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The <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/dead-island/">Dead Island Total Game Integration</a> continues in <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/playstation-home/">PlayStation Home</a> as the second wave of the zombie horde is unleashed this week. Head to the Central Plaza this Thursday, August 25th and craft a new weapon – the Double Axe (which, by the way, allows for one of the coolest finishing moves in this game). Then get to hacking, slashing, bludgeoning, shooting, decapitating, and dismembering swarms of zombies in a series of bloody, hyper-violent challenges that allow you unlock a host of unique rewards – including the exclusive “Exploding Zombie Meat†weapon for use in Dead Island. Help the community reach 20 million kills and we’ll give everyone a special severed zombie head virtual item. What are you waiting for? Log in to PlayStation Home to play the Dead Island-themed “Zombie Survivor Game†and then preorder Dead Island directly from Central Plaza to receive an added bonus, the “Exploding Zombie Suit†– not available anywhere else! More...

Our search for the cast of The Tester: Season 3 <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/2011/08/04/the-tester-casting-call-for-season-3-is-now-open/">continues</a>! Today, community voting begins so anybody can now help select the one lucky gamer who will get a chance to compete for the production job at Sony’s Santa Monica Studio. By now, I hope you’ve visited <a href="https://casting.thetester.com/Default.aspx">our site</a>, created a profile and uploaded a video to convince the world why you should be selected to compete on the third season of <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/the-tester/">The Tester</a>. In not, don’t worry. It’s not too late because we’re still accepting online auditions until September 16. Remember, the casting directors look at every profile and video. So, even though voting has begun, don’t miss you opportunity to get on the show. <a href="https://casting.thetester.com/join/">Sign up now</a> and create your own profile! More...

You may recognize Executive Producer Jason DeLong on <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/need-for-speed-the-run/">Need for Speed: The Run</a> from our l<a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/2011/06/21/e3-replay-need-for-speed-the-run-unbuckles-the-seatbelt/">ive E3 show</a>, which we streamed live from our PlayStation booth earlier this year. Interactive cinemas, fast cars and loud tunes propelled The Run at <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/e311/">E3</a>, but all along EA Black Box was quietly scheming to reveal more at gamescom. In my play session, I chased after a pearl white Laborghini Aventador down a treacherous mountain road on Independence Pass in Colorado. Then it happened: I found myself staring at an oncoming avalanche from behind the wheel of my car, plowing and drifting through chaos while I sat comfortably in a dark room at EA’s show floor. I couldn’t help but smile after my demo session with Need for Speed: The Run, knowing that I finally got to play a true-to-forml Michael-Bay-inspired Hollywood action racer on my PS3. More...

If you’re heading to <a href="http://prime.paxsite.com/">PAX Prime</a> this week, it will pay to make PlayStation your first destination. Pick up a PlayStation Passport at any PlayStation booth and then check out all five featured PlayStation titles to get your passport stamped and entered into a daily sweepstakes to win collectible prizes, including: <ul> <li>Autographed <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/uncharted-3-drakes-deception/">UNCHARTED 3</a> posters </li> <li>Autographed <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/twisted-metal/">Twisted Metal</a> action figures</li> <li><a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/ratchet-clank-all-4-one/">Ratchet & Clank</a> action figures</li> <li><a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/resistance-3/">Resistance 3 </a>action figures <li>PS3 Bluetooth headsets and more</li> </ul> More...

It has been a wild and crazy few months since we announced in May. <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/e311/">E3</a>s, <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/comic-con11/">Comic-Con</a>, Gamescom...and now PAX and MLG! It has really been an incredibly exciting time for us and we truly appreciate all of your support. We announced the title back on May 5th at the Alamo Drafthouse in Austin, TX, and it's been a sweet ride ever since! It's easy for us to tell everyone how cool the game is, but we think it's much more believable if it comes from the fans directly. So, I've included a video from some of our great fans at San Diego Comic-Con a few weeks ago right after they got to play the game. Here's what they had to say! Next up is <a href="http://prime.paxsite.com/">PAX Prime</a> in Seattle this weekend, August 26th - 28th. We'll be on hand to show off our new space station level, the same environment we showed Gamescom last week....but it damn well deserves an encore. More...

I went to Germany once. I visited a castle, ate schnitzel – all things you should do as a guest of that fine country. However, the most fun I had was when my exchange family set up a massive LAN party and we played games for 12 hours straight! It was then and there I realized that Germany is ground zero for videogames. So for this year’s <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/gamescom11/">gamescom</a> conference, the Insomniac crew hopped across the pond to show off our anticipated fall titles, including <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/resistance-3/">Resistance 3</a>. By now, you’ve probably seen the beautiful new Olly Moss-inspired trailer, right? If you haven’t, I’m giving you permission to stop reading this blog for a second to watch it. After that you can check these all new screenshots. They show the blissfully creepy side of Resistance 3. I don’t know about you, but I wouldn’t want to take a stroll (or even a sprint) through those areas. More...

The first title of PlayStation Network PLAY is finally here! Street Fighter 3: Third Strike Online Edition hits the PlayStation Store today. As part of PSN PLAY, purchase this title before 9/19/2011 and receive free access to DLC in the form of Gill, the self-proclaimed god, without having to beat the game with every character. For those that pre-ordered, check your XMB messages and hit the link to start your download; or simply head into the Store and download. As a reminder, you can still pre-order the other titles of PSN PLAY to get your extra gift. The Baconing, BloodRayne: Betrayal, and Renegade Ops are all in the wings, along with 20% PlayStation Plus discounts for each if pre-ordered or purchased before 9/19/2011. Other notable PSN releases include Hamilton’s Great Adventure. Navigate the gorgeous environments of this harrowing platformer/puzzler in the demo, or purchase the full game. The 16-bit classic Comix Zone is also now available for all PSN to download with full Trophy support. More...

Hey guys, this is Vince Tran, the marketing lead on <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/street-fighter-iii-third-strike-online-edition/">Street Fighter III: Third Strike Online Edition</a>. Today is the day that fighting game fans from around the world have been waiting for, as Third Strike is finally available on the <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/category/psn/">PlayStation Network</a>! We are super excited to be bringing what gaming websites have been calling a piece of fighting game history to all of you to enjoy. For those of you who haven't seen this game in action, check out the launch trailer. Get hypeOne of the deepest and most sophisticated fighting games of all time, <a href="http://www.streetfighter.com/finishme/">Street Fighter III: Third Strike Online Edition</a> maintains an arcade-perfect experience while including additional features such as updated graphics, a robust online experience, and a deep challenge system allowing players to push themselves and reap rewards for accomplishments beyond wins and losses. More...

I’m happy to tell you that starting today you’ll be able to expand your SingStar track library by purchasing a great selection of downloadable <a href="http://us.playstation.com/games-and-media/games/singstar-ps3.html">SingStar</a> Song Packs that were previously only available on the <a href="http://www.singstar.com/en_US/catalogue.html#">SingStore</a> via the PlayStation Store as well in the U.S. and Canada. To start, you’ll be able to choose from 49 packs including party-starting essentials like the Britney Spears, Bon Jovi: Rock, The Jackson 5 and Alternative 80s Song Packs. Each pack has five songs and will be available for download via PSN for $6.99. Additional SingStore Song Packs will be coming to PSN soon; but for now, check out the full list of packs that will be available today! More...

The August 23 edition of <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/pulse/">PULSE</a> is available in HD later today when the <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/playstation-store/">PlayStation Store</a> updates. Join Christina Lee for a look at the Mortal Kombat Arcade Kollection, the new Madden NFL 12, and, from the DeathSpank crew, The Baconing, which is available for pre-order as part of the <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/2011/08/05/psnplay/">PlayStation Network PLAY</a> program. The Top 10 ranks the most popular songs on Music Unlimited. As for new video releases, check out Robin Wright in The Conspirator while Paul Bettany battles unholy vampires in Priest. Watch PULSE right here, and in P<a href="http://us.playstation.com/psn/playstation-home/">layStation Home</a>, or download in HD to your PS3 (SD to your PSP) when the PlayStation Store updates later today. More...

Hi Everyone! All of us at SEGA are excited to share some great news for fighting fans and combat connoisseurs. The Virtua Fighter 5 series has been growing and expanding in arcades since its release, and we wanted to share the latest version with our dedicated PS3 fans. Yes - we’re bringing the latest version of the Virtua Fighter 5 series to PSN next summer! This latest version is called Virtua Fighter 5 Final Showdown or “VF5FS,†and it introduces a fistful of new feat ures to your favorite fighter, including completely rebalanced mechanics, timing, animation and a brand-new dynamic arena system. We’re also introducing two new characters to the roster. A sumo wrestler, Taka-Arashi will be making a big return from VF3 and Jean Kujo, a Karate expert will be joining the VF series for the first time. Best of all, VF5FS now includes online play via PSN, engineered to allow fast-paced combat with little to no latency. More...

Greetings gurkhas, globetrotters and ghouls! <a href="http://us.playstation.com/games-and-media/games/hamiltons-great-adventure-ps3.html">Hamilton’s Great Adventure</a> is out today on <a href="http://us.playstation.com/psn/">PSN</a> and we at <a href="http://www.fatshark.se/">Fatshark</a> have arrived to set the record straight and answer all your questions. Thank the Elder Gods! Hamilton’s Great Adventure is what we would like to call a puzzle adventure game; it features puzzle core mechanics in an adventurous context and setting. Hamilton has a story to tell, and the twists and turns of his story frame and permeate the gameplay, hopefully creating a complete experience for you all to partake in. The player is tasked with guiding Ernest Hamilton and his bird companion Sasha through their tantalizing travels across the world. Locations include the jungles of South America, deserts of Egypt, mountaintops of Himalaya and a mysterious lost continent. More...

Hi everyone, <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/author/jbuser/">Jack Buser</a> here, and I’ve got some huge news for you all. As you know, we’ve been working hard to fill <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/playstation-home/">PlayStation Home</a> with hundreds of games – everything from pool tables and dart boards to full-on space shooters like <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/novus-prime/">Novus Prime: Escalation</a>, zombie slashers like <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/dead-island/">Dead Island Zombie Survivor</a>, and massive online racing games like <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/sodium-2/">Sodium 2: Project Velocity</a>. Today we are excited to announce a complete redesign of the heart of PlayStation Home to reinforce our evolution into the ultimate social game platform on consoles today. This redesign will connect you with the world of hundreds of games in Home faster and better than ever before. More...

Nearly a year ago, <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/2010/09/24/re-imaging-of-dante-and-the-new-devil-may-cry/">I interviewed Capcom and Ninja Theory</a> after they revealed their re-imagination of Devil May Cry (aka DmC) at Tokyo Game Show 2010. The response to Dante’s makeover and new look to the universe was overwhelming, leaving fans to question what was next? I received word that Creative Director Tameem Antoniades would be at gamescom and wanted catch me up on DmC’s progress and indulge me in Dante’s new found love for aerial-combat. After being reunited with Tameem and DmC, it’s only left me crying for more. More...

Story by Call of Duty Community. Yesterday we wrote about the new Express Playlist. The Express Playlist is a big part of title update #12 for Black Ops on the Xbox and that’s why it’s getting extra attention. We know David Vonderhaar likes to keep in touch with the community and actually listens to the community and the feedback he receives from it. After receiving feedback about the Express Playlist, Vonderhaar & team have decided to make some adjustments to the Express Playlist. Vonderhaar writes on Twitter: Express with moar Demo and less CTF? Sounds reasonable and totally doable. I was a bit iffy on CTF because of the respawn timer.*Will adjust for next scheduled playlist update. Sometime between now and 2 weeks from now. Best I can offer. Keep that feedback rolling in. The details for patch 1.12have finally been posted on the Black Ops forum and this is what the patch notes look like: Addressed an issue with attack dogs causing them to “warp†under rare circumstances. Fixed an exploit allowing players to purchased locked classified weapons Fixed an exploit that allowed players to get above 15th Prestige using Combat Training/Player Match menus. Improvements to spawn system. Addressed some bugs with Custom Game Settings for CTF related to Touch Return Disabled Added Rezurrection DLC support (Launching August 23 first on Xbox 360!) Check for the Moon theme and Zombies soundtrack in the in-game store once you’ve downloaded the new DLC! Once again, great job with the updates Treyarch and David Vonderhaar, thank you for listening to the community. Score: 0 (0 votes cast) More...

Story by Call of Duty Community. Don’t panic when you boot your Xbox 360 and find that there is a new update Black Ops. Treyarch quietly released an update for the Xbox 360 version of Black Ops. Usually we can find the “patch notes†on the official Black Ops forum but so far, the dedicated update thread on the forum remains un-updated. The biggest difference people will notice is a new playlist. The Express Playlist. In case you’re wondering what the Express Playlist is, the description says “30 second lobby timers. Fast paced game modes. No Second Chance or Ghostâ€. A playlist with 2 of the most annoying perks disabled and a lobby timer of 30 seconds instead of 60 seconds? Sounds too good to be true. So far the feedback I’ve read is mixed. Since I’m a PS3 owner I hadn’t had a chance to play it yet, but if what ThunderS7ruck says is true, I’m really looking forward to it. @ davidvonderhaar Vahn i hope this playlist is here to stay, loving it! Feels just like cod4 again! August 21, 2011 17:50 via web Reply Retweet Favorite @ThunderS7ruck Thunder Obviously, this update also includes support for the upcoming map pack, Rezurrection. If the patch notes were placed on the official Black Ops forum, it would look something like this: Support for Rezurrection map pack, available August 23rd on Xbox LIVE! New Playlist – Express Score: 0 (0 votes cast) More...

<a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/littlebigplanet/">LittleBigPlanet</a> and <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/littlebigplanet-2/">LBP2</a> enabled PS3 players to play, create and share custom-made levels and game modes online for all to enjoy. Now, with the upcoming PS Vita game harnessing the handheld’s plethora of inputs and sensors for playing <em>and</em> creating, Sackboy’s new adventure will be the most accessible - and empowering - LittleBigPlanet yet. We’ve seen glimpses of what <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/category/ps-vita/">PS Vita</a> adds to Play starting at <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/e311/">E3</a>, when SCEE’s Pete Smith <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/2011/06/15/e3-replay-littlebigplanet-for-ps-vita/">demonstrated</a> how the touch screen, gyroscopes, and rear touch panel helped Sackboy navigate levels in all-new ways. At <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/gamescom11/">gamescom</a>, Smith was joined by Tarsier Studios designer Richard Meredith to show us some more Play possibilities and tools you’ll use to Create new types of games. More...

<a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/mlb-11-the-show/">Challenge of the Week #25</a> is an NL East match-up. The Atlanta Braves All-Star pitcher goes up against the Marlins young, slugging right fielder. Climb the leaderboard and get as many hits as you can to win a $250 MLB.com gift card. Week #19 begins on <strong>Monday August 22nd at 5:30am PDT</strong> and ends <strong>Monday August 29th at 4:30am PDT</strong>. To play, simply select the Challenge of the Week option in the main menu. This week kicks off a new August monthly prize period - <strong>$2000, cold hard cash</strong>. Every 4 weeks a monthly prize will be awarded to the player with the most Challenge of the Week points. Weekly scores will also be added from <strong>May 30th</strong> until <strong>September 19th 4:30am PST</strong> for a chance to win Grand Prize #2, a Trip for two to a 2011 World Series Game! More...

<h4>Forget About Your Troubles And Your Nine To Five – Play Some MNR! </h4> We have been making you work pretty hard lately with all the new DLC to play with so we thought we owed you a little pampering. This week is all about you. Sit back, relax, put your feet up, pour yourself a nice cold beverage and settle in for some good MNR times. <strong>Double XP Week</strong> For starters, here is a little helping hand to take the load off of that grueling Level 30 trek you are on - Double XP Week is August 21st – 28th. Enjoy! <strong>FREE DLC “Drop†For The 9-5’ers! </strong> Hey you…! Yes you, we know you work hard during the week and deserve a little extra something for the effort on the weekends. Our next Free DLC Giveaway will be this upcoming Sunday, August 28th. Check our Facebook page throughout the day for some free random DLC… so you’ve got that going for you! More...

<a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/the-drop/">The Drop</a> this week brings <a href="http://www.deusex.com/">Deus Ex: Human Revolution</a> fresh off the cybernetic enhancing lab and right into your PS3. A highly demanded and classic fan favorite arrives on PSN; with a parasitic thirst on the eve of this PSone sequel. Including a quadruple dose of demos and double-combo of minis, this week’s <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/the-drop/">The Drop</a> will ale your summer woes. More...

I've only been home from Germany's gamescom for a few hours, spending that time catching up on sleep, baseball highlights, and gaming news. Looks like a solid showing all around, and a <a href="http://www.joystiq.com/2011/08/21/gamescom-2011-welcomes-275-000-attendees/">huge turnout in Cologne</a>; gamescom really is an impressive sight to behold. We'll have more reports and interviews from the show over the next couple of days. <strong>The PS.Blog weekly reading list (Week of August 15, 2011)</strong> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.joystiq.com/2011/08/20/ps3-wireless-stereo-headset-heads-to-retail-september-6/">PS3 Wireless Stereo Headset heads to retail September 6 - Joystiq</a></li> <li><a href="http://kotaku.com/5831821/you-and-this-vita-platformer-will-make-beautiful-music-together">You and This Vita Platformer Will Make Beautiful Music Together - Kotaku</a></li> <li><a href="http://kotaku.com/5832238/more-beautiful-cel+shading-in-this-gravity-rush-video">More Beautiful Cel-Shading in This Gravity Rush Video - Kotaku</a></li> More...

Story by Mp1st.com. Noah Heller, Product Manager at Beachhead Studios, reveals some of Modern Warfare 3 More...

Crazy week, eh? <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/gamescom11/">Gamescom</a> pummeled us with a volley of major PlayStation announcements: A <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/2011/08/16/live-from-gamescom-playstation-3-now-249/ ">new $249 price point</a> for PS3, <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/2011/08/16/coming-to-ps-vita-resistance-burning-skies-escape-plan-assassins-creed-fifa-facebook-twitter-foursquare-skype/">social apps</a> for PS Vita, a first look at <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/2011/08/18/hands-on-with-resistance-burning-skies-for-ps-vita/">Resistance: Burning Skies for PS Vita</a>, and the <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/2011/08/18/escape-plan-watch-the-ps-vita-trailer-everyones-talking-about/">debut of Escape Plan</a> -- what is this, <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/tag/e311/">E3</a>? In other news: PlayStation Home debuts an uber-popular <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/2011/08/18/playstation-home-guide-dead-island-zombie-survivor-game-challenges/">Dead Island game experience</a> (2 million zombie kills in less than 24 hours!); our UK mate James Gallagher gets details on Robin in his <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/2011/08/19/the-man-behind-the-cowl-arkham-city-interview/">Batman: Arkham City</a> interview; Jeff outlines <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/2011/08/19/virtua-tennis-4-serves-ps-vita-exclusive-features-vt-apps/">Virtua Tennis 4's PS Vita functions</a> (including "VT Apps"), the <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/2011/08/18/littlebigplanet-2-move-pack-live-demo-from-gamescom/">LittleBigPlanet 2 Move Pack</a>, and more. More...

Story by: CritiKiL Coming in 2012,*Gamestop*may be offering a service similar to OnLive. Recently, the company announced that it will begin beta testing streaming capabilities with plans to offer streaming games to its existing markets on the PS3 and Xbox 360. Back in 2009,*GameStop*aquired one US based company that specializes in streaming technology, called Spawn labs out of Austin, Texas. The company has been at the forefront of streaming technology and it appears that GameStop is not about to let the opportunity to get into the streaming market pass it by. GameStop won’t be the only game in town when it finally gets around to offering the streaming service. OnLive has been alive and kicking since 2010 and is readily available as we speak. Streaming games may be the wave of the future, but have yet to see an industry wide embrace. The key for GameStop is streaming these games to your existing console, which allows you to stay connected with your already cultivated set of friends and acquaintances on your network or console of preference. Why Sony, Microsoft, or any gaming console for that matter would allow GameStop to step in to become a middle man on a closed platform, is beyond me… Score: 0 (0 votes cast) More...

Story by: CritiKiL Now is your turn to get the Ultimate in Wireless Headsets with the Official PS3â„¢ wireless stereo headset! For only $99.99, it gives ultimate audio gaming experience with 7.1 digital surround sound. Preorder your wireless stereo headphones for PS3 system from Amazon, Bestbuy, Gamestop or Buy.com and enhance your multiplayer gaming. The Ultimate Audio Advantage Experience The Ultimate Audio Advantage with the official PS3â„¢ Wireless Stereo Headset. Hear the enemy before they see you with 7.1 digital surround sound*. Mobilize your squad during intense multiplayer gaming using the highest quality voice chat. Stay informed with on-screen headset status updates**. Get fast access to key buttons like microphone mute and volume control with a simple tap or slide of the finger on the headset. And enjoy hours of in-the-zone comfort with oversized earpads. The official Wireless Stereo Headset for the PS3â„¢ system is your new deadliest weapon. Key Features The Official PS3â„¢ Wireless Stereo Headset 7.1 digital surround sound* enables you to hear the enemy before they see you Crystal clear conversations to strategize with teammates Breathable oversized earpads allow for hours of comfortable gameplay Stay informed with exclusive on-screen headset status updates** Enjoy hi-fidelity sound while watching your favorite movie Easily access headset Volume and Mic Mute controls Retractable microphone for use only when you need it Score: 0 (0 votes cast) More...