Sony PSP September 2005

New Line UMD Movie Giveaway

PSPworld is giving away 5 UMD movies courtesy of New Line Cinema. The movies, which won't be in stores until October 4th, include: "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre," "Elf," "The Butterfly Effect," "Freddy Vs. Jason" and "Secondhand Lions." To enter to win the UMD movie collection, simply post in this thread... [Full Story]

Bonus Points: NYC Subway, Home-made PSPs, MS Micro M2, White PSP AD

+ PSP owner Dave Horowitz has created a hi-res PSP-formatted map of the NYC subway system. + Engadget Spanish has posted pics of entires for a home-made PSP contest, including PSPs made of paper mache, Legos, and candy (site in Spanish). [via Joystiq] + Sony and SanDisk today unveiled the... [Full Story]

Analyst expects hard drive-equipped PSP

Sony's next generation PSP may integrate a tiny hard drive to store music and videos, a pair of Wall Street analysts said this week. In a research note obtained by PSPworld, Piper Jaffray analysts Anthony Gikas and Stephanie Wissink said that Sony may launch the new PSP as soon as... [Full Story]

Sony to crack down on PSP hacks

Sony says that it is readying another update to the PSP firmware to fix a recently disclosed bug that lets users downgrade the PSP software and run their own homebrew code on the device. "It is not...what the device was designed for," said Patrick Seybold, a spokesman for Sony Computer... [Full Story]

LOAD PSP magazine premiere issue

LOAD magazine’s premiere issue was released today. The 120-page electronic magazine is formatted to be read on the PSP and features reviews, coverage of the PSP’s European launch, CG, and TGS, a DV-to-PSP how-to guide, and more content. A “Media Edition” also includes a couple of music tracks. The magazine... [Full Story]

Apple II emulator for PSP released

Team XOS today released an Apple II computer emulator for PSP. The emulator uses the homebrew exploits available through v1.5 of the PSP firmware. In order to downgrade a PSP already running v2.0 of the firmware, try reading the how-to that was posted yesterday on AfterDawn. The Apple II was... [Full Story]

Memory Stick Duo to Compact Flash converter

Neo Flash has created a PSP adapter that allows you to use Compact Flash memory cards with your PSP. "If you’ve a penchant for raw circuitry then check out this prototype PSP Memory Stick Duo to Compact Flash converter," says Joystiq. "It doesn’t get much raw than this, with the... [Full Story]

Prince of Persia PSP officially announced

Following Monday's report, Ubisoft has now officially announced that a Prince of Persia title is in the works for the PSP. The game is being developed by Pipeworks, and features original content such as additional puzzles, new maps and redesigned levels. The title will hit stores this December.... [Full Story]

PSP 2.0 to 1.50 downgrade guide

AfterDawn has posted an article on how to downgrade your PSP from version 2.0 firmware to version 1.50. "This guide was written with intent of making it a little easier for new PSP users to downgrade to 1.50 to run legal homebrew apps," explains the site. "This is not a... [Full Story]

SOCOM: US Navy Seals Fireteam Bravo

PSPworld Exclusive: An anonymous PSPworld reader has sent in a first look report at the Public Beta for the upcoming PSP SOCOM title, including details about the controls, online play, graphics, and screenshots of the online interface. SOCOM US Navy Seals Fireteam Bravo is expected to ship November 8 and... [Full Story]

Prince of Persia for PSP coming

Ubisoft has revealed details and screens for its upcoming Prince of Persia game for the PSP. The title is expected to ship in December. "The game's story will revolve around the heroic prince's race to save his own life in the wake of his time-traveling exploits in Prince of Persia:... [Full Story]

Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories Weapons Guide

IGN has posted an article featuring the myriad of weapons that will be available in Rockstar's forthcoming Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories. Also featured in the article is a description of the targeting system that has been developed to take advantage of the PSP's controls. The right shoulder button... [Full Story]

PSP 2.0 software cracked

The latest version of Sony's PSP system firmware has been cracked by a programmer, which will predictably lead to homebrew development as was the case with the older PSP software. Joystiq reports: "Some clever fellow has managed to figure out a buffer overflow condition for Sony’s PlayStation Portable device. This... [Full Story]

Burnout Legends

While it was released around the same time as the new console game Burnout Revenge, Burnout Legends is not a port. It is a mix of elements from the first three Burnout titles, with a few PSP-specific modes and unlockables added. The series is known for its fast-paced, reckless driving... [Full Story]

O'Reilly releasing 'PSP Hacks' book

O'Reilly will be publishing a new technical book on the PSP. Written by C.K. Sample, PSP Hacks will feature 80 hacks, tweaks, tricks, and how-tos for customizing your PSP and taking full advantage of features, capabilities, and functionality. The title will retail for $25... [Full Story]

Rockstar brings low-rider film to UMD

Rockstar is to bring their original documentary Sunday Driver directly to UMD, reports 1UP. The film, directed by Carol Strong, chronicles The Majestics, a low-rider club based in the Compton area of Southern California. "Our goal was to create a film with the same cutting edge, uncompromising cinematic content that... [Full Story]

Metal Gear Acid 2 "Solid Eye" image

Japanese site Asahi.com has leaked a pic of the "Solid Eye" attachment that will ship with the forthcoming Konami title Metal Gear Acid 2 title. Accoring to earlier reports, the attachment will be necessary to view certain portions of the game in 3D. A larger picture of the attachment can... [Full Story]

Tiger Woods PGA Tour 06 ships Sept. 26

In a press release touting the release of the console and PC versions of Tiger Woods PGA Tour 06, EA announced the game will ship for the PSP on September 26. The game will feature a new Rivals singleplayer mode that challenges you to go up against some of golfing's... [Full Story]

Replacement PSP LCDs for $73

PSPCrazy is now offering Do-It-Yourself PSP LCD replacements for $73 including shipping. Apparently the LCDs come from PSPs that were purchased and then stripped for spare parts, and installation is pretty much certain to void your warranty. Lik-Sang has some instructions for LCD removal posted, and the procedure looks pretty... [Full Story]

Newsweek: UMD format takes off

Newsweek has interesting article on the major movie studios receiving an unexpected boost from Sony's UMD disc format. In addition to praising the UMD and the PSP for creating another avenue for video sales, the article notes that there are approximately 150 UMD movies available for the PSP, with more... [Full Story]

Green Day Live UMD coming

Reprise Records today announced the upcoming release of Green Day’s live performance UMD, “Bullet In A Bible.” Directed by Samuel Bayer, “Bullet” documents the two biggest shows of Green Day’s career — playing to more than 130,000 at London’s Milton Keynes National Bowl earlier this year. The UMD will feature... [Full Story]

Madden NFL 06 Ships

EA today announced that they have shipped Madden NFL 06 for PSP to stores nationwide. Madden features 18 mini games, 10 exclusive to the PSP, wireless multiplayer with both ad hoc and infrastructure modes, and the ability to transfer franchise information from your PS2 copy of Madden, so you can... [Full Story]

Kroo PSP IIskin Pouch

As the market for PSP accessories grows, more and more manufacturers are coming out with silicone cases — and Kroo is joining the fray with their IIskin Pouch. Available in several colors — smoke, white, light green, navy blue, light purple, and hot pink — Kroo is once again targeting... [Full Story]

Need For Speed Most Wanted 5-1-0

EA announced today that Need For Speed Most Wanted's official title has been expanded to Need For Speed Most Wanted 5-1-0. The game will feature four-player wireless support via ad hoc, more than 140 different events to enter, and more than 160 performance upgrades for your rides. Need For Speed... [Full Story]

FRANTIX now available

Sony announced today that FRANTIX is now available in stores nationwide. FRANTIX, a character-based puzzler, features more than 180 levels and four playable characters. “FRANTIX is a unique puzzle-solving adventure unlike anything currently available on the PSP system,” said Chris Sturr, senior brand manager, Sony Online Entertainment. “It’s a great... [Full Story]

SkipJam offers PSP home control

SkipJam, a leading provider of home media networking solutions, has announced support for the PSP. "Using the PSP's browser and internet connection, SkipJam iMedia users can now control any device in their home. The SkipJam iMedia software provides custom web pages which allow the PSP to function as a wireless... [Full Story]

SOE announces Untold Legends sequel

Sony Online Entertainment (SOE) has announced Untold Legends: The Warrior's Code, a sequel to the popular PSP role-playing game Untold Legends: Brotherhood of the Blade. The new title is slated for release in the first quarter of 2006 and offers an evolutionary interactive combat engine, new 3D enhanced graphics, special... [Full Story]

SLAPPA HardBody PSP Daily Case

SLAPPA today introduced the HardBody PSP Daily Case. The Hardbody features xEVA outer shell with a patent pvc design, a water resistant zipper, an adjustable velcro strap and carabiner for ease in transport, and storage room for 2 UMDs, headphones and the remote. The HardBody PSP Daily Case from SLAPPA... [Full Story]

Namco Museum Battle Collection

Namco has a legendary back catalog of arcade games, and this collection houses the cream of the crop from the 1980s. For $40, you'll get more than 20 beloved arcade classics and remakes. Among the extensive list are: Pac-Man, Ms. Pac-Man, Galaxian, King & Balloon, Galaga, Rally-X, New Rally-X, Bosconian,... [Full Story]

Sony shows PSP games at TGS 2005

1UP has posted a report on all of the 1st party PSP titles on display at Sony's booth at the 2005 Tokyo Game Show. Games shown included: F1 05, Bleach: Heat The Soul 2, Fukufuku no Shima, Piposaru Academy 2 (aka Ape Escape Academy 2), Monster Kingdom: Jewel Summoner, Loco... [Full Story]

GripShift now available

Sony yesterday announced the arrival in stores of it’s stunt-driving puzzler, GripShift. The game features two main modes, plus eight bonus games and customizable levels. “Combining various elements of platform, puzzle, and driving action in a unique gaming experience, GripShift offers gamers pedal-to-the-metal driving action, unique puzzle-solving challenges, wireless multiplayer... [Full Story]

Madden 06 PSP site launched

EA has launched an official site for Madden 06 for the PSP. In-game footage from Madden is available on the site, shown in a mock-up of the PSP. Also announced was a launch party to be held at the San Francisco Sony Metreon on September 21, the day the game... [Full Story]

SOE announces Field Commander for PSP

Sony Online Entertainment (SOE) has announced Field Commander, a new turn-based military strategy game exclusively for the PSP. The title is scheduled to be available in late February 2006. "Players will take the role of a Field Commander working for an independent organization established by the Allied Nations to defend... [Full Story]

GTA: Liberty City Stories Preview

IGN has posted a three-page preview of and a trailer for the forthcoming Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories. The game has been built from the ground up to take advantage of the PSP’s hardware, and development on the game has been going on for two years. The story follows... [Full Story]

Pret a PSP Gallery Posted

Our friends over at Gizmodo have posted a gallery of all the different cases shown at the Pret a PSP event on Saturday, including cases from Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein, Fendi, Anna Sui, and Missy Elliott for Adidas. Most of the cases are expected to go on sale in Europe... [Full Story]

Metal Gear Acid 2 3D peripheral revealed

In the latest Famitsu magazine, Metal Gear Acid 2 director Shinta Nojiri revealed that the game would include a peripheral that you attach to the PSP to see portions of the game in 3D. Nojiri also revealed that the game will feature a completely new storyline and a new heroine... [Full Story]

Sony unveils Talkman PSP add-on

Sony has announced the Talkman, a new PSP accessory that enables users to interact with certain games with their voice. There's no word on availability outside of Japan. "It would have been a bit difficult for them to rock an EyeToy for the PSP (though we know they did have... [Full Story]

White PSP now available

Sony's ceramic white PSP was released today in Japan. As previously reported, the white PSP is only available in a value pack, and comes with an AC adapter, battery pack, 32MB Memory Stick Duo, headphones, hand strap, and a matching white soft carrying case. There has been no official announcement... [Full Story]

Kroo Deluxe Leather Case

As the fifth PDA-style leather case we’ve reviewed, the Kroo Sony PSP Deluxe Leather Case obviously has a lot of company — and some tough competition. Although placed on the lower end of the price range, the case gained immediate recognition for the various colors it is available in —... [Full Story]

Bonus Points: iTrip PSP, PS2 recall, Gallery Fake, USB PSP Keyboard

+ An industrious gamer has managed to get an iTrip mini working inside his PSP. [via Kotaku] + Sony has issued a recall of certain AC adaptors sold with its slimline PS2. + The official site for the upcoming Japanese anime game Gallery Fake has gone online. + Pics of... [Full Story]

Cellboost for PSP unveiled

Compact Power Systems today announced the Cellboost for PSP portable power solution. The Cellboost for PSP offers gamers an extra 2 hours of playing time, by connecting to the PSP's power port and securing itself to the strap holder on the other end. The Cellboost for PSP is meant for... [Full Story]

GameDR accessories for PSP

Earlier this week Digital Innovations announced a new line of PSP accessories, including the GameDR Glare Shield for PSP. The Glare Shield screws into the top of the PSP, sitting at a 45 degree angle during gameplay to block the sun and other reflections, and then snaps closed over the... [Full Story]

MediEvil Resurrection in stores

Sony Computer Entertainment America today announced the release of MediEvil Resurrection exclusively for the PSP. The action-adventure game is inspired by the myths, characters, and environments of the popular PlayStation franchise that encompasses a gothic adventure, coupled with bizarre comical humor. "In MediEvil Resurrection, players follow the role of Sir... [Full Story]

Burnout Legends Ships

EA today announced that Burnout Legends has shipped to retailers across North America. Burnout Legends is based on updated versions of the best moments from Burnout, Burnout 2: Point of Impact and Burnout 3: Takedown, with new gameplay and new cars. The PSP version of Legends features eight gameplay modes,... [Full Story]

Sony offers 2GB Memory Stick Pro Duo

Sony today announced a new 2GB Memory Stick Pro Duo memory card, which will sell for around $200. The MSX-M2GS will soon be available, but can be pre-ordered now from Sony's online store, sonystyle.com. No exact release date was given.... [Full Story]

Stealth Movie/Game Hybrid UMD coming

Sony today announced that the movie Stealth will be released on UMD with an exclusive version of Wipeout Pure. Wipeout Pure: Stealth Edition will feature three tracks, three crafts and three player modes, including a multi-player option with up to four players. This special Stealth UMD will be released on... [Full Story]

Sony DVR offers PSP-compatible video

Sony has announced a new digital video recorder (DVR) that can transfer MPEG-4 videos directly to the PSP without an encoding process. "The Sony RDR-AX75 can store MPEG-4 videos (H.264 encoding) on its 250GB hard drive and burn them to Dual-Layers DVDs, but what really sets it apart is that... [Full Story]

Sony to announce new business strategy

Sony said today that it would announced a long-awaited restructuring plan on Sept. 22, aimed at turning around the struggling electronics and entertainment giant. "Sony had said it would announce a new strategy in late September to reallocate resources, suggesting it would look to trim its product lineup or downsize... [Full Story]

GTA: Liberty City Stories site goes live

The official website for Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories is now live. The site features new game details, screenshots, and the first trailer for the game (QuickTime and Windows media format). Rock Star has also finally confirmed the release date for the title. Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories... [Full Story]

The Hustle: Detroit Streets announced

Activision has teamed up with Blade Interactive Studios to publish The Hustle: Detroit Streets, a new PSP game that will let gamers test their pool skills. "As an unknown billiards player, down on luck and out of money, a player must make a name for himself by becoming the top... [Full Story]