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Sony details new developments in its policy of downloadable content for PlayStation Network

2011-11-06T15:49:00.000-08:00

For example, from now on PlayStation 3 and PSP can play a maximum of two systems with their contents.

Few dates ago we announced the complaints from fans regarding the restrictions ondownloadable content, Sony conducted in relation to the PlayStation Network profile. Today's executive vice president of operations for PlayStation Network, Gordon Thornton, has shelledthe official PlayStation blog the developments.

"As of November 18, 2011 the number of devices that can be activated in a PlayStation Network account for the purchased game content on the PlayStation Store will be updated," said Thornton. "To play content purchased after November 18, 2011 will apply a new policy andthe number of devices that can be activated are the following":

• PlayStation 3: Users can play a maximum of two activated PS3 systems.
• PSP: Users can play up to two PSP systems activated.

"Please be aware that this application does not affect the content of games purchased beforeNovember 18. The rights of the series includes PSP-1000/2000/3000 PSP and the PSPgo" specifies the executive. "PlayStation Network users can change the configuration of activation through their own devices. In addition, Sony Computer Entertainment plans to offer a newaccount management web PlayStation Network where users can disable their particular devicesassociated with your account PlayStation Network via their PC. "

A new patent shows a Nintendo Wiimote with touchscreen

2011-11-06T15:43:00.000-08:00

You could also read bar codes or letters through their scanner.

Nintendo confirmed at E3 last all Wii peripherals would be compatible with its new home console, Wii U, and this is something that seems to motivate them to continue researching new technologies to surprise the players. At least this shows the registration of two new patents that the company has made in America with interesting new uses for the Wiimote.

The first of these patents refers to a small touch screen that would couple with the Wii Remoteaccessory that covers it completely, leaving the front, and in an elevated position, the aforementioned touch screen.

Apparently, this addition makes use of a series of crystals reflect and refract infrared light from the pointer so that it can detect what is on the surface, and thus capture the movements that are performed on it. Most surprising is that the driver can continue to function as a pointer if you do not find anything on the screen.

Nintendo stated in the patent that this technology will turn the Wiimote into a mouse or a drawing tool. What seems clear is that it is a new technology that combines perfectly with the Wii controller U, we remember, has a large touch screen on the central area.

As for the second patent, it is less surprising since it is based on a simple bar code reader also allows the reading of some small cards that are inserted inside the fixture,

Importantly, this information deals on new patents that may or may not be used in the future, sowe can not take these new accessories confirmed until Nintendo says otherwise.

The demo of Rayman Origins coming to Xbox Live and PSN on November 9

2011-11-06T15:33:00.000-08:00

Include three stages and the possibility to unlock a bonus outfit.

Ubisoft has confirmed that on 9 November, the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 can download thedemo of Rayman Origins promising, title to be released in the market later this month.

This demo includes three maps set in the worlds of the jungle, ocean and forest, with anadditional custom scenarios which allows us to follow the different worlds that make up the game.In addition, players who are the nine Electoons can unlock a new costume for the protagonist.

Remedy: Alan Wake for Xbox Live Arcade is "structured as a set"

2011-11-06T15:20:00.000-08:00

Ha sido diseñado de tal modo que podría publicarse perfectamente en disco como el original.

Yesterday we reported that the new Alan Wake game would be presented at the Spike VGADecember, and today Microsoft has confirmed that this is a downloadable game for Xbox LiveArcade. Announced that it has taken by surprise to many users who have shown their concern about the possibility that this becomes a game less compared to the original. However, fromRemedy ensure that there is no reason to worry, as this mysterious title was "structured as a complete kit" that could be published in physical format perfectly.

"Fans should not be discouraged by what's to come," assured the head of communications of the study, Peter Papadopoulos. "It is structured as a full game with an impressive history that extendsthe original through some very interesting ways."

"I really really enjoyed it and I'm sure all will do well," insisted through the forums of the company.Comments that have been complemented by the jocular president's claim Remedy, MarkusMaki, who has referred to the followers of Alan Wake as "men of little faith."

At the moment no further details are known about this new chapter in the series that could end upbeing called Alan Wake: Night Springs.

Virtua Tennis 4, Shogun 2 and Conduit 2 is added to the Gold series from SEGA

2011-11-06T15:11:00.000-08:00

Reduced price for all three titles in the company.

Today Sega has added 3 new titles to its online Gold, thereby reducing their usual price. The three games in question are Virtua Tennis 4, Conduit 2 and Shogun 2: Total War.

Virtua Tennis going to cost 39.99 euros in its Xbox 360 and PS3 versions, while the Wii versionreduces its price to 29.99 euros, the same amount that The Conduit 2. For its part, the title ofCreative Assembly PC reduces its price to 19.99 euros in limited edition and 49.99 euros in itscollector's edition.

Less than half of Americans buy video game fans

2011-11-06T14:41:00.000-08:00

It appears from a study, most prefer to share with friends or family.

The economic signs Newzoo has conducted a new study on the habits of the players, this timefocusing on the American people, which ensures that only 44% of players who call themselvesbuying video games.

The number of players in North America reaches 82 million, of which 85% buy second handgames. Of these, 25% said that spending half of their games is used and that, on average, players spend 23% to trade in the market.

The same report predicts that spending will mean downloadable content for 960 million dollars this year in the United States, which will reach 1,750 million dollars if we add the European continent.