A couple of weeks ago, Capcom held a contest exclusively for press editors. We were given a task to figure out how to unlock a secret Unlockable item in the game. However, we're sad to report that we didn't manage to win the contest. However, now that someone won the contest, the secret is now out to the public.
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Aug 7, 2008

Rumored PlayStation Store New Content (US) for August 7, 2008

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PS3 - 1942: Joint Strike - PS3 Network - Rumored PlayStation Store New Content (US) for August 7, 2008

In their regular weekly feature, PlayStation LifeStyle takes a look at what we should be getting this week:
- 1942: Joint Strike demo [FREE]
- Battlefield: Bad Company DLC ~ Conquest mode [FREE]
- Civilization Revolution DLC* ~ The Mythic Wonders and Artifact Pack
- Guitar Hero III DLC ~ Interscope Track Pack [$6.49 USD]
- NASCAR 09 DLC* ~ Paint schemes and track updates
- Qore Episode 003
- PixelJunk Eden [$9.99 USD]
- Rock Band DLC: Cruefest Track Pack 02 & SOAD Singles
- Talkman Travel (PSP) [$5.99 USD per city, 3 cities total]
- Tiger Woods 09 demo*

Additional Content:
- Game Video, Making of Bionic Commando: Rearmed (Part 2)*

NOTE: This list is not all-inclusive (videos, wallpapers, etc.) and content is always subject to change.

*Items marked with an asterisk denote rumored content, while the other content is confirmed.
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Jul 24, 2008

Rumored PlayStation Store New Content (US) for July 24, 2008

PS3 News from N4G | 1942: Joint Strike - PS3 Network

PS3 - 1942: Joint Strike - PS3 Network - Rumored PlayStation Store New Content (US) for July 24, 2008

In regular weekly feature, PlayStation LifeStyle takes a look at what we should be getting this week:
- 1942: Joint Strike ($9.99)
- Guitar Hero III DLC: Virtuoso Track Pack ($6.49)
- PixelJunk Eden demo
- Rock Band DLC: NIN and Shinedown ($5.49 and $3.98)
- Siren: Blood Curse ($14.99 packs, $39.99 for all 12)

Additional Content:
- Blu-ray Disc theme (PS3)*

NOTE: This list is not all-inclusive (videos, wallpapers, etc.) and content is always subject to change.

*Items marked with an asterisk denote rumored content, while the other content is confirmed.
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Jul 10, 2008

Sorry, no trophies for 1942 or Bionic Commando

PS3 News from N4G | 1942: Joint Strike - PS3 Network

PS3 - 1942: Joint Strike - PS3 Network - Sorry, no trophies for 1942 or Bionic Commando

The upcoming 1942 and Bionic Commando PSN games are not going to support trophies, according to a statement by Capcom PR Manager Tim Ng. Many speculated after a recent PlayStation.Blog post that the upcoming downloadable Bionic Commando title would support PS3's Achievement-esque Trophy system. Considering how popular they are for Super Stardust HD, we really hoped Capcom would've been able to add these shiny accomplishments into their games. Perhaps they'll reconsider for future titles down the line.
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Jul 9, 2008

1942: Joint Strike Release Date Announced For XBLA and PSN

PS3 News from N4G | 1942: Joint Strike - PS3 Network

PS3 - 1942: Joint Strike - PS3 Network - 1942: Joint Strike Release Date Announced For XBLA and PSN

Capcom has announced the release date for the Xbox 360's Xbox LIVE Arcade release and PLAYSTATION 3's PlayStation Store release of 1942: Joint Strike.

Xbox LIVE Arcade release: 7/23/08
PlayStation Store release: 7/24/08

Xbox 360 gamers will get it first (PS3 gamers must be feeling those strict Thursday PlayStation Store updates).

See newly released screenshots and the video trailer.
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Jun 5, 2008

Captivate 08 blow-out

PS3 News from N4G | 1942: Joint Strike - PS3 Network

PS3 - 1942: Joint Strike - PS3 Network - Captivate 08 blow-out

In case you missed what transpired during their various presentations, the guys at the Capcom US blog have provided a handy blow-out with videos, screenshots and articles on every title mentioned.
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Mar 14, 2008

Capcom Hits The Wayback Machine And Re-visualizes 1942

PS3 News from N4G | 1942: Joint Strike - PS3 Network

PS3 - 1942: Joint Strike - PS3 Network - Capcom Hits The Wayback Machine And Re-visualizes 1942

Torrence Davis of The Bitbag writes, "I'm glad to see Capcom re-visualizing some of their older IP's. I love the 1942 games and this type of shooter is something is now becoming a thing of the past. Thanks to Capcom and companies like Treasure, they are keeping the vertical scroller's alive."
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Mar 13, 2008

Hands-on with 1942 and Commando

PS3 News | 1942: Joint Strike - PS3 Network

First Street Fighter II, then Bionic Commando, now this. Seems Capcom's all about sprucing up their extensive back catalogue with a fresh coat of HD paint. The latest to receive the upgrade, 1942: Joint Strike and Commando 3: Wolf of the Battlefield will both arrive on XBLA and PSN this summer and spring, respectively. Both titles will be 800 points (about $10, in case you didn't have your Microsoft Point Converter handy).We spent some time ... » Read More

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