PlayStation LifeStyle writes:
The PSP has seen a number of revisions over the course of its existance, and the PSPgo is the latest evolution of the system that's hitting retail in less than two weeks. With the system's launch right around the corner, Sony sent IGN a small note that detailed a few pieces of juicy information that PSP fans might find interesting.
Retailer Amazon.com on Tues. price cut Patapon 2 for Sony Corp.'s PSP to under $14 in a one-day sale.
Chris Hinojosa-Miranda on Official US PlayStation Blog:
PlayStation LifeStyle writes:
PlayStation.Blog writes: "Now, be honest…wouldn't you want to dress up your Home avatar with these fine threads? If so, be sure to head to the Home Mall since they will be flying off those virtual shelves. You know you will look good…in fact, tell us which shirt you think is the best. Maybe we'll make an actual real-life one. Just hop on over to the official PlayStation Home forums to start-a-votin' and get-a-wearin' or just let us know on the comments".
April was a slow month for big blockbuster titles. Fortunately, May is looking like it will pick up the slab with several promising games. Here are the top five new video games to look forward to this month.
Everyday Playstation: "It's Saturday night, so you know what that means…A list of upcoming releases! This weeks releases are slim-pickings, although a PSP title I believe we are all excited for-Patapon 2; is releasing."
It's a light new video game release week, but most of the games won't break the bank. In fact, most of these games are all under $30 price point. Patapon 2 is available at retail stores for the PSP (includes downloadable code, not UMD) and from the PlayStation Network. Klonoa debuts on Wii, back from the PSone days. The new Nintendo DS Lite Green bundle with Personal Trainer: Cooking and a unique carrying case is available starting Sunday, May 3rd as well.
PlayStation LifeStyle writes, "We have defeated the hoards of Chimera in Resistance: Retribution. Now that we have experienced the European Chimera aftermath, what is the next exclusive PSP game you are most looking forward to?"
Chris Hinojosa-Miranda, Associate Producer for SCEA, writes:
Chris Hinojosa-Miranda from US Playstation.Blog writes:
Sony has released a statement today announcing that the upcoming PlayStation Portable game Patapon 2 will be a download only title. You will be able to purchase the title through the PlayStation Network or you can go to a store and buy a download code, similar to the GTA IV expansion pack The Lost and Damned.
Ars: "Our inside source has given us word that Sony will release its upcoming title Patapon 2 purely through digital means, even though empty cases with the download code will be available at retailers. Sony may be inching even closer to a purely digital business model, but retailers will surely want to fight the future. Is this the first shot in the digital war? Ars investigates."
The Patapon 2 Mini-Game, developed by Kerb to promote the launch of Patapon 2, allows you to try your hand at banging out beats to command your tiny tribesman with the rhythm of your drum.
PS Blog: On May 5th, for the pocket-friendly price of $19.99, you'll be able to own your very own personal copy of Patapon 2. No longer will you drool over the promo videos and exclusive IGN previews.
Chris Hinojosa-Miranda // Associate Producer, SCEA writes:
Looks like Sony's continuing the trend of offering playable demos as incentives for pre-ordering its games. The company has done it for Resistance Retribution on PSP and Killzone 2 on PS3, and next up is Patapon 2.
According to a Sony Europe PSN release schedule obtained by videogaming247.com, Patapon 2 will be available for download for PSP from the European PlayStation network on February 19.
The loveable Patapon are getting 100% more huggable thanks to Medicom Toy, the company that makes Kubrick collectibles. Sometime later this month Rolito's creation is going to be sold as a plush doll in Japan for 3,990 yen ($42) each. At that price the stuffed Patapon isn't really a stocking stuffer since you can purchase Patapon or digitally import Patapon 2 for less.