First Japan, and now North America. Capcom has announced that Monster Hunter Freedom Unite is the first title to support the new adhocParty feature available for free via the PlayStation Network.

adhocParty for the PSP system is a service which enables PSP owners to play online multiplayer games featuring Adhoc mode over the internet through the PlayStation 3. PSP titles with Adhoc mode traditionally require users to play within close proximity to each other over Wi-Fi, but with adhocParty for the PSP, PSP owners can play anyone in the world through the PlayStation Network.

Capcom has promised that further Capcom PSP titles will support this feature in the future...
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PlayStation LifeStyle writes:

"This week might just be the largest update the PS Store has ever had. Most of the content will be geared toward the PSP, to ready for the launch of the PSPgo. However the PS3 is still getting plenty of content, namely a few demos and a few downloadable games. Also don't forget to to download the Uncharted 2 demo, which is available in the PS Store now."
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Capcom-Unity: Today we have brand new Monster Hunter Freedom Unite DLC available for downloading. Get it in the usual "download" area of the game, and pick up the latest quest.
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PlayStation LifeStyle writes: "This week there are no surprises as to who has gone home the winner in sales. Batman: Arkham Asylum (PS3) has bested all others. Dissidia: Final Fantasy (PSP) retains its top placement for an astounding 37th week. Madden (PS2) retains the still in first after three weeks."
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PlayStation LifeStyle writes:

"Adhoc Party is yet another innnovative way the PSP connects to your PlayStation 3. Adhoc Party uses your PS3 internet connection to extend the PSP's reach to local-only mulitplayer games such as Final Fantasy: Dissidia, and Monster Hunter Freedom Unite. Sony has been beta testing this service in Japan for near a year now, and is downloadable from Japanese PS Store.

Now Sony is showing signs of bringing this exciting service to the US..."
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"...Like I promised, We will continue to bring the latest from the Monster Hunter Gathering Hall Live,...
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If playing Monster Hunter Freedom Unite tickles your fancy and are going to Comic Con later this month, you might want to pack up your PSP and your copy of Monster Hunter Freedom Unite, because Capcom will be giving away eight quests for free.
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As we all craze over the Monster Hunter Fiesta which will sadly end in September,
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Following the successful launch of the Monster Hunter Gathering Hall in London back on July 3rd, 2009, Capcom has announced plans to offer the space as a meeting ground for select hunting packs. In a release issued this weekend, Capcom revealed the opportunity to reserve a floor of the dedicated Monster Hunter venue for your own gaming event.
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The Monster Hunter Fest has been running for its first week already......
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Examiner: "Capcom just issued a press release stating that Monster Hunter Freedom Unite and Monster Hunter Freedom Unite PSP The Best have sold over 3.5 million copies combined. The Best edition has sold over 1 million in Japan alone. With Freedom Unite just releasing stateside, we can expect to see these totals climb even higher. Sony and Capcom have a winner here. "
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The UK's first Monster Hunter drop-in centre officially opened it's doors today, as originally revealed by Electronic Theatre. The Gathering Hall is situated at 121 Charing Cross Road in central London - a stone's throw away from Tottenham Court Road tube station, and the cost of admission is a simply be to come equipped with a PlayStation Portable (PSP) and a copy of Monster Hunter Freedom Unite.
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The Monster Hunter Gathering Hall opens up this Friday with FREE soda, a great way to meet other players, and of course walls covered in fantastic Monster Hunter artwork. Just check out some of these images:
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The Gathering Hall is situated at 121 Charing Cross Road in central London - a stone's throw away from Tottenham Court Road tube station. Open seven days a week, from 10am till 8pm (10pm on Thursdays), the Gathering Hall will provide a safe and comfortable environment for the Monster Hunter community to meet and play together.
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StalkingSilence of PlayStation LifeStyle writes:
"Summer is finally here and to celebrate, our friends at SCEE have launched yet another PSP campaign, aptly named "Summer of PSP." Prominently displayed on the campaign site are four major PSP releases for the summer - Monster Hunter Freedom Unite, Buzz!: Brain of the UK, Petz, and Harry Potter. Each title seems to be sponsoring a giveaway. And if you're a PSLS reader from Europe, be sure complete the mini-games to qualify for the Mega Summer Super Prize!"
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Capcom will continue to support the release of Japan's most successful PSP title in Europe with a series of post launch initiatives. Monster Hunter gamers will be able to enjoy free Downloadable Content (DLC) for the title on an on-going basis. Regular updates featuring new challenging quests and bonus items will be available shortly after launch meaning fans will be able to experience new journeys through the world of Monster Hunter.
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Monster Hunter Freedom Unite releases for the PSP on June 26th as both a UMD and download.

Monster Hunter Freedom Unite is out for the PSP on Friday June 26th and European gamers will either be able to purchase the game disc, or download the complete version from the PlayStation Store. Capcom are certainly ready to support the UMD-less PSP Go.
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Capcom Brings Its Biggest Selling PSP System Game to North American Gamers Beginning Today
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Sony Computer Entertainment Japan announced today the PlayStation Portable New Hunters Pack. Set for release on July 23, this ¥21,000 package bundles a PSP-3000 with a copy of the PSP the Best version of Monster Hunter Portable 2nd G. The bundle will be offered in Radiant Red and Vibrant Blue variations, each with unique packaging themed around monsters from the game.
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The Examiner's Jason Evangelho writes:

"While the choice between Pangya and Monster Hunter boils down to personal preference, it's not a stretch to lean towards Monster Hunter simply for the franchise's pedigree and the sheer volume of gameplay. Grindfest or not, it looks outstanding, but only if you have a couple friends to join up with from time to time."
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