Sony PSP August 2005

Following the success of the first Pret a PSP in March, Sony today announced that they will be hosting another Pret a PSP fashion show in New York on September 10. The show will be held at Skylight Studios in...

Pret a PSP comes to New York

Charles Starrett • August 31 2005 • 0 comments

Following the success of the first Pret a PSP in March, Sony today announced that they will be hosting another Pret a PSP fashion show in New York...Read more

JavoEdge already made screen protectors for the PSP, now they make a silicone case as well. Read the review to find out whether it's as good as the JavoScreen.

JavoEdge JavoSkin for PSP

Charles Starrett • August 31 2005 • 0 comments

We’ve already reviewed plenty of silicone cases for the PSP here at PSPworld, but the JavoSkin for PSP is the first to claim that it doesn’t pick up...Read more

At the Entertainment Media Expo in Hollywood, Sony executives touted the success of their UMD format. The company said it has already sold 9 million games on UMD and 8.2 million movies. Sony is currently producing 200,000 UMDs a day...

UMD sales strong, Sony to boost production

Paul Sinclair • August 31 2005 • 0 comments

At the Entertainment Media Expo in Hollywood, Sony executives touted the success of their UMD format. The company said it has already sold 9 million games on UMD...Read more

The latest issue of Famitsu has details on Capcom's PSP version of Street Fighter Zero 3 (Alpha 3 in America). "Fully titled Street Fighter Zero 3: Double Upper, the game promises a number of improvements over the original arcade Zero...

PSP Street Fighter Alpha details

Paul Sinclair • August 31 2005 • 0 comments

The latest issue of Famitsu has details on Capcom's PSP version of Street Fighter Zero 3 (Alpha 3 in America). "Fully titled Street Fighter Zero 3: Double Upper,...Read more

Reebok has launched a new site formatted specifically to be viewed with the PSP browser. The site is offering PSP wallpapers, videos, commercials, athletes' pro-tips and interviews. Some of the celebrities and sports stars featured include Jay Z, Allen Iverson,...

Reebok launches PSP site

Paul Sinclair • August 31 2005 • 0 comments

Reebok has launched a new site formatted specifically to be viewed with the PSP browser. The site is offering PSP wallpapers, videos, commercials, athletes' pro-tips and interviews. Some...Read more

When we reviewed Vaja’s first PSP case, the i-Volution (PSPworld Rating: A) impressed us despite is lofty price tag. For their follow-up, Vaja released the PSPouch and PSPouch retro, two cases designed to carry UMDs, Memory Sticks, a set of...

Vaja PSPouch

Charles Starrett • August 30 2005 • 0 comments

When we reviewed Vaja’s first PSP case, the i-Volution (PSPworld Rating: A) impressed us despite is lofty price tag. For their follow-up, Vaja released the PSPouch and PSPouch...Read more

Aspeed Technology recently added three new PSP speaker systems to their website. The systems, PSP-002, PSP-006, and PSP-008 all feature two smaller speakers paired with a subwoofer. The PSP-002 is actually part of a leather case/stand for the PSP, while...

Aspeed unveils PSP speaker systems

Charles Starrett • August 30 2005 • 0 comments

Aspeed Technology recently added three new PSP speaker systems to their website. The systems, PSP-002, PSP-006, and PSP-008 all feature two smaller speakers paired with a subwoofer. The...Read more

Retailers are expecting Thursday's European launch of the PSP to be an "instant sellout" because demand has already begun to outstrip supply. "More than 150,000 machines will be available in Britain on launch day, more than double the biggest launch...

Euro demand for PSP outstrips supply

Paul Sinclair • August 30 2005 • 0 comments

Retailers are expecting Thursday's European launch of the PSP to be an "instant sellout" because demand has already begun to outstrip supply. "More than 150,000 machines will be...Read more

Our previous review of Logic3’s Sound Grip for PSP (PSPworld rating: A-) was largely positive, leaving us with high hopes for the company’s Sound System for PSP, and it was going to need high marks to compare well against Logitech’s...

Logic3 Sound System for PSP

Charles Starrett • August 29 2005 • 0 comments

Our previous review of Logic3’s Sound Grip for PSP (PSPworld rating: A-) was largely positive, leaving us with high hopes for the company’s Sound System for PSP, and...Read more

Sony announced today that it is outsourcing some of it's PSP production to large Taiwanese manufacturer Hon Hai. This doesn't come as a complete surprise, since Sony itself had previously mentioned the possibility of outsourcing PSP production, and Hon Hai...

Sony outsourcing PSP production

Charles Starrett • August 29 2005 • 0 comments

Sony announced today that it is outsourcing some of it's PSP production to large Taiwanese manufacturer Hon Hai. This doesn't come as a complete surprise, since Sony itself...Read more

Brando Workshop today added the PSP 3600mAh Battery Pack to their accessory line. The battery pack holds extra juice while allowing the original battery to be plugged in to it, providing up to twice the gameplay time. The PSP 3600mAh...

Brando adds new PSP Battery Pack

Charles Starrett • August 29 2005 • 1 comments

Brando Workshop today added the PSP 3600mAh Battery Pack to their accessory line. The battery pack holds extra juice while allowing the original battery to be plugged in...Read more

Phil Harrison, executive vice-president of Sony Computer Entertainment, says that any competition with Nintendo is "irrelevant." "The idea of a handheld rivalry with Nintendo is an irrelevance,” Harrison said in an interview. “Those formats don’t appear in our planning. It’s...

Sony VP takes jab at Nintendo

Paul Sinclair • August 29 2005 • 0 comments

Phil Harrison, executive vice-president of Sony Computer Entertainment, says that any competition with Nintendo is "irrelevant." "The idea of a handheld rivalry with Nintendo is an irrelevance,” Harrison...Read more

Sony Computer Entertainment is developing an international website (YourPSP.com) to support the European launch of the PSP. "The main focus of the online hub will be to provide users with regular access to special add-ons that will enable them to...

Sony plans online hub for PSP

Paul Sinclair • August 29 2005 • 0 comments

Sony Computer Entertainment is developing an international website (YourPSP.com) to support the European launch of the PSP. "The main focus of the online hub will be to provide...Read more

The first PSP game to support custom soundtracks will ship in Europe alongside the PSP next week. Codemasters announced today that TOCA Race Driver 2 will feature an option that lets users replace the normal game soundtrack with music stored...

PSP game to offer custom soundtrack

Charles Starrett • August 26 2005 • 0 comments

The first PSP game to support custom soundtracks will ship in Europe alongside the PSP next week. Codemasters announced today that TOCA Race Driver 2 will feature an...Read more

The PlayGear Street is one of the first cases to let you wear your PSP — perfect for listening to tunes while exercising. It's also tough. Find out if it withstood our SUV test.

Logitech PlayGear Street

Charles Starrett • August 26 2005 • 0 comments

With the success of Logitech’s PlayGear Pocket (PSPworld Rating: B-) fresh in our minds, we were excited to review the PlayGear Street — a case that at first...Read more

We've posted 10 new screenshots from Metal Gear Acid 2, the upcoming successor to the popular card based strategy game for the PSP. Metal Gear Acid 2 features an all-new comic-style look, a new storyline focusing on Solid Snake, more...

First look: Metal Gear Acid 2

Paul Sinclair • August 26 2005 • 0 comments

We've posted 10 new screenshots from Metal Gear Acid 2, the upcoming successor to the popular card based strategy game for the PSP. Metal Gear Acid 2 features...Read more

Gamefly has become the first major company to offer UMD movie rentals through the mail. Gamefly has just added a huge selection of UMD movies for the PSP that can be rented just like the company's video games — you...

Gamefly launches UMD movie rentals

Paul Sinclair • August 25 2005 • 0 comments

Gamefly has become the first major company to offer UMD movie rentals through the mail. Gamefly has just added a huge selection of UMD movies for the PSP...Read more

Sony Pictures Home Entertainment has announced its first multi-disc UMD titles. The videos are: Good Times - The Complete 1st Season (2 UMDs) and Sanford & Son - The 1st Season (3 UMDs). These multi-UMD videos will both be released...

Sony to ship first multi-UMD titles

Paul Sinclair • August 25 2005 • 0 comments

Sony Pictures Home Entertainment has announced its first multi-disc UMD titles. The videos are: Good Times - The Complete 1st Season (2 UMDs) and Sanford & Son -...Read more

A recent survey of 1,000 PSP owners conducted by market researcher Info Plant found that over 60% of the respondents purchased the device within the first three months of its release, and that an average user owns 3.1 titles....

PSP user survey conducted

Paul Sinclair • August 25 2005 • 0 comments

A recent survey of 1,000 PSP owners conducted by market researcher Info Plant found that over 60% of the respondents purchased the device within the first three months...Read more

In Death Jr. you play as the Grim Reaper’s son, trying to save your friends from an eternity of suffering at the hands of Moloch. Armed with his scythe and an arsenal of guns and explosives, Death Jr. will battle...

Death Jr.

Charles Starrett • August 24 2005 • 0 comments

In Death Jr. you play as the Grim Reaper’s son, trying to save your friends from an eternity of suffering at the hands of Moloch. Armed with his...Read more

Several movies were releaed in UMD format for the PSP this week. Among the new titles are: + Snatch + Evil Dead + Halloween + House of 1,000 Corpses + House of the Dead + Layer Cake + Ninja Scroll...

New on UMD this week

Paul Sinclair • August 24 2005 • 0 comments

Several movies were releaed in UMD format for the PSP this week. Among the new titles are: + Snatch + Evil Dead + Halloween + House of 1,000...Read more

Sony Computer Entertainment America has announced Kingdom of Paradise, a new action-RPG that will be released exclusively for the PSP in November. "Players take the role of a young warrior outcast named Shinbu in a vast, living world, developing sword...

Sony to release Kingdom of Paradise

Paul Sinclair • August 24 2005 • 0 comments

Sony Computer Entertainment America has announced Kingdom of Paradise, a new action-RPG that will be released exclusively for the PSP in November. "Players take the role of a...Read more

Now that Sony has released the version 2.0 system software for North American PSP owners, we can finally begin to enjoy the update's new features — and by far the biggest addition is the mobile web browser. We've put together...

PSP 101: Surf the web like a pro

Paul Sinclair • August 24 2005 • 0 comments

Now that Sony has released the version 2.0 system software for North American PSP owners, we can finally begin to enjoy the update's new features — and by...Read more

The North American version of the PSP 2.0 firmware update is now available via the wireless Network Update feature on your PSP. As expected, the 16MB update is nearly identical to the Japanese version released last month. The version 2.0...

PSP 2.0 update now available

Paul Sinclair • August 24 2005 • 0 comments

The North American version of the PSP 2.0 firmware update is now available via the wireless Network Update feature on your PSP. As expected, the 16MB update is...Read more

The placeholder page for the PSP 2.0 firmware update has been removed — but not before sharp-eyed PSPworld readers caught this interesting line hinting that the update will finally be released tomorrow. "An update to the PSP system features was...

PSP 2.0 udpate coming tomorrow?

Paul Sinclair • August 23 2005 • 0 comments

The placeholder page for the PSP 2.0 firmware update has been removed — but not before sharp-eyed PSPworld readers caught this interesting line hinting that the update will...Read more

Following his statements on future PSP expansion earlier this month, Sony Computer Entertainment platform development chief Izumi Kawanishi has revealed more possible PSP plans to Japanese technology Web site ITmedia. While last time it was Web-based game content, downloadable movies,...

PSP to get mouse, keyboard, GPS, Flash

Paul Sinclair • August 23 2005 • 1 comments

Following his statements on future PSP expansion earlier this month, Sony Computer Entertainment platform development chief Izumi Kawanishi has revealed more possible PSP plans to Japanese technology Web...Read more

Wal-Mart.com today inadvertently posted the official boxart for Rockstar's upcoming game Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories. The picture has since been pulled down, but we've got the full size pic for you after the jump. The release date for...

Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories Box Art

Charles Starrett • August 23 2005 • 0 comments

Wal-Mart.com today inadvertently posted the official boxart for Rockstar's upcoming game Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories. The picture has since been pulled down, but we've got the...Read more

The PSP's speakers aren't all that loud - but can Logic3's Sound Grip perform better, and justify it's $34.99 price tag? Find out.

Logic3 Sound Grip for PSP

Charles Starrett • August 23 2005 • 0 comments

When we first got our PSPs, we were really excited to take PS2-level graphics with us wherever we went — but we found out all too quickly that...Read more

Datel today announced its Action Replay MAX for the PSP. The $39.99 product offers the ability to use "PowerSaves" from CodeJunkies and includes a 64MB Action Replay Memory Card, a USB 2.0 cable to connect your PSP to your PC,...

Action Replay for PSP announced

Paul Sinclair • August 23 2005 • 3 comments

Datel today announced its Action Replay MAX for the PSP. The $39.99 product offers the ability to use "PowerSaves" from CodeJunkies and includes a 64MB Action Replay Memory...Read more

Sony has put up a placeholder site that details the list of new features for the North American version of the PSP 2.0 update. Unsurprisingly, the update is nearly identical to the Japanese version released last month. While there is...

PSP 2.0 update placeholder page

Paul Sinclair • August 23 2005 • 0 comments

Sony has put up a placeholder site that details the list of new features for the North American version of the PSP 2.0 update. Unsurprisingly, the update is...Read more

Gamespot has posted previews of three upcoming PSP titles — Need For Speed Most Wanted, Burnout Legends, and X-Men Legends II. Need For Speed Most Wanted: "Electronic Arts' latest entry in the NFS franchise and the follow-up to the PSP...

Gamespot previews upcoming PSP titles

Paul Sinclair • August 23 2005 • 0 comments

Gamespot has posted previews of three upcoming PSP titles — Need For Speed Most Wanted, Burnout Legends, and X-Men Legends II. Need For Speed Most Wanted: "Electronic Arts'...Read more

Sony has broken its silence to state that the long-awaited version 2.0 firmware update will be released this this week. "The PSP Firmware 2.0 Upgrade for the North American market will be available during the week of August 22nd," a...

PSP 2.0 firmware due this week (again)

Paul Sinclair • August 22 2005 • 0 comments

Sony has broken its silence to state that the long-awaited version 2.0 firmware update will be released this this week. "The PSP Firmware 2.0 Upgrade for the North...Read more

ObjectsFusion today announced the launch of PSPStyles, a new online store with a focus on fashion accessories for the PSP. With the launch of the store comes the PSP Skins Collection featuring over 136 different designs, the PSPStyles Silicone for...

PSPStyles offers PSP accessories

Charles Starrett • August 22 2005 • 0 comments

ObjectsFusion today announced the launch of PSPStyles, a new online store with a focus on fashion accessories for the PSP. With the launch of the store comes the...Read more

Sony has created a website for the summer action movie "Stealth" with content formated specifically for the PSP. The site offers two official trailers, a collection of "Caught On Video" clips, and seven scenes from the movie. About "Stealth": "In...

Sony offers 'Stealth' PSP downloads

Paul Sinclair • August 22 2005 • 0 comments

Sony has created a website for the summer action movie "Stealth" with content formated specifically for the PSP. The site offers two official trailers, a collection of "Caught...Read more

MyTego.com is offering a service for creating customized sticker-like skins for the PSP, mobile phones, MP3 players and PDAs. "We are about providing you with tools to help you design custom covers for your device. We are the first company...

Tego customized PSP skins available

Paul Sinclair • August 22 2005 • 0 comments

MyTego.com is offering a service for creating customized sticker-like skins for the PSP, mobile phones, MP3 players and PDAs. "We are about providing you with tools to help...Read more

Despite stating that the version 2.0 firmware update for the U.S. would be "available during the week of August 15," Sony has yet to release the update. The company has already delayed the release of the update once — it...

PSP 2.0 update still MIA

Paul Sinclair • August 21 2005 • 0 comments

Despite stating that the version 2.0 firmware update for the U.S. would be "available during the week of August 15," Sony has yet to release the update. The...Read more

Sega Europe has announced its full game line-up for the holiday season, and confirmed release dates for its two PSP games. The company said that both Virtua Tennis: World Tour and World Snooker Challenge 2005 will be released on September...

Virtua Tennis, Snooker coming Sept. 1

Paul Sinclair • August 19 2005 • 0 comments

Sega Europe has announced its full game line-up for the holiday season, and confirmed release dates for its two PSP games. The company said that both Virtua Tennis:...Read more

Sony's ceramic white PSP is now available for pre-order through the Japanese PlayStation website for 24,800 yen ($225), and through Lik-Sang for $250. As previously reported, the white PSP is only available in a value pack, and comes with an...

White PSP now available for pre-order

Paul Sinclair • August 19 2005 • 0 comments

Sony's ceramic white PSP is now available for pre-order through the Japanese PlayStation website for 24,800 yen ($225), and through Lik-Sang for $250. As previously reported, the white...Read more

Take-Two Interactive today released more details about their forthcoming World Poker Tour game for the PSP. Players in the game will include Erick Lindgren, Evelyn Ng, Lyle Berman, and Phil “The Unabomber” Laak, and the action will take place in...

World Poker Tour details

Charles Starrett • August 18 2005 • 0 comments

Take-Two Interactive today released more details about their forthcoming World Poker Tour game for the PSP. Players in the game will include Erick Lindgren, Evelyn Ng, Lyle Berman,...Read more

The Kor Hotel Group today announced that they are now offering PSP (and PS2) systems to both overnight and day guests as amenities at their Viceroy Santa Monica, Palm Springs, Avalon, and Chamberlain hotels and resorts....

Kor hotels offer PSPs to guests

Charles Starrett • August 18 2005 • 0 comments

The Kor Hotel Group today announced that they are now offering PSP (and PS2) systems to both overnight and day guests as amenities at their Viceroy Santa Monica,...Read more

World Soccer Winning Eleven 9, Konami's newest soccer game, is coming to America and onto the PSP. "World Soccer Winning Eleven 9, which was released in Japan earlier this month and sold more than half a million copies in its...

Winning Eleven 9 coming to PSP

Paul Sinclair • August 18 2005 • 0 comments

World Soccer Winning Eleven 9, Konami's newest soccer game, is coming to America and onto the PSP. "World Soccer Winning Eleven 9, which was released in Japan earlier...Read more

PSP Hardware is offering a Memory Stick to Memory Stick Pro Duo adapter that will let you use the full size Memory Sticks with your PSP. The Memory Stick to Memory Stick Pro Duo adapter are being sold for $25...

Memory Stick PSP adapter available

Paul Sinclair • August 17 2005 • 0 comments

PSP Hardware is offering a Memory Stick to Memory Stick Pro Duo adapter that will let you use the full size Memory Sticks with your PSP. The Memory...Read more

Konami today announced that the PSP port of Ys: The Ark of Napishtim would be delayed until spring of 2006. The game follows hero Adol Christin as he is blown from island to island. Ys was originally slated for release...

Konami delays Ys: The Ark of Napishtim

Charles Starrett • August 17 2005 • 0 comments

Konami today announced that the PSP port of Ys: The Ark of Napishtim would be delayed until spring of 2006. The game follows hero Adol Christin as he...Read more

Following an Electronic Arts media event to show off the company's upcoming PSP lineup, IGN has posted an extensive report on the five new games shown. You can check out their impressions, videos and screenshots for Madden NFL 06, FIFA...

EA shows off upcoming PSP titles

Paul Sinclair • August 17 2005 • 0 comments

Following an Electronic Arts media event to show off the company's upcoming PSP lineup, IGN has posted an extensive report on the five new games shown. You can...Read more

At first, we liked Mercury — it reminded us of Marble Madness. Unfortunately, the nostalgia wore off quickly as more and more difficult stages were revealed.

Archer MacLean's Mercury

Charles Starrett • August 16 2005 • 0 comments

As a portable platform, the PSP was bound to see its share of puzzle games, and three in the first few months of existence seems like a “fair...Read more

Konami today announced that they are now shipping Death Jr. to stores nationwide. The games blends elements from a first-person shooter with the exploration aspects of a third-person platformer. “Death Jr. offers an exciting original experience with fresh new characters...

Death Jr. now shipping

Charles Starrett • August 16 2005 • 0 comments

Konami today announced that they are now shipping Death Jr. to stores nationwide. The games blends elements from a first-person shooter with the exploration aspects of a third-person...Read more

“NYC2123: Dayender” has been issued in a PSP-friendly format, marking the first full-length graphic novel to be released for the PSP. Although only the first chapter (59 frames) of the novel have been released thus far, the authors plan on...

Full-length Graphic Novel for PSP

Charles Starrett • August 16 2005 • 0 comments

“NYC2123: Dayender” has been issued in a PSP-friendly format, marking the first full-length graphic novel to be released for the PSP. Although only the first chapter (59 frames)...Read more

Fox Home Entertainment announced yesterday they will be bringing three more titles to UMD this October. October 4 will bring Never Die Alone and the martial arts flick Ong-Bak: The Thai Warrior. October 18 brings us the original Batman the...

Fox bringing three more to UMD

Charles Starrett • August 16 2005 • 0 comments

Fox Home Entertainment announced yesterday they will be bringing three more titles to UMD this October. October 4 will bring Never Die Alone and the martial arts flick...Read more

Further widening the price gap between the PSP and DS, Nintendo today cut the price of its portable gaming device by $20. Effective August 21, the DS will cost $129.99 — $120 less than the rival PSP. Many industry watchers...

Nintendo drops DS price, Sony to follow?

Paul Sinclair • August 16 2005 • 0 comments

Further widening the price gap between the PSP and DS, Nintendo today cut the price of its portable gaming device by $20. Effective August 21, the DS will...Read more

In addition to Europe, Sony will also launch the PSP in Australia on Septebmer 1, the company has confirmed. Sony said it believes it can sell AU$100 million worth of PSPs in the lead-up to Christmas. Sony Computer Entertainment Australia...

PSP to launch in Australia next month

Paul Sinclair • August 15 2005 • 0 comments

In addition to Europe, Sony will also launch the PSP in Australia on Septebmer 1, the company has confirmed. Sony said it believes it can sell AU$100 million...Read more

IGN has published a first look at the PSP version of the upcoming Star Wars Battlefront II. "The meat of the game is the single-player campaign where players can choose to be a Rebel, Imperial Guard or Mercenary. Each tour...

Star Wars Battlefront II first look

Paul Sinclair • August 15 2005 • 0 comments

IGN has published a first look at the PSP version of the upcoming Star Wars Battlefront II. "The meat of the game is the single-player campaign where players...Read more

One individual has apparently managed to run Windows 95 and Linux on his PSP by porting the open source x86 emulator Bochs to the device. "Windows 95 actually runs quite well but don't expect it to be a speed demon....

Windows 95, Linux on PSP

Paul Sinclair • August 13 2005 • 0 comments

One individual has apparently managed to run Windows 95 and Linux on his PSP by porting the open source x86 emulator Bochs to the device. "Windows 95 actually...Read more

According to a message posted on the official Sony PSP message boards, the version 2.0 PSP firmware for North America will be released next week, instead of today as was previously announced. From the message: “The PSP Firmware 2.0 Upgrade...

U.S. PSP 2.0 firmware delayed

Charles Starrett • August 12 2005 • 0 comments

According to a message posted on the official Sony PSP message boards, the version 2.0 PSP firmware for North America will be released next week, instead of today...Read more

The Official PlayStation Magazine has a new feature article entitled "What's Up With The PSP?", in which the publication wonders if enthusiasm for the PSP is dwindling or if it's just a slow sales period. "The PSP has traveled the...

OPM asks 'What's up with the PSP?'

Paul Sinclair • August 12 2005 • 0 comments

The Official PlayStation Magazine has a new feature article entitled "What's Up With The PSP?", in which the publication wonders if enthusiasm for the PSP is dwindling or...Read more

A lot of the leather PSP cases we’ve reviewed have been similar, but this is the first to supposedly be from the same OEM as another. The MisticAudio OTG PSP Case has some similarities and some differences with its French...

MisticAudio OTG PSP Case

Charles Starrett • August 11 2005 • 0 comments

A lot of the leather PSP cases we’ve reviewed have been similar, but this is the first to supposedly be from the same OEM as another. The MisticAudio...Read more

Namco has announced Bounty Hounds, a new third-person PSP shooter with a "heavy emphasis on combat" and more than 500 different weapons, armor, and items for players to use. The sci-fi-themed game will also take advantage of the PSP's wireless...

Namco announces Bounty Hounds

Paul Sinclair • August 11 2005 • 0 comments

Namco has announced Bounty Hounds, a new third-person PSP shooter with a "heavy emphasis on combat" and more than 500 different weapons, armor, and items for players to...Read more

Izumi Kawanishi, head of SCE software platform development, recently gave an interview to Japanese gaming magazine Famitsu in which he discussed some of the functionality that is hopefully coming in future firmware updates. Kawanishi mentioned the ability to use the...

Sony talks future PSP functionality

Charles Starrett • August 11 2005 • 0 comments

Izumi Kawanishi, head of SCE software platform development, recently gave an interview to Japanese gaming magazine Famitsu in which he discussed some of the functionality that is hopefully...Read more

Noreve today introduced its Leather Keeper UMD disk and Memory Stick case. The black leather case has eight UMD disk slots, four Memory Stick slots, and a zipper closure. The Noreve Leather Keeper is available immediately for €26....

Noreve debuts leather UMD case

Paul Sinclair • August 10 2005 • 0 comments

Noreve today introduced its Leather Keeper UMD disk and Memory Stick case. The black leather case has eight UMD disk slots, four Memory Stick slots, and a zipper...Read more

SOCOM: U.S. Navy Seals Fireteam Bravo will be released on Nov. 8, according to GameSpot. The military shooter will feature 14 different missions, the greatly anticipated Wi-Fi multiplayer mode, and will sync via USB to the upcoming SOCOM III PS2...

SOCOM: Fireteam Bravo coming Nov. 8

Charles Starrett • August 10 2005 • 0 comments

SOCOM: U.S. Navy Seals Fireteam Bravo will be released on Nov. 8, according to GameSpot. The military shooter will feature 14 different missions, the greatly anticipated Wi-Fi multiplayer...Read more

While the console versions of Madden NFL 06 were released today, PSP gamers will have to wait until next month. The newest iteration of EA's football franchise will be released for the PSP on September 20. "In its 16th year...

Madden NFL 06 for PSP coming Sept. 20

Paul Sinclair • August 9 2005 • 0 comments

While the console versions of Madden NFL 06 were released today, PSP gamers will have to wait until next month. The newest iteration of EA's football franchise will...Read more

As part of their on-going PSP promotions, Coca-Cola Japan will be releasing Coke-related downloads for the game Wipeout Pure, including new vehicles. It is unclear whether or not the downloads, which will be available starting August 11, will be made...

Coke releasing Wipeout Pure downloads

Charles Starrett • August 9 2005 • 0 comments

As part of their on-going PSP promotions, Coca-Cola Japan will be releasing Coke-related downloads for the game Wipeout Pure, including new vehicles. It is unclear whether or not...Read more

Intec today introduced two new PSP accessories, the Recharging Dock Station with USB charge cable and the Sound System for PSP. The dock station features LED status lights and the option of using either USB or the AC adapter to...

Intec intros new PSP accessories

Charles Starrett • August 9 2005 • 0 comments

Intec today introduced two new PSP accessories, the Recharging Dock Station with USB charge cable and the Sound System for PSP. The dock station features LED status lights...Read more

The Code Junkies online store is now offering a PSP replacement battery that has double the capacity of the standard PSP battery. The 3600 mAh X2 battery features lithium-polymer technology and is priced at $50. "Double the power, double the...

X2 battery doubles PSP playtime

Paul Sinclair • August 8 2005 • 0 comments

The Code Junkies online store is now offering a PSP replacement battery that has double the capacity of the standard PSP battery. The 3600 mAh X2 battery features...Read more

Well-known Asian video game importer Lik-Sang said today that Sony Computer Entertainment has begun legal actions against the company in the High Court of Hong Kong for selling PSP consoles to UK customers. Lik-Sang's official statement on the matter can...

Lik-Sang sued by Sony over PSP sales

Paul Sinclair • August 8 2005 • 0 comments

Well-known Asian video game importer Lik-Sang said today that Sony Computer Entertainment has begun legal actions against the company in the High Court of Hong Kong for selling...Read more

Xbox365 has posted some screenshots demonstrating the connectivity between the PSP and Microsoft's forthcoming Xbox 360. The screens show the Xbox accessing both music and pictures directly from the PSP via USB. No further details have been published....

PSP on Xbox 360 pics posted

Charles Starrett • August 7 2005 • 0 comments

Xbox365 has posted some screenshots demonstrating the connectivity between the PSP and Microsoft's forthcoming Xbox 360. The screens show the Xbox accessing both music and pictures directly from...Read more

In Smart Bomb, players are faced with a series of 3D puzzles based around diffusing AI bombs. Gamers have to deal with a series of bomb modules split into tiers and each tier must be disabled to unlock the next....

Smart Bomb

Charles Starrett • August 5 2005 • 0 comments

In Smart Bomb, players are faced with a series of 3D puzzles based around diffusing AI bombs. Gamers have to deal with a series of bomb modules split...Read more

Sega brain teaser coming to PSP

Paul Sinclair • August 5 2005 • 0 comments

Following a similar Nintendo DS title, Touhoku College's Ryuuta Kawashima, a researcher who deals with brain imaging, is now working on a PSP game — Sega's Nouryoku Trainer...Read more

GTACentral.com has a round up of the various expected release dates for Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories for the PSP. Of note, Gamespot recently said that the game will be available on September 1, in time for the launch...

GTA: Liberty City Stories release date?

Paul Sinclair • August 5 2005 • 0 comments

GTACentral.com has a round up of the various expected release dates for Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories for the PSP. Of note, Gamespot recently said that the...Read more

Codemasters announced today that its two new PSP racing titles — Colin McRae Rally 2005 Plus and TOCA Race Driver 2 — will be released on September 1, 2005 to coincide with the European launch of the PSP. "Colin McRae...

Colin McRae, TOCA for PSP on Sept. 1

Paul Sinclair • August 4 2005 • 0 comments

Codemasters announced today that its two new PSP racing titles — Colin McRae Rally 2005 Plus and TOCA Race Driver 2 — will be released on September 1,...Read more

Vibe reports that rap mogul Russell Simmons will be helping to bling out the PSP this holiday season. "Russell Simmons' jewelry company, Simmons Jewelry Co., has included a $35,000 PSP case in his line of fine men's jewelry, according to...

Russell Simmons pimps the PSP

Paul Sinclair • August 4 2005 • 0 comments

Vibe reports that rap mogul Russell Simmons will be helping to bling out the PSP this holiday season. "Russell Simmons' jewelry company, Simmons Jewelry Co., has included a...Read more

Brando has announced the addition of several new PSP accessories including: 3-in-1 Charger for PSP, PSP Samrt Charging Dock, 3rd Party PSP Headphone with remote control, and Datel PSP Battery Charger....

Brando offers new PSP gear

Paul Sinclair • August 3 2005 • 0 comments

Brando has announced the addition of several new PSP accessories including: 3-in-1 Charger for PSP, PSP Samrt Charging Dock, 3rd Party PSP Headphone with remote control, and Datel...Read more

A transcript from an in-depth PSM article on Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories has been posted online. "Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories is exactly what you'd expect from a GTA game, only portable. Guns? Check. Carjacking? Check. A...

GTA: Liberty City Stories hands-on

Paul Sinclair • August 2 2005 • 0 comments

A transcript from an in-depth PSM article on Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories has been posted online. "Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories is exactly what you'd...Read more

Sony has announced that it will release the version 2.0 firmware update for American PSPs on August 12, 2005. Like the Japanese 2.0 update, the U.S. version brings several major enhancements, including a new web browser, new audio and video...

Sony to release U.S. 2.0 update next week

Paul Sinclair • August 1 2005 • 0 comments

Sony has announced that it will release the version 2.0 firmware update for American PSPs on August 12, 2005. Like the Japanese 2.0 update, the U.S. version brings...Read more

Classic Pack I for Wipeout Pure was released today in North America for download via the game's built-in browser or from the game's website. Classic Pack I features two new tracks, Odyssa Keys and Altima VII, the Goteki 45 FX300...

Wipeout Pure Classic Pack I released

Charles Starrett • August 1 2005 • 0 comments

Classic Pack I for Wipeout Pure was released today in North America for download via the game's built-in browser or from the game's website. Classic Pack I features...Read more

Namco has unveiled Portable Resort, a new title for the PSP that the developer is calling an "entertainment tool" rather than a game. "The concept of Portable Resort involves the player freely spending time on a beautiful tropical island. You'll...

Turn your PSP into a portable resort

Paul Sinclair • August 1 2005 • 0 comments

Namco has unveiled Portable Resort, a new title for the PSP that the developer is calling an "entertainment tool" rather than a game. "The concept of Portable Resort...Read more

The eagerly anticipated Star Wars Battlefront II from LucasArts will be released for the PSP on November 1, 2005. "Star Wars Battlefront II adds all-new space combat, playable Jedi characters, and never-before-seen environments straight out of Star Wars: Episode III...

Star Wars Battlefront II for PSP

Paul Sinclair • August 1 2005 • 0 comments

The eagerly anticipated Star Wars Battlefront II from LucasArts will be released for the PSP on November 1, 2005. "Star Wars Battlefront II adds all-new space combat, playable...Read more

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