Sony PSP March 2006

WWE SmackDown vs. RAW 2007 coming to PSP

THQ today announced that WWE SmackDown vs. RAW 2007 is in development for the PSP, in addition to PS3, PS2, and Xbox 360. The title is expected to make its debut on both current and next generation gaming systems beginning this fall.... [Full Story]

PSP Blue Light Cable

Combining both a power and data cord into one USB-compatible cable, the PSP Blue Light Charging & Data Cable features a simple USB connector one one end and PSP-compatible USB and AC plugs on the other. Along with this, the cable features bright, blue LEDs at all three ends of... [Full Story]

'Proper' Silent Hill to be released on PSP

Konami appears to be working on a Silent Hill game for the PSP, according to a report by 1UP. The game is said to be a "proper" Silent Hill game, as opposed to the previously announced Silent Hill Experience. The game could simply be a previously rumored remake of the... [Full Story]

Universal, Paramount end UMD production

Both Universal and Paramount have pulled out of the UMD business, along with Image. According to The Hollywood Reporter, both 20th Century Fox and Buena Vista Home Entertainment are also cutting back production of the PSP-only movie releases.... [Full Story]

New PSP magazine coming, playable UMD included

Future will begin publishing a bi-monthly PSP magazine next month, titled Official PSP Guidebook. It goes on sale April 27, and the magazine will feature a cover-mounted UMD disc containing playable demos of new PSP titles. Future is also the publisher of PlayStation World and PSM2. No pricing details have... [Full Story]

A look at the PSP and DS, one year later

In recognition of the one-year anniversary of the PSP's North American launch, 1UP has posted an article looking at the successes and failures of both handhelds through their first full year of competition. While the DS enjoys a large lead in units sold in Japan, it seems to be in... [Full Story]

Vice City Stories next for PSP?

New applications filed with the US Patent Office indicate that the name of the next installment in Rockstar's PSP line of Grand Theft Auto games will carry the title Vice City Stories. This would make quite a bit of sense, since it would mirror the order that was used on... [Full Story]

PSPworld and Lik-Sang PSP Birthday Giveaway

The PSP was released in North America one year ago today. To celebrate, PSPworld and Lik-Sang are happy to announce their “PSP 1st Birthday” contest. The contest is simple — since the PSP can't do its birthday wishing itself, we need you to tell us what you'd like to see... [Full Story]

PSP keyboard, cell phone patents filed

Sony has filed patents for with USPTO for a keyboard add-on and a cell phone attachment for the PSP. Engadget reports: "In two filings dated November 10, 2004 (and made public in late February 2006 and only three days ago, respectively), a gaggle of Sony designers submitted applications for both... [Full Story]

Japanese PSP ads targeting women

New Japanese ads for Sony's PSP seem to target a female audience. Titled "Good Morning, PSP" and Good Night, PSP" the ads feature a woman going through her normal morning and night routines, such as vacuuming and eating, all while taking advantage of the PSP's gaming and multimedia capabilities. No... [Full Story]

Splinter Cell Essentials

The Splinter Cell series makes its way to the PSP System in Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell Essentials. Developed specifically for the PSP, Splinter Cell Essentials takes you into the Splinter Cell saga, uncovering untold stories of Sam Fisher's past through all-new missions and objectives. The game features all the weapons and... [Full Story]

$199 PSP in stores today

Sony has released a new PlayStation Portable hardware package, including only the PSP, battery, and AC adapter. The new pack is in stores now at a price of $199. Sony announced last week that the pack would be available today, being sold along side the $249 Value Pack. This is... [Full Story]

iPhono mini for PSP

The iPhono mini for PSP from Bluetake allows for wireless transmission of audio from the PSP to a wireless set of headphones. The iPhono mini comes in PSP matching black, fits along the bottom of the PSP, and also features one-button pairing with other Bluetooth devices.... [Full Story]

Portable software market could grow 140%

In the latest issue of the Video Game Journal, analysts Jason Kraft and Chris Kwak take a look at possible earnings for several game publishers from '06 to 2010. In this report, they state that "portable software revenue could grow over 140%." Stating that the industry also now has two... [Full Story]

UK bus driver fired for playing PSP on the job

Bus driver Steve Allcock has been fired from his job at Blackburn Transport because he was playing his PSP while driving. Passengers heard the sounds of Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories coming from the front of the bus during pauses at bus stops and traffic lights, and occasionally while... [Full Story]

Tokobot

Every now and again a game lands on my desk that I have absolutely no pre-conceptions about, indeed I'd only heard about this game days before thanks to a phone call from a rather enthusiastic PR guy. 'I think you're really going to enjoy this, it's really original'. While it's... [Full Story]

Lemmings heading to the PSP this May

Sony has announced that the classic puzzle game Lemmings will be coming to the PSP. First published in 1991, the game involves getting certain Lemmings to perform tasks so that the entire group can reach their goal safely. This PSP version will include over 20 all-new puzzles created specifically for... [Full Story]

Report: Microsoft readying PSP, iPod killer

Further confirmation was published today that Microsoft is designing a new product that will combine video games, music and video in one handheld device.... [Full Story]

Analyst: PSP becoming 'true network appliance'

Paul Jackson of Forrester reasearch says this week's announcement of a PSP camera and GPS unit will make the device a "true network appliance." Jackson writes: "The PlayStation Portable will become a true network appliance. In addition to announcing a price reduction on the PSP to $199 that kicks in... [Full Story]

Sony launches new value packs with games included

Sony has announced new PSP Value Packs in Europe, each with a different box design based on the game included. The new packs, which include a choice of Medievil, Pursuit Force, WRC, Wipeout Pure, and Ridge Racer, will sell for around 250 Euros. There has been no word on whether... [Full Story]

PSP iTrip, iFM, SmartShare

Griffin Technology's announcement of its new line of PSP gear didn't catch us too off guard. Paul Griffin, the company's CEO, had revealed product plans and renderings exclusively to PSP World way back in November. Since then, we've been anxiously awaiting the finished products. Our wait is over today. The... [Full Story]

Griffin introduces new line of PSP accessories

Well-known iPod accessory maker Griffin Technology has introduced its first products for the PSP. The new gear includes the iTrip PSP FM transmitter, the iFM PSP radio tuner and remote control, and the SmartShare PSP headphone splitter. The products should be on store shelves later this month. PSP World has... [Full Story]

PSP gets PSone downloads, emulator

In addition to the announcement of the $199 PSP, EyeToy camera and GPS attachments, Ken Kutaragi also covered some upcoming software enhancements to the PSP, as well as an official PSone emulator complete with downloads of legacy titles over the internet.... [Full Story]

Sony announces $199 PSP, USB camera

Sony Computer Entertainment America has announced a new PSP hardware package that will sell for $199.99. The base unit, which will be available on March 22, will only come with an AC adaptor and battery, dropping extra accessories found in the PSP Value Pack. The company also announced that it... [Full Story]

New movies released on UMD this week

Several movies will be released in UMD format for the PSP this week. Among the new titles are: American Psycho: Uncut, Crimson Tide, Ice Age, Remember the Titans, Saturday Night Live: The Best Of Mike Myers, and Submarine 707 Revolution: The Movie.... [Full Story]

Sony intros new Memory Stick Player/Recorder

Sony has announced its new MSVR-A10 Memory Stick reader and recorder. The device, which sells for $215, and records 320x240 H.264/MPEG-4 video directly to Memory Stick. This video is PSP-ready, and can also be viewed using the device. No word yet on whether Sony plans to bring the recorder to... [Full Story]

PSP2 features confirmed, coming this Christmas?

Following PSP World's exclusive report last month, Ain't It Cool News says that it has confirmed the PSP2 features and says that it will be released around Christmas this year. The site reports: "Seems Sony’s current internal plans call for a release of a refitted PSP around Christmas this year.... [Full Story]

Studio exec unhappy with many PSP developers

President Didier Malenfant of the studio Ready At Dawn, which is releasing its first game Daxter this week, claims that studios and developers for the PSP need to stop making excuses for their games.... [Full Story]

Crackdown on PSP hacks is Microsoft's gain

Microsoft's new Origami device may be a big hit with the gadget fans who were shut down by Sony. "When Sony released the PSP, a community of users deciphered and altered the device's firmware, not out of a desire to hack maliciously but to increase the PSP's functionality," says Paul... [Full Story]

Me & My Katamari

The popular Katamari franchise is making its portable debut on the PSP this month. Me and My Katamari includes a variety of new, exciting features including Ad Hoc wireless play for up to four people on the PSP system, an island-themed interface and improved customization options for player characters to... [Full Story]

Controversial PSP ads removed

A PSP ad telling readers to "Take a running jump here" has been removed by British subway group Metrolink for going "completely against all our safety messages." The poster ad follows several incidents in recent months where people have been hit by Metrolink trains. The ad in question was the... [Full Story]

Sony releases new PSP content pack

Sony this week released a new, free downloadable content pack for the PSP. The pack includes game trailers for Field Commander, Pursuit Force, and Daxter, music from The Con, exclusive wallpaper for Daxter, MLB 06, Neopets, and a March Calendar. Also included is a Now Playing on UMD feature from... [Full Story]

Rockstar readying GTA: Liberty City Stories PS2 port

Take-Two Interactive CFO Paul Eibeler says the PSP-to-PS2 port of Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories is nearly finished and that it will cost less than it does for the PSP. During a conference call with analysts, Eibeler hinted that the PS2 Liberty City Stories won't be that much different... [Full Story]

Atom Films To Go offers video downloads for PSP

Atom Films recently launched its Atom Films To Go section, which provides PSP and iPod users with a number digital videos that can be downloaded for free. You'll find short-form comedies, animations, dramas and more in PSP format.... [Full Story]

Guilty Gear Judgement

Guilty Gear Judgment is an upgraded version of the Japanese PSP game Guilty Gear X2 #Reload. The game will feature fast paced arcade fighting as well as delve into a new side-scrolling adventure mode featuring 20 Guilty Gear characters and 18 different levels of beat-em-up action. Both the 1-on-1 fighting... [Full Story]

Me and My Katamari goes gold, PSP pouch offered

Namco Bandai Games today announced that Me and My Katamari has gone gold for the PSP. Shipping later this month, the award-winning Katamari franchise makes its portable debut and features "a cast of zany characters, inviting graphics and utterly addicting gameplay that fans of the series have come to know... [Full Story]

New movies on UMD this week

Several movies will be released in UMD format for the PSP this week. Among the new titles are: Boyz 'N The Hood, Cannibal: The Musical, The Hills Have Eyes, Jarhead, Metropolis, Near Dark, The Toxic Avenger, and Troma Team Video.... [Full Story]

Mortal Kombat: Unchained

Midway's Mortal Kombat has been the bloody champ of fighting games for years. Now it's making its debut on the PSP. Mortal Kombat: Unchained takes the series to the next level with multiple fatalities per character, interactive backgrounds, and new game modes. For the first time in the Mortal Kombat... [Full Story]

Gamexpert PSP Dock

Gamexpert's 2.1 Speaker Docking Station with Remote Control is the first PSP accessory we've reviewed to allow wireless, remote control of the PSP. Along with this semi-groundbreaking feature, the system also features recharging capability, line-in and two headphone ports, stereo speakers with a dedicated woofer, and optional battery-powered operation.... [Full Story]

GameStop lowers price of PSP Giga Pack in Ireland

GameStop has lowered the price of the PSP Giga pack in Ireland, from GBP 214.99 to GBP 189.99. The price drop was apparently not a result of a SCEE promotion, but simply a push by GameStop to gain a larger presence in Europe. It has yet to be seen if... [Full Story]

PSP World introduces PS3 Informer

PSP World is pleased to announce our newest site, PS3 Informer. All the news and insight you've come to expect concerning the PSP, now for the PlayStation 3. The site features a design and layout that will be instantly familiar to all our PSPworld readers, and the content to match.... [Full Story]

Nacho Libre trailer for PSP available for download

A PSP-formated version of the Nacho Libre trailer is now available for download. The upcoming movie stars Jack Black as a Mexican wrestler. It was written by Mike White (School Of Rock), directed by Jared Hess (Napoleon Dynamite) and features original music from Beck. The film hits theaters on June... [Full Story]

EA bringing 2006 FIFA World Cup to PSP

EA has announced that its upcoming soccer title 2006 FIFA World Cup will be coming to the PSP in April. The game, which celebrates the 2006 FIFA World Cup Germany that begins this June, features 12 official stadiums that will be used in this year's World Cup as well as... [Full Story]

Gangs of London coming to PSP later this year

Sony has announced that Gangs of London will be available later this year, exclusively for the PSP. Created by SCEE's London Studio, the developers responsible for The Getaway, the game will be presented in a graphic novel style. The storyline is dynamic, so players will each experience their own unique... [Full Story]