Computer And Video Games PlayStation Portable

A list of Vita-compatible PSP games

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 22:33:00 GMT

All the PSP titles currently available for download via PSN.
Sony has released a list of the PSP title currently available via the US PSN. Why? Because you can only play digital PSP games on your UMD-less Vita.

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News round-up: Xbox 720's 'touchscreen controller' and Unreal Engine 4

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 17:41:00 GMT

All of today's UK gaming headlines in one place...
It's that time of the afternoon when we serve up all the choice cuts from the day's UK gaming news, from sales figures to product announcements, trailers, review and release round-ups.

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Activision posts annual profit of $1.1 billion

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 14:32:00 GMT

Earnings more than doubled in 2011.
Activision Blizzard has reported a significant rise in sales and earnings for calendar year 2011.

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PS Access episode 20 stars Wipeout 2048

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 12:09:00 GMT

Plus a round-up of all the latest news and PlayStation Store content.
The latest episode of weekly HD PS3 video show Access is out now on the PlayStation Network (you can also watch it below).

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Xbox 360 leads US sales for 13th straight month

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 10:41:00 GMT

Microsoft says it has "has found new ways to extend the lifecycle of the console".
Xbox 360 was the best-selling console in the US in January, marking the 13th straight month it has been the top-selling system in the US.

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Around the network - mid Februrary finagaling

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 10:25:00 GMT

A fine selection of the best from gaming this week.
We're approaching the mid-point of the shortest of months, but with Valentine's day to negotiate next week it's probably not a good time to take your eye off the ball if you want to stay in your sig other's good books. Still, Vita will be with us before the end of the month, so distract yourself from a weekend of desperate shopping with some fine reading matter from our friends and colleagues on Games Radar and the three Official titles who have been cooking up some fine gaming fare for you to enjoy. So enjoy!

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Modern Warfare 3 tops US sales in January

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 10:03:00 GMT

Ahead of Just Dance 3 and The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim.
Modern Warfare 3 was the best-selling game in the US in January, according to data from retail tracker the NPD Group.

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News round-up: Tim Schafer kills the publisher, Skyrim kills the PS3 lag?

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 17:50:00 GMT

All of today's UK gaming headlines in one place...
It has been a relatively quiet Thursday in the world of gaming, but that doesn't mean there haven't been a few choice news stories doing the rounds.

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US PS Store update: Shank 2, Gotham City Impostors

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 19:59:00 GMT

Plus the Jak and Daxter Collection and The Simpsons Arcade.
It's another good week for US PSN users, with plenty to spend your electric money on.

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PS Access episode 19 stars Vita, Uncharted

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:15:00 GMT

Banks throw GAME a lifeline

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:36:00 GMT

Lending agreement enables firm to continue trading, but overseas stores may still be sold.
GAME has been thrown a lifeline by its banks that will enable the retailer to continue trading.

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Capcom profits down 53.6%

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 16:38:00 GMT

Monster Hunter 3G the highlight of a relatively poor nine months.
Capcom has reported a disappointing set of financials for the nine months ended December 31, 2011.

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HMV 'still committed to games'

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 11:54:00 GMT

But retailer will cut in-store space given to console and PC titles.
HMV boss Simon Fox has said the firm remains committed to the games market despite having to merge its tech and games teams together.

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GAME reviewing overseas business

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 11:09:00 GMT

Retailer's future appears uncertain as credit discussions continue.
GAME is considering the future of its overseas operations in talks with its lenders.

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Sony posts £1.3 billion quarterly loss

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:39:00 GMT

PS3 price cut and higher than expected marketing costs hit the PlayStation business.
Sony has posted a net loss of 158 billion yen (£1.3 billion) for its third financial quarter ended December 31, 2011, compared to a profit of 72.3 billion yen (£559 million) a year ago.

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THQ to cut 240 jobs, CEO takes 50% pay cut

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 09:49:00 GMT

Sales and administrative staff on the chopping block as new business plan takes effect.
THQ is to lay off up to 240 "selling, general and administrative personnel" as part of its recently revised business strategy.

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Japan: Armored Core beats Resident Evil to No.1 spot

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 16:16:00 GMT

While 3DS leads hardware sales and Vita overtakes PSP.
The PS3 version of From Software's Armored Core V debuted at No.1 on the Japanese software chart for the week ended January 29, one place ahead of fellow newcomer and 3DS exclusive Resident Evil Revelations.

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GAME facing credit problems, 'possible stock issues'

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 12:12:00 GMT

But firm insists it will be selling big new games this Friday.
Retailer GAME is reportedly facing credit insurance problems that could hamper its ability to stock new releases.

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EA forums hacked last week

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 11:18:00 GMT

"There is no evidence that any personal data was compromised".
The homepage of EA's official forums was hacked over the weekend, the publisher has confirmed.

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170 THQ staff laid off, report claims

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10:17:00 GMT

Firm plans to detail new business strategy on Thursday alongside its financial results.
THQ has reportedly laid off 170 staff as its recently revised business strategy comes into effect.

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US PS Store update: Twisted Metal, Syndicate demos

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 22:49:00 GMT

Two big free trials for all to play today.
It's all about the demos section in this week's US PS Store updates list.

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EU PS Plus updates in February: Simpsons Arcade

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 20:37:00 GMT

Subscriber goodies for the next few weeks.
Sony has lobbed out a list of treats that PlayStation Plus subscribers can expect in the next month.

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Angry Birds dev sees the bright side of piracy

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:04:00 GMT

"Piracy may not be a bad thing," says Rovio Mobile boss.
Piracy isn't all bad if it helps to massively expand your fan base, says the firm behind the phenomenally successful Angry Birds.

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An actual PSP trailer - Black Panther 2: Yakuza Asura Chapter

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 00:06:00 GMT

Sega shows there's still life in the first-gen Sony portable.
Vita this, Vita that. Let's not forget the good old PSP that dropped jaws in 2004. It's all gone quiet for Sony's old portable but Sega's not ready to let it go. Sniff.

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5 best boss fights ever

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 17:00:00 GMT

A few of unforgettable video game adversaries...
Boss battles are very hit and miss. A rubbish boss fight is the bane of every gamer, and usually end up being either frustrating or just downright boring.

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