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The SOCOM 4: U.S. Navy SEALs Evac Co-op Pack is now available via the PlayStation Store! The Evac Co-op Pack includes a new cooperative multiplayer game mode, "Evac", a new co-op map, “Onslaughtâ€, six new character skins and two brand-new weapons. The character skins and weapons will work in both cooperative and competitive multiplayer games! Included Weapons: AM50 - It doesn't carry many rounds and it's slow to fire, but the AM50 will kill with a single shot anywhere on an opponent's body. M82A1A - A very low firing rate and lower than average ammo capacity is offset by the M82A1A's ability to take down an opponent with a single round. Included Character Skins: Hunter Python Mystic Jalil Nasir Renzo The SOCOM 4 Evac Co-op Pack is available now for $7.99 from the PlayStation Store. More...

Remember back in September when we announced that <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/2011/09/19/dc-universe-online-for-ps3-is-going-free-to-play/">DC Universe Online was going to be Free-To-Play</a>? Well, it’s here! Starting today you can download <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/dc-universe-online/">DCUO</a> from the <a href="http://us.playstation.com/psn/playstation-store/">PlayStation® Store</a> for free, and play all you want with no monthly fee required. Experience the game play features that have gotten players excited about DCUO since it launched, including the intense, fast-action brawler style combat system that makes it feel more like an action game than a massive online game. Now, you can see for yourself how DCUO offers the best of both worlds. Fight, fly, speed, battle with friends, pummel your enemies, explore the amazing locales of the DC Universe, hobnob with Wonder Woman… all for free! We’re really excited about this transition because you all have been asking us to make this change, and now we’ve done it – we’re making DCUO accessible to so many more players. We heard all of you out there who told us at conventions, on Facebook and elsewhere that you’d love to jump in to the game, if only it didn’t have that pesky monthly fee. Well, now’s your chance. With our three levels of access there’s something for every type of player. Free-To-Play. Your way. More...

The next stage of <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/playstation-home/">PlayStation Home</a>'s evolution will arrive on your PS3 this Thursday, November 3rd. This enormous update integrates games, quests, community events and user-generated content, while providing players with additional navigation, shopping, socialization, and entertainment options. This massive PlayStation Home redesign will launch with a number of new, free-to-play games, including: <ul> <li><strong>Bootleggers '29</strong>: Set in the seedy underbelly of the Roaring Twenties, this PlayStation Home exclusive first-person shooter found in the Action District pits cops vs. criminals in a Prohibition-era game of Capture the Cask. Boasting real-time multiplayer action, a variety of vintage weapons and unlockable rewards, and the unique ability to play as your PlayStation Home avatar, Bootleggers '29 is a 100% free-to-play game that introduces a classic narrative to the modern shooter genre.</li> <li><strong>PlayStation Home Hold 'Em</strong>: A series of backroom poker tables hosted in the brand new Sportswalk district, PlayStation Home Hold 'Em squares players off in a no-holds-barred, winner-take-all battle of the bluffs. Only the best of the best will progress to the high stakes tables and collect all the prizes in this free version of the wildly-popular Texas Hold 'Em card game.</li> </ul> More...

Story by: CritiKiL You have to feel sorry for THQ and the*Saints Row*team, who were finally gearing up to release*The Third, content in the knowledge that it has been years since*GTA IV*released, and that there hasn’t been any news on*GTA V. But just as THQ got their marketing campaign geared up*to take on*Battlefield 3*and*Modern Warfare 3, Rockstar*decided to spoil the party. Now, it looks like the publisher doesn’t want to go down without a fight, and has begun an “anti-GTA”*ad campaign. When searching for terms like*GTA V*or*Grand Theft Auto V, you might see the following Google ad:</p>An 'Anti-GTA: 5' Ad, designed to thwart people into buying 'The Third' on Nov 15th... The “Forget*Grand Theft Auto†ad links directly to the mildly-NSFW*Saints Row*website, and urges gamers to favor their open world third person action sandbox game over Rockstar’s, presumably higher budget, open world third person action sandbox game. But is it enough? With*Saints Row*releasing on*November 15th in the US and 18th in Europe, how badly do you think today’s*Grand Theft Auto V*trailer will affect the game’s sales? Let us know in the comments below. More...

Back for its 9th year, the <a href="http://us.playstation.com/psn/events/granturismoawards.html">Gran Turismo Awards</a> is ready to crown a new performance vehicle with the honor of being digitally recreated in a future edition of the <a href="http://www.gran-turismo.com/">Gran Turismo franchise</a>. The awards ceremony will be held this Thursday evening, November 3rd at 9:00pm (PST) at <a href="http://www.marqueelasvegas.com/">Marquee Nightclub</a>, located in <a href="http://www.cosmopolitanlasvegas.com/">The Cosmopolitan</a> of Las Vegas hotel. In addition to the awards presentation, guests will be treated to a musical performance by <a href="http://www.stonetemplepilots.com/">Stone Temple Pilots</a> to celebrate the evening in style. The Gran Turismo Awards recognizes the best vehicles at the <a href="http://www.semashow.com/">SEMA SHOW</a> (Specialty Equipment Market Association) in five different categories: Best Hot Rod, Best Asian Import, Best European Import, Best Domestic Automobile, and Best Truck/SUV. After the five category winners are judged, one winner from each category is selected on performance and style by leading automotive media. From there, it falls to Gran Turismo creator <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/2010/06/18/a-chat-with-kazunori-yamauchi-creator-of-gran-turismo/">Kazunori Yamauchi</a> to select the overall GT Awards "Best in Show" winner. Walking the show floor, Kazunori-san views each of the category winners and selects a vehicle that best represents the Gran Turismo brand; one that will be immortalized as a fully playable part of the Gran Turismo franchise for millions of fans around the world. More...

Story by: CritiKiL Despite low broadband speeds, many people still using dialup, download caps and limited hard drive space…market research company ‘Newzoo’ has made a rather unusual prediction:*Grand Theft Auto V*will be released as a digital-only product. Newzoo’s report states: There are a lot of reasons why publishers are pushing towards digital distribution of triple-A games. Speaking out loud might harm the relationship with retail partners, but the benefits have become too large to remain silent about the desire to go completely digital. The ultimate objective being to launch games faster, create continuous revenues on a title and simply to make more money. Will retail disappear from the picture? Of course not. Retail will always remain an important channel to promote and distribute games. Retail has a strong hand to play when it comes to eyeballs and… boxes make a nice gift. Continuing: Boxed games will not disappear, but what is in the box will. That is why the boxed GTA V version will contain a collectible piece of merchandise and a download code. No disc. We will probably find out*in less than four hours, when the*GTA V*trailer officially debuts, but we’d be incredibly shocked if the game, which will be at least 8GB (but likely more) ends up being a download only product. What do you think? Make your predictions in the comments below. More...

Happy <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/uncharted-3-drakes-deception/">UNCHARTED 3: Drake’s Deception Day</a>! It’s not an official holiday (maybe someday), but as many PlayStation 3 fans know, today is the day that one of the biggest releases in gaming hits stores; and you get can even more out of it on PlayStation Network. Some of you may have already gotten the jump on the <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/2011/10/18/uncharted-3-join-the-fortune-hunters-club/">Fortune Hunters’ Club</a> (downloadable from the PlayStation Store) which entitles you to the first four multiplayer map packs, as well as the first three multiplayer skin packs. To celebrate the release of Uncharted 3, those 3 multiplayer skins are now available to download! Fortune Hunters’ Club folks are able to grab these skins now for free! If you haven’t purchased Fortune Hunters’ Club, you can still purchase access to it to save over 45% on Uncharted 3 DLC; or if you prefer, you always have the option to purchase the multiplayer skins individually, or in packs. More...

<a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/creat-studios/">Creat Studios</a> is proud to present <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/pinballistik/">Pinballistik</a>, our latest PSN-exclusive game. Pinballistik is unlike any other pinball game you’ve ever played - it has the first two-player Battle mode where you can face off against your friends and play on either side of the table! In another first, you can play against AI players with varying degrees of difficulty. In a nod to the purists, we also offer challenging and full-featured single player Classic tables for each of our themed table packs. When we tell people Pinballistik is only $3.99 for the first two Wild West-themed tables, they often ask: Is this only a mini? Does it have Trophies? Well, I can tell you that this is no mini and it has a ton of Trophies! In fact, the ‘a la carte’ approach we’ve taken has allowed us to provide 29 trophies with a total of 525 points – all for less than the price of a standard <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/category/psn/">PSN</a> title! More...

Fate. Destiny. A pre-destined future. Call it what you will, but fans of the highly successful Type-Moon franchise will come flocking at the mere mention of the word. To those not quite as familiar with the Fate series or all things Type-Moon, we'd like to present to you an excellent entry point into the universe in the form of the exclusive <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/category/psp/">PSP</a> title Fate/EXTRA! In this role-playing game you’ll assume the role of a male or female protagonist as you pair up with one of three mystical and mysterious servants to aide you on your quest. Saber: A class known for its well-balanced abilities and its superior swordsmanship. While Saber may be short in stature at a diminutive 4'9'', her strength and skill with a sword make her worthy of the Saber-class designation. Archer: A class that specializes in the use of ranged weapons such as bows. An enigmatic warrior clad in a scarlet coat who possesses the ability to excel at weapons other than the bow... More...

It’s 11.1.11 and we are pleased to announce that <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/uncharted-3-drakes-deception/">UNCHARTED 3: Drake’s Deception</a> officially storms store shelves in North America today! Nathan Drake’s latest outing will force him to confront some of his deepest fears as he sets off on a globe-trotting journey that leads him into the heart of the Arabian Desert in search of the fabled “Atlantis of the Sands.†You’ve seen the power of fire (Chateau level), air (Cargo Plane level), water (Cruise Ship level), and most recently sand (Desert Village level) in the game. The Dogs strove to outdo themselves in all facets of production, as we aimed to innovate upon the core tenants of the UNCHARTED franchise. Keeping the narrative compelling and the characters authentic and relatable while delivering a top-notch cinematic experience was paramount to our past success and the foundation of where we wanted to go when we undertook the blockbuster task of building UNCHARTED 3. Pushing the capability of the PlayStation hardware and using a myriad of technical innovations, we took our in-game physics, particle effects, and visuals to a whole new level. Aside from these elements, we strove to make Drake feel even more connected to his surroundings as players move through different situations in different environments. More...

It’s been a great year for football; especially if you’ve got a <a href="http://us.playstation.com/playstation3/">PS3</a>. Since the first game kicked off at the start of the season, PS3 users connected via <a href="http://us.playstation.com/psn/">PlayStation Network</a> have been able to watch <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/nfl-sunday-ticket/">NFL Sunday Ticket</a> right on their PS3 every Sunday. That means every out-of-market Sunday game has been at the hands of subscribers across the country, delivered in gorgeous HD. But if you haven’t subscribed yet and are looking at a great way to get more NFL in your life, listen up. As of the <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/playstation-store/">PlayStation Store update</a><a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/playstation-store/"></a> later today, the NFL Sunday Ticket subscription for the remainder of the season will be $199.99, split into two easy payments of $99.99. It’s the perfect way to enjoy all the action of the NFL in high definition, with live multi-game scoreboards and field position trackers. Not to mention, you’ll be able to access highlights, stats, standings, and schedules, as well as the Red Zone Channel. More...

November is epic every year. And this November’s episode of <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/qore/">Qore’s</a> is huge with 3 epic stories and the reboot of a classic. Enter the rich fantasy world of Bethsdea’s <a href="http://www.elderscrolls.com/skyrim/">Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim</a> in this month’s lead feature story. The open world environment is re-imagined and gorgeous. <a href="http://twitter.com/#!/veronica">Veronica Belmont</a> explores the new character progression and enhanced visuals as she re-experiences going one-on-one with a dragon! Next, jump into <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/assassins-creed-revelations/">Assassin’s Creed: Revelations</a>. Much has changed with the end of this story arc, <a href="http://us.playstation.com/games-and-media/shows-and-tv-series/qore/">Qore</a> discovers why Ubisoft has a playable Altair, how Ezio’s new eagle vision impacts gameplay, and where the series will go from here. More...

We’re truly living a fighting games renaissance. Ever since Street Fighter IV reignited the genre in 2009, we’ve been getting a number of interesting and diverse fight titles, ranging from the lush visuals of BlazBlue to the air combo extravaganza of Marvel Vs. Capcom 3. Along the way, we had <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/the-king-of-fighters-xii/">The King of Fighters XII</a> from <a href="http://www.snkplaymoreusa.com/">SNK Playmore</a>, touted as a “re-birth†of the traditional 3-on-3 series. And although it really gave new life to the franchise with gorgeous hi-def 2D sprite art and sleek animation, the game delivered little in terms of contents. Two years later, SNK Playmore is hard at work to regain the crown with <a href="http://www.atlus.com/kofxiii'>http://www.atlus.com/kofxiii">The King of Fighters XIII</a> for <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/category/ps3/">PS3</a> courtesy of <a href="http://www.atlus.com/">Atlus</a> in the US. And based on the prospects, 13 seems to be the lucky number for KOF. The game was originally launched in Japanese arcades back in July 2010, being praised by fighting game connoisseurs for its vastly expanded roster (31 playable characters, including the return of fan favorite Mai Shiranui), revised fighting system (with faster gameplay and elements from previous titles in the series), and a multi-path Story Mode (with the conclusion of the Ash Crimson trilogy). For the home version, the team is adding even more fighters, stages and a variety of game modes – not to mention balance adjustments based on feedback from players of the arcade version. More...

Originally written by: *Sebastian Moss BF3*wasn’t only*a success in the UK, where it outsold all previous*Battlefields*combined, but worldwide sales beat out other EA powerhouses like FIFA and Madden. EA proudly announced that BF3 sold-through (that’s actual sales, not just shipped figures) 5 million units globally, based on internal estimates, making it the fastest-selling game in the publisher’s 29 year history. It’s also important to note that, while*Battlefieldreleased on Tuesday in the US, it released later in most of the rest of the world, meaning that the game was available to purchase for less time. Since launch*Battlefield 3*players executed 73M savior kills, 48M revives and destroyed 67M vehicles. Patrick Soderlund, Executive Vice President of the EA Games Label, said: From Tokyo to Los Angeles, Sydney to London, millions of fans have been playing all weekend long — we are overwhelmed by the global response to Battlefield 3. It is extremely gratifying to deliver an entertainment experience that delights our fans, and to have the opportunity to introduce new people to the franchise. Already, we are seeing unprecedented play times and online activity which is very rewarding. This launch solidifies Battlefield as a leading entertainment brand. In comparison,*Call of Duty: Black Ops*sold nearly 5.5 million copies in 24 hours. More...

First, we wanted to let you now that you can now watch <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/pulse/">PULSE</a> right on the "What's New" section of the XMB. Check it out later today when the <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/playstation-store/">PlayStation Store</a> updates. With today's release of <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/uncharted-3-drakes-deception/">UNCHARTED 3: Drake's Deception</a>, the 11/1 edition of PULSE begins with Nathan Drake's latest adventure and includes a look at PlayStation Home's Total Game Integration with "Fortune Hunter." Also new, Jeff Rubenstein from this very blog joins host Christina Lee, offering tips on how to fill your coffers in UC3's multiplayer mode. This edition also includes a look at <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/2011/09/26/prepare-for-war-with-ptoms-modern-warfare-3-multiplayer-expose/">Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3</a> releasing next week along with the new Elite Service. In <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/playstation-plus/">PlayStation Plus</a> news, there's free DLC to be had for <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/dungeon-defenders/">Dungeon Defenders</a> (we're talking exclusive in-game familiars), and still time to get a discount on classic Daytona USA. More...

In this episode….Commander Fury returns after a much-needed summer vacation just in time for the 2011 Urgent Frequency Halloween Special. He welcomes Call Of Duty “blades only” phenom & YouTube sensation…ONLYUSEmeBLADE. We’ll tell you how you can help support our wounded warriors just by buying a T-Shirt. Plus, we serve up chills with “The Devil Is not Mocked”. A terrifying tale based on the short story by Manly Wade Wellman. More...

If you find yourself anywhere near as excited for <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/modnation-racers-road-trip/">ModNation Racers: Road Trip</a> on <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/category/ps-vita/">Vita</a> as we are then I am very surprised any of us are getting much work done. I personally spend most of my day roaming the hallway panting heavily with my eyes bulging wide-open like a dog when rumors of the new game code gets passed around the developers offices. Yep, It’s going to be that good! Don’t just take my word for it, take a look at these early first hand impressions from <a href="http://psp.ign.com/articles/121/1210332p3.html">IGN</a> and <a href="http://www.destructoid.com/modnation-racers-road-trip-is-better-with-touch-controls-206307.phtml">Destructiod.</a> Enjoy some of our favorite Halloween-y tracks. Please be advised these tracks are best played with the lights on and/or with a friend in the room. We also cannot be responsible for any “dry-cleaning†needs due to the sure fright and horror these track may induce. More...

We love to be scared. There’s something so primal and universal about fear, and a good horror story can really bring out the best of it, making our hearts race and our minds veer toward the darkest recesses of the human psyche. And we just keep going back for more! Yet by the same token, horror has become so passe that we barely even react when we encounter imagery of skeletons, zombies, witches, bats, vampires and ghouls. True primal fear is hard to come by in the modern world, and this applies to video games as well. When you hear the term “horror game,†what’s the first thing that pops into your mind? Probably “zombies†since that seems to characterize much of the horror genre nowadays. Most modern horror games assault you with wave after wave of zombies, and you can typically one-shot them back to their graves. They may look scary, but when’s the last time you were actually frightened in a zombie shooter game? Maybe you had an exciting time playing one, and jumped at a handful of startling moments, but the mere fact that you’re able to defend yourself – that you have a means of fighting back – makes just about every entry in the genre less horror than action. More...

We’re happy to announce a limited time subscription bundle that will not only get you one year of <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/playstation-plus/">PlayStation Plus</a>, but also includes a free download of Jurassic Park: The Game – Full Series (Episodes 1-4); the new PSN adventure from the masters of episodic gaming: Telltale Games. This is a great chance to get in on all those free games, great discounts on new and classic titles, and access to exclusive features and game content. Click <a href="http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Sony+-+PlayStation+Plus+12-Month+Subscription+Code/1416004.p?id=1218256568827&skuId=1416004&srccode=cii_6553221&cpncode=21-12606826&ref=psplus&loc=12">here</a> to purchase a one-year subscription online. Jurassic Park: The Game releases November 15th to PSN. Launching in four separate episodes, or available as one bundle, this journey brings you dangerously close to the prehistoric inhabitants of Isla Nublar while exploring stories of mankind visiting some of nature’s most powerful and fearsome creatures. The result is an unforgettable journey that manages to capture the spirit of what made the films so special. More...

The response so far to <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/infamous-festival-of-blood/">inFAMOUS: Festival of Blood</a> has been amazing, and we're thrilled people are enjoying Cole's new horror-themed adventure. Just to add some digital chocolate to your Halloween haul we're putting up an insider movie to show off the coolest powers and enemies you'll go up against in inFAMOUS: Festival of Blood. On top of that <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/playstation-move/">PlayStation Move</a> is now part of the inFAMOUS world. You can play inFAMOUS: Festival of Blood with PS Move...and coming soon you will be able to play <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/infamous-2/">inFAMOUS 2</a> with Move as well via a free update. So check out the video and have a freaktastic Happy Halloween. Stay tuned to <a href="http://infamousthegame.com/country-selector.html">infamousthegame.com</a> and join our forums on <a href="http://suckerpunch.com/">SuckerPunch.com</a> for future updates on inFAMOUS: Festival of Blood. Also follow us on Twitter, <a href="http://twitter.com/#!/SuckerPunchProd">@SuckerPunchProd</a>, and check out our <a href="http://www.facebook.com/suckerpunchproductions">Facebook Page</a>. More...

It's time once again to have a look at upcoming <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/playstation-plus/">PlayStation Plus</a> content! PlayStation Plus is a subscription service that gives you access to free games, discounts on new and classic titles, and access to exclusive features of the network, all for just over $4 a month. And this November, we're rolling out access to amazing content that you'll want to be a part of. To learn more about this, or get access to PlayStation Plus, either <a href="http://us.playstation.com/psn/playstation-plus/">click here</a>, or go the <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/playstation-store/">PlayStation Store</a> on your PS3 console and go to the PlayStation Plus category. Starting 11/1, enjoy free access to <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/2011/10/28/hydrophobia-prophecy-hits-psn-tuesday-with-playstation-move-support/">Hydrophobia Prophecy</a>! Note that this is day and date with the release of the game. Free for the entire month for Plus subscribers, this action adventure uses the power of HydroEngine - the world's first fluid dynamics engine for games - to engage in mind blowing flow combat and incredible physics based puzzles. This is also the definitive version of this title complete with PlayStation Move support, a redone backstory, a dramatic new ending, improved voice acting, and <a href="http://hydrophobia-game.com/features.php">a ton of additional features</a>. More...

Hello again, PlayStation community! As you might recall from <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/2011/08/23/the-next-evolution-for-playstation-home-coming-fall-2011/">my previous post</a>, I revealed the big plans we had in store for a complete redesign of <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/playstation-home/">PlayStation Home</a>—including a brand new Hub, genre-based districts, <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/2011/10/12/playstation-home-announces-uncharted-3-drakes-deception-total-game-integration/">Total Game Integration</a>, and a new questing system that turns Home itself into a game. Now that we're getting close to launch, I thought the best way to show off all the new features we've packed into the upcoming new core experience would be to give you a tour of the redesign. Check out the above video for a rundown on some of the most exciting new features you’ll be experiencing soon in PlayStation Home. As you can see, PlayStation Home's new genre-based districts include a number of diverse and exclusive games that cater to players' different interests and styles. For example, in the Action District, you'll be able to enjoy the free and exclusive first-person shooter game that runs inside Home itself, Bootleggers '29. We’ll also be bringing back some of your favorite Total Game Integration events here such as Dead Island and Killzone 3, as well as feature teleporters to popular games such as Sodium. More...

A truly great book is hard to find. Once you find one, it may lead you on some wild adventures. A good strategy for those adventures is even harder to find, so we teamed up with <a href="http://piggyback.com/en/">Piggyback</a> to give you some help. Beautifully designed and thoughtfully written, the UNCHARTED 3: Drake’s Deception Complete Official Guide will be a secret weapon in your gameplay strategy, giving you a deeper understanding of the game and adding to your overall experience. The standard edition is available with a complete game walkthrough, hi-res maps, in-depth extras, and a full 64 pages on the multiplayer mode alone. The hardbound collector’s edition is a massive 272 pages with an exclusive 16-page Naughty Dog Cast Gallery, access to the Piggyback in-game multiplayer emblem, and a free CD with ten tracks from the official <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/uncharted-3-drakes-deception/">UNCHARTED 3</a> music score. The guides are designed to be spoiler controlled, so you can read them with peace of mind as you embark with Nathan Drake in his quest to uncover the truth. The official guide is <a href=" http://piggyback.com/en/#/en/guides/where_to_buy/index.php?id_guide=57">available now</a>. If you’d like to check out what’s included in the guide before you order, you can visit the Piggyback <a href="http://piggyback.com/en/">website</a> and check out a free downloadable 24-page PDF preview. More...

Story by: CritiKiL Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3*doesn’t come out until Nov. 8. But pirates have already obtained the video game — one of the most-anticipated of the year — VentureBeat has learned.*The PC version of the game, or at least part of it, has been circulating among pirates in the U.S., who illegally copy and share it without paying Activision Blizzard or its retailers. That’s a big problem, as Activision Blizzard is expected to*sell more than 20 million copies*of the game in 2011 alone, according to Arcadia Research. That amounts to more than $1.2 billion in sales at retail.*Piracy has always been a problem with video games, especially for PC titles. But the pirates go after Call of Duty because it’s the big prize. Every year, a cat-and-mouse game ensues. Activision Blizzard closely monitors manufacturing in the weeks leading up to shipment, since it only takes one stolen disk to set off the viral spread of pirated copies. But it’s hard to stop inside jobs. Evidently, pirated discs began to spread quickly after an employee at a shipping warehouse (run by a huge shipping company) in Fresno, Calif., stole one disc. It’s not clear how many full copies spread this way, as the disc that was stolen was apparently Disc 2 of a two-disk set for the PC. Security may have been too tight for the thief to steal the other disc.*The same course of events happened before last year’s launch of*Call of Duty Black Ops*and the year before that with*Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2. But sales of the franchise keep climbing. Investigators are using the same tactics as last year, knocking on doors around the country and asking people nicely to turn over and delete their pirated copies of Modern Warfare 3. Rather than face fines, many complied.*A Modern Warfare pirate who was caught posted a message (below) yesterday on Craigslist. In it, the person warns others not to buy MW3 before the release date because “they will come get you.†The post says “you will be fined $5,000 More...

One of *<a href="http://us.playstation.com/">PlayStation's</a> iconic heroes, <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/uncharted-3-drakes-deception/">Nathan Drake</a>, returns for his third globe trotting adventure in <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/uncharted-3-drakes-deception/">UNCHARTED 3: Drake's Deception</a>. Find out this week why game journalists around the globe are <a href="http://ps3.ign.com/articles/121/1210241p1.html">calling Drake's Deception a masterpiece</a> and one of the <a href="http://www.destructoid.com/review-uncharted-3-drake-s-deception-214385.phtml">best gaming experiences of all time</a>. Four noteworthy games arrive on the PS3 and <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/category/psn/">PSN</a> with unique <a href="http://us.playstation.com/ps3/playstation-move/">PS Move</a> gameplay and precision, including a demo for <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/2011/10/21/medieval-moves-deadmunds-quest-strikes-gold/">Medieval Moves: Deadmunds Quest</a>.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/2011/10/20/pinballistik-brings-battle-pinball-to-psn-in-november/">PSN exclusive*Pinballistik</a> arrives and Mortal Kombat VS DC Universe delivers a devasting uppercut to the man in blue spandex. PlayStation 2 classics return with Harvest Moon: Save the Homeland and the original Bloodrayne leading the pack. Follow me to the*Atlantis of the Sands in this week's <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/the-drop/">The Drop</a>.</p> More...