by Rainier on July 10, 2008 @ 4:14 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sony has
rolled out new PlayStation Store content starting with the Rainbow Six Vegas 2 Gift Pack (free, includes three new maps), double dose of Red Hot Chili Peppers and Rush (including the special guitar solo edition of Working Man) tracks for Rock Band, and no less than four demos (Siren: Blood Curse, Monster Madness: Grave Danger, WALL-E, and Spiderwick). Of course there are the usual game/movie trailers, PS3 themes and wallpapers.
by Rainier on July 3, 2008 @ 5:48 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sony has
rolled out new PlayStation Store content starting with Qore Episode 02 ($2.99) which includes Part one/three following the development of Resistance 2. Also present are the weekly Rock Band tracks (Crüe Fest Pack 1 for $2.99) and the Top Gun Anthem for Guitar Hero III (free), and of course there are the usual game/movie trailers, PS3 themes and wallpapers.
by Rainier on March 31, 2008 @ 10:04 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sony announced that it will revamp the PlayStation Store for PS3 in mid-April with a new, more dynamic look and improved navigation, as a result there will be no PSN updates until after the transformation is complete.
by Rainier on Oct. 26, 2007 @ 10:36 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sony Computer Entertainment America today celebrates the seven-year anniversary of its PS2. Since its release in North America on October 26, 2000, more than 120 million hardware units and more than a billion units of PS2 software have sold worldwide,
by Rainier on March 30, 2007 @ 12:10 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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SCEA today will serve up a fresh batch of PS3 goodies on the PlayStation Store with a video of PlayStation Home, a free demo of Major League Baseball 2K7, and brand-spankin' new trailers of Warhawk and Super Rub'A'Dub. Trailers for some of the year's hottest upcoming movies will also be available for download.
by Rainier on Feb. 15, 2007 @ 2:02 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Available on the Playstation Network is a playable demo for SEGA's car combat game Full Auto 2: Battlelines, as well as a downloadable version of the PS1 classic Destruction Derby ($5.99) for the PSP. The array of tracks and race styles will keep you coming back for more, as you're on a mission to bash, smash and crash into the other guy until his car (or yours) gives up the ghost.
by Judy on Nov. 9, 2006 @ 3:26 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Sony Europe today announced that they've sold 40 million PlayStation 2 units in Europe and PAL territories, surpassing the PS1's 39 million mark. PlayStation 2 has over 2,000 titles available throughout Europe, with another 50 due for release in time for Christmas. In the previous month, over 100,000 units were sold per week, according to SCEE President David Reeves.
by Rainier on Aug. 21, 2006 @ 2:15 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sony Computer Entertainment Europe today announced the expansion of the PS2 line-up in Europe with the introduction of a new color. The new, limited edition Pink PS2 will come complete with two Pink Dualshock 2 Analog Controllers, and a 8MB Pink Memory Card.
by Rainier on Aug. 4, 2006 @ 4:19 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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While Sony promised that all PSOne and PS2 games would be backward compatible, it also unveiled that even your old savegames will be useable on the PS3. To use saved data on a PS2 memory card, you must copy the data onto a virtual memory card within the hard disk,which will require a PS2/PSone memory card adaptor to copy the data to your PS3. A memory card adaptor is designed to edit, up/download game saves to and from EMS flash card or smart media card. Details on the adaptor, as to price or manufactorer, were however not provided
by Rainier on June 5, 2006 @ 11:55 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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With the launch of new consoles comes the inevitable discussion of backwards compatibility, and it seems Sony is running into a few issues. Initially announced as made possible through a software emulator, it seems engineers will not be able to complete the tool in time, and thus Sony opted to simple
include PS2 hardware inside each PS3, at least until the emu is finished. The report also reveals update patches through online service, plans for bigger hds, upgraded network features, and that the flash memory will be used for its OS. There is also speculation on Sony's next-gen console price, set at 73,000 yen, but that is to be taken with a grain of salt.
by Rainier on April 20, 2006 @ 10:28 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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SCEA today announced that it has made its PS2 more affordable than ever throughout North America. Effective immediately, consumers can purchase the PS2 for a suggested retail price (SRP) of $129.99. SCEA expects this latest price move to fuel consumer demand even further.
by Rainier on March 14, 2006 @ 12:57 p.m. PST | Filed under
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While neither confirmed nor official, The Nihon Keizai Shimbun claims that tomorrow's secretive Sony conference will reveal that SCEI will delay the release of its PS3 next-generation console until early November because the copy protection technology for the Blu-ray Disc has not been finalized.
by Rainier on Feb. 16, 2006 @ 2:37 p.m. PST | Filed under
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The keynote, titled "PlayStation 3: Beyond the Box," will demonstrate the creative and technical opportunities that will be made available via next-generation consoles. More specifically, Harrison will outline SCE's current plans for the PlayStation 3 and how certain development strategies will help increase consumer interest.
by Rainier on Jan. 1, 2006 @ 1:30 a.m. PST | Filed under
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In an attempt to boost sales and lure more video-game players online, Sony Corp. plans on giving buyers of its PlayStation 2 system a free modem device that previously cost $40.
Sony will now sell its PlayStation 2 standard with its Network Adapter, which allows video-game players to hook up via the Internet to compete with each other. The company didn't specify an exact start date for the promotion, but said it would happen over the summer.
Industry watchers had been uncertain whether Sony would offer any promotion, since PlayStation 2 sales have eclipsed competitors in the game-console arena, Microsoft Corp.'s Xbox
by Rainier on Jan. 1, 2006 @ 1:30 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Serving up a dose of sun, fun and sand right into gamers' living rooms, Acclaim Sports, a division of Acclaim Entertainment, Inc. (Nasdaq: AKLM - News), today unveiled Summer Heat Beach Volleyball(TM) for the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system. The only beach volleyball game available for the PlayStation®2, Summer Heat Beach Volleyball takes players on a journey to the world's hottest summer spots to face off in fast-paced 2-on-2 arcade action.
"We're very excited to offer PlayStation®2 owners their own exclusive beach volleyball game," said David Knies, Director of Acclaim Sports. "With addictive gameplay and easy-to-use controls, Summer Heat Beach
by Rainier on Nov. 30, 2005 @ 3:58 a.m. PST | Filed under
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SCEI announced today that cumulative worldwide shipment of PS2s had reached 100 million units, within 5 years and 9 months since its launch in Japan in March 2000. Previous record was set by PSOne which reached the same mark in 9 years and 6 months since launch, thus making the PS2 3 years ahead of schedule.
by Judy on Sept. 12, 2005 @ 11:28 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sony is recalling 3.5 million faulty power adapters for its PlayStation 2 because they may overheat and cause injury. The adapters were made between August and December of 2004 for the slimline PS2, which has a free-standing power adapter to save space. PS2 owners can go to
http://www.ps2ac.com to determine if their adapters are being recalled.
by Rainier on June 3, 2005 @ 3:41 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) announced today that the cumulative production shipment of PS2 had reached 90 million units worldwide, as of June 2nd, 2005.
by Rainier on March 24, 2005 @ 7:59 a.m. PST | Filed under
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SoulCalibur III offers the series' hallmarks of exhilarating sword-fighting action and profound martial arts while also delivering highly improved graphics and sound effects to create a unique gaming experience. It also features a Character Creation Mode, which allows players to create original warriors. With so many new gameplay modes and new characters rich with personality, this title will offer players the world-class sword-fighting action they desire. Scheduled for late 2005.
by Judy on Nov. 1, 2004 @ 8:01 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Preparing the market for the upcoming holiday selling season, Sony today announced the availability of a new, redesigned PlayStation 2. With the widest distribution base of any platform ever available, the new PlayStation 2 can now be purchased at more than 20,000 doors/retail locations for a suggested retail price of $149.99.
by Judy on Sept. 21, 2004 @ 12:23 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sony Computer Entertainment announced today its plans for the global release of a new, redesigned PS2 in time for the year-end peak-selling season. The new model will be in stores on November 3 in Japan, and by November 1 in Europe and North America.
by Rainier on April 27, 2004 @ 1:36 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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American Technology Research analyst P.J. McNealy said the Xbox was likely to overtake the PS2 on a units-sold basis for the first time ever in the United States in April. He estimated Xbox sales of 275,000 units this month, versus about 200,000 units for the PS2. PS2 sales have been falling in the United States this year, and in the just-ended fiscal year Sony said PS2 unit shipments fell 37 percent in North America. Unless Sony cuts the price on its PS2 in order to spur sales, U.S. game software makers, many of whom track Sony's fiscal year, may find sales growth targets harder to reach, analysts said.
Read the full story here...by Thomas on Nov. 19, 2003 @ 6:20 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Rockstar Games, the world-renowned publishing division of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. announced today that Manhunt for the PlayStation2 computer entertainment system has shipped to retail stores throughout North America. Manhunt will be in stores in Europe on November 21, 2003. Manhunt is developed by Rockstar North, the developers behind the global blockbuster Grand Theft Auto franchise.
by Thomas on Oct. 21, 2003 @ 10:54 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Datel Electronics has announced the release of the USB Expander for the PlayStation 2. Recognizing a need for the online gamer to access more than the two provided USB ports on the PS2, Datel has released the USB Expander, which provides an additional four USB Ports to supplement the two existing ports found on all PS2 models. The four additional ports will allow for the use of a USB Broadband Adapter, Keyboard, Mouse, Headset, and EyeToy all at the same time. Gamers will now be able to establish their console set-up without having to add or remove peripherals depending on game compatibility.
by Rainier on Sept. 29, 2003 @ 1:37 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sony Computer Entertainment UK today announced that it is to begin offering its ground breaking PlayStation 2 at £139.99 commencing October 1st 2003. Also available from the same date, is a limited edition 'satin silver' PlayStation 2 which comes packaged with two silver versions of the classic Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®2) for £149.99. Both machines feature the new built-in IR receiver, improved DVD-R/DVD-R/W playback and a significantly quieter fan.
