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DEMOS: Phantasy Star Portable 2 demo is live

2009-11-01T08:40:00.002-05:00

Sega's Phantasy Star Portable 2 demo is up for download on its official site! The demo is in Japanese and is a fairly big file at 353 mb. If you don't feel like navigating through the site, here is a direct link to the download.

Download: Phantasy Star Portable 2 Demo

MEDIA: God Eater massive image gallery

2009-11-01T00:37:00.001-04:00

Looks like Namco Bandai has finally released some new images of their upcoming rpg God Eater. Follow link to see all the new images! (source: gamekyo - see it!)

REVIEWS: Kenka Bancho: Badass Rumble review round up

2009-10-30T14:31:00.000-04:00

Here are the review scores for Atlus's Kenka Bancho: Badass Rumble
IGN: 6.8 read it!
Destructoid: 7.5 read it!

MEDIA: Ikki Tousen: Xross Impact trailer

2009-10-30T11:25:00.002-04:00

NEWS: Lunar Harmony of Silver Star additional details revealed

2009-10-29T22:28:00.000-04:00

The upcoming PlayStation Portable remake of Lunar: Silver Star Story will include more than just the original story. A new scenario will be included that lets the player assume control over the four legendary heroes (Dyne, Ghaleon, Mel and Lemia) who are trying to free the Goddess Althena from the clutches of an evil wizard plotting the extermination of mankind. Another exclusive feature is the addition of bromides which are well hidden in various spots throughout the game. Bromides double as stat-raising items during battle and special character pictures.

Lunar comes out November 12th in Japan and January 12th here in the states.
(source: famitsu - read it!)

NEWS: Playstation Store weekly update 10/29/2009

2009-10-29T21:58:00.000-04:00

PSP Content

PSP Sale

Super Stardust Portable, echochrome, Myst, Brain Challenge, and Unbound Saga are 50% off through November 4. Manhunt 2 reduced to $19.99.

PSP Minis

Zombie Tycoon ($7.99)
Yummy Yummy Cooking Jam ($4.99)

Downloadable games

LocoRoco: Midnight Carnival ($14.99)
NBA 2K10 ($29.99)
Darkstalkers Chronicles: The Chaos Tower ($19.99)
Mega Man Maverick Hunter X ($19.99)
Crystal Defenders ($9.99)
Petz Dogz Family ($29.99)
Petz Hamsterz Bunch ($29.99)
Petz Saddle Club ($29.99)

Game demos

LocoRoco: Midnight Carnival demo
Jak and Daxter: The Lost Frontier Demo
Crystal Defenders Demo
Petz Saddle Club Demo

Rock Band Unplugged

Rock Band weekly update

Video

Beaterator - Timbaland Trailer
Beaterator - Intro Trailer
Beaterator - Sessions: Max & Clay
Beaterator - Sessions: Artist Series 1
Beaterator - Sessions: Artist Series 2
Jak and Daxter: The Lost Frontier - Story Trailer
Thexder Neo - Launch Trailer

PSP Themes

Apache Gunship Theme ($1.49)
Infantry Theme ($1.49)
German Panther Tanks Theme 3 ($1.49)
German Panther Tanks Theme 4 ($1.49)
Lingerie Football League: Dallas Desire Theme ($1.99)
Skull Bash Theme 1 ($0.99)
Skull Bash Theme 2 ($0.99)

MEDIA: Fate/Extra new images

2009-10-28T19:55:00.001-04:00

A batch of new screens have been release for Marvelous Entertainment's Fate/Extra.
(source: the-magicbox - see it!)

MEDIA: Dante's Inferno Sony PSP Gameplay videos

2009-10-28T19:43:00.001-04:00

IGN has a batch of three new gameplay videos:

IGN Video: Dante's Inferno Sony PSP Gameplay - Big Hit

IGN Video: Dante's Inferno Sony PSP Gameplay - Dominate

IGN Video: Dante's Inferno Sony PSP Gameplay - Avoid the Fire

MEDIA: Darius Burst image gallery

2009-10-28T12:36:00.000-04:00

Andriasang.com has a new batch of images from Darius Burst. The game releases this December in Japan.
(source: andriasang - see it!)

MEDIA: Zombie Tycoon launch trailer

2009-10-28T08:56:00.000-04:00

Releasing October 29th just in time for Halloween is Zombie Tycoon, the latest mini offering on the PSP. Players will control undead and plan attacks on the human race.

(source: destructoid - see it!)

IMPRESSIONS: Bandai Namco's .hack//Link

2009-10-27T22:36:00.001-04:00

So far a U.S. release for .hack//Link has not been announced but from the impressions and trailer I would say the chances are highly likely as this is looking to be the best game in the series. Follow link for full impressions or just stay here and check out the trailer:

(source: joystiq - read it!)

MEDIA: Kenka Bancho: Badass Rumble 10 minute taste

2009-10-27T22:02:00.001-04:00

Check out the first 10 minutes of Kenka Bancho: Badass Rumble which is releasing November 10 from Atlus:

(source: destructoid - read it!)

NEWS: Steampirates being developed for PSP mini

2009-10-27T12:32:00.000-04:00

SteamPirates is described by Oyoji Games as a role-playing game for the iPhone and PSP Mini by the team behind Mecho Wars and Fried Green Apps. Not much more info available yet but follow source link for several more pics.

(source: kotaku - read it!)

NEWS: Capcom's Last Ranker playable at this years Jump Festa

2009-10-26T20:48:00.001-04:00

Expect to finally see some more news and media on Capcom's Lank Ranker when the playable demo lands this December 19 at the Jump Festa in Tokyo. Jump Festa is an annual gaming and manga event held by Weekly Shounen Jump publisher Shueisha. Square Enix will also be showing off new title but the line-up has yet to be announced.
(source: adriasang - read it!)

MEDIA: Phantasy Star 2 Portable images....

2009-10-26T11:19:00.000-04:00

.. and for the first time in a while these don't involve pizza, soft drinks, or mascot cats :) Follow link for full gallery.
(source: gamekyo - see it!)

NEWS: Capcom reveals new Monster Hunter spin-off for PSP

2009-10-25T08:00:00.001-04:00

Capcom, at the Monster Hunter finals event in Tokyo, has confirmed the development of a Monster Hunter spin-off title for the PSP. The game is titled "Monhan Nikki Poka Poka Airu Mura," or "Monster Hunter Diary Poka Poka Airu Village." No further information has been given yet.
(source: famitsu - read it!)

MEDIA: Armored Core 3 Portable Images

2009-10-23T20:50:00.000-04:00

Head over to IGN to see a gallery of images from the recently released Armored Core 3 Portable.

See More Armored Core 3 Portable Various at IGN.com

MEDIA: Mahjongg Artifacts: Chapter 2 trailer

2009-10-23T20:36:00.000-04:00

Mahjongg Artifacts: Chapter 2 is the latest mini to be released. Here is the debut trailer:

Video Games | Mahjongg Artifacts: Chapter 2 | Debut Trailer

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NEWS: Aksys announces Cho Aniki Zero, the most manly shooter ever!

2009-10-23T20:23:00.000-04:00

Aksys Games, a publisher of interactive entertainment products, proudly brings you this announcement, in exaltation of all that is manly: in spring 2010, Cho Aniki Zero will be oiled up and ready to thrust its way onto your PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system! Sold exclusively as a digital download through the PlayStation®Store, Cho Aniki Zero gives players the chance to take part in an epic struggle alongside heroes Idaten and Benten as they blast through the muscle-bounded forces of Emperor Balzac II.

Torrance, CA (October 13th, 2009) – Aksys Games, a publisher of interactive entertainment products, proudly brings you this announcement, in exaltation of all that is manly: in spring 2010, Cho Aniki Zero will be oiled up and ready to thrust its way onto your PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system! Sold exclusively as a digital download through the PlayStation®Store, Cho Aniki Zero gives players the chance to take part in an epic struggle alongside heroes Idaten and Benten as they blast through the muscle-bounded forces of Emperor Balzac II.
Cho Aniki Zero brings manliness back to the old-school shoot-em-up genre and, warps it to another dimension of sights and sounds. In Cho Aniki Zero, players will be introduced to brand-new characters and newly heightened experiences of rhythmic action, intertwined with the famous BGM of Kouji Hayama. Battle through five man-rageous levels of brotherly love and muscle-on-muscle madness!
The Story So Far…

Since the death of Balzac, the Builder Planet has celebrated a long period of peace.

However, as time goes by, protein becomes scarce, and protein deficiency is soon a serious problem for the Builder Planet. As people struggle for control over what protein is left, Balzac II begins his subtle rise to power…

Learning of his return, Idaten and Benten take up arms and begin their man-tastic voyage…

“Cho Aniki Zero is a real trip,” said Frank “Bo” deWindt II, Associate Producer, Aksys Games. “It’s wacky, hilarious, and just plain fun. Be it the crazy characters, the challenging gameplay, or even the out-of-this-world enemies, you’ll find yourself chugging down protein shakes between levels before you know it!”
Key Features:
• MUSCLE REIGNS SUPREME
Choose between Idaten and Benten, then select your “Option” (sidekick) such as Samson, Adon, or Micha & El. Defeat Emperor Balzac before he claims the universe’s protein for himself!
• MEN’S BEEEEEEEAM!
Too much man-action on the screen? Collect enough Man Protein to unleash the devastating attack of the Men’s Beam!
• IT’S RAINING MEN!
Blaze through five man-mazing levels of love, and bear witness to the birth and rebirth of some of the greatest bromances of all time!
• CHOOSE WISELY…
Cho Aniki Zero offers multiple paths that leads to various endings for our muscle-bound heroes!
(source: read it!)

NEWS: Aksys Games announces Mimana Iyar Chronicles

2009-10-23T14:45:00.001-04:00

Aksys Games, a publisher of interactive entertainment products, proudly announces Mimana Iyar Chronicles, coming Spring 2010! This magical PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system title will be available on UMD® and as a digital download on the PlayStation®Store. With a story written by the same minds behind the Lunar series & Tales of Destiny 2, and gameplay developed by veteran RPG-makers Kogado Studios and Premium Agency, RPG fans in the US will finally get the game they’ve been waiting for—one previously available only in the land of the rising sun.

Mimana Iyar Chronicles blends the traditional RPG elements of vast map exploration and treacherous dungeon spelunking. Engage in fast-paced battles in a quasi-3D environment where you control the character’s movement and actions, and strategically command your party to turn the tide of battle. Your actions dictate how the story unfolds, through numerous fully-voiced event sequences.
“Mimana Iyar Chronicles is a great mix of fast-paced, real-time action battles combined with a slew of girls to accompany you along the way,” states Frank “Bo” deWindt II, Associate Producer, Aksys Games. “With your ladies by your side on your epic quest to save the world, no one can stand in your way!”
Mimana Iyar Chronicles Key Features:

• MIMANA COMES TO LIFE
Experience the story of Mimana through beautiful, hand-drawn anime sequences!
• REAL-TIME BATTLES!
Action-based battles between your party members and enemies explode with spells, skills, and excitement. Take advantage of the depth of the battlefield to strategically place your party members and claim victory.
• CRUSH YOUR ENEMIES!
Time your attacks just right to deal massive damage to your enemies!
(source: read it!)

NEWS: Nippon Ichi announces Prinny 2!

2009-10-23T10:34:00.001-04:00

Thats right, Dengeki is reporting a sequel is in the works! More info as it becomes available.
(source: dengeki - read it!)

MEDIA: Valkyria Chronicles II tank driving action

2009-10-23T08:48:00.002-04:00

This latest clip shows off the new tank available and introduces us to Lavinia Lain, G group’s official mechanic:

MEDIA: Three new Kingdom Hearts: Birth by Sleep gameplay videos

2009-10-23T08:33:00.000-04:00

NEWS: Marvelous announces Ikki Tousen Xross Impact

2009-10-22T22:03:00.003-04:00

Based on the Ikki Tousen anime, Xcross Impact will feature outrageous finishing skills, six new playable characters to make it 22 in total, a new system called “Bakunyu Cross Rumble” (pick two character and switch between them easily, also available for Ad Hoc Mode battle), new original characters and story (take place after the episodes of Ikki Tousen: Great Guardians). The game is set for an April release next year in Japan.
(source: psphyper - see it!)
(official site - see it!)

MEDIA: Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars PSP vs. DS comparison

2009-10-22T21:49:00.000-04:00

Check out this comparison video to see some of the graphical tweaks between the PSP and DS.

Video Games | Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars | DS/PSP Comparison

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