This week on the US Video Store, you can get nostalgic for the 1980s (and for summer!) when you rent Adventureland, a sweet coming-of-age story centered around a recent college grad who takes a nowhere job at his local amusement park (trailer below). As for this week’s top movie downloads, X-Men Origins: Wolverine is on top followed by Next Day Air and Observe and Report.
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PlayStation Home v1.3 Delayed
PlayStation Home v1.30 was said to be released this month, but it’s been delayed for the time being. The update, which includes Universal Game Launching and functionality to allow you to rent items or purchase ‘consumable’, has been delayed according to Home Manager CydoniaX. The update is currently in the last stages of QA and is expected to be released “in the very near future.”
Rumor Alert: Firmware 3.10 Will Feature Cross-Game Chat Functionality
Its looks like the next PlayStation 3 firmware update will come with a much-requested feature: cross-game voice chat. A VG247 source claims that he got word from another source whom they “can’t name” on the said cross-title voice chat in PS3 play, and the word is good. Although Sony suggested that no major features will be added this year, Firmware 3.10 is expected to be released some time in October.
PlayStation Store Update For Sep 24th 2009
This week on the PlayStation Store, the Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 demo is available to download from both the European and US PlayStation Stores. There are also four other game demos available on the US store. New game add-on content this week includes Fallout 3: Broken Steel Pack, Batman: Arkham Asylum Prey In The Darkness Map Pack, and new tracks for Guitar Hero and Rock Band.
Final Fantasy VIII Now Available On Japanese PlayStation Store
The lucky folks over in Japan received a nice surprise on the PlayStation Store today: Final Fantasy VIII, the PSOne classic. Squall, Rinoa, and the rest of Final Fantasy VIII the crew have junctioned themselves into a new domain – you can now play them on the go on your PSP and on the PS3. There is now word on a US or European release yet, but we can expect more details in the next week or two.
VidZone Update For Sep 24th 2009
This week on VidZone, Dizzee Rascal is the Artist of the Week for UK, Ireland, Australia, Germany; and Colbie Caillat is the Artist of the Week for France, Spain, Italy. Tracks from Dizzee’s new album “Tongue in Cheek” can be viewed in VidZone along with tracks from Colbie’s second album “Breakthrough”. New playlists this week include Award Winning Videos and Student Anthems.
Final Fantasy XIII PS3 Slim Heading to Japan
Over the last few weeks the PS3 Slim has provent to be a hit, but hopefully Final Fantasy fans haven’t already purchased one. Sony has a special white and pink edition, called Lightning Edition, coming that will honor the franchise. Plus, it will come rocking a 250GB HDD. So far the special edition is only announced for Japan though. It’s slated to be released on December 17 for ¥41,600 (approx £280 / $460).
The Last Guardian: Interview and New Video
Just shown at the end of a media event for White Knight Chronicles, this interview with Team ICO Director and Game Designer Fumito Ueda. Following the Q&A, see some brand new game footage of The Last Guardian. The video does fade to black, before coming back up so be patient! Enjoy!
God Of War Collection To Include God Of War III E3 Demo
Coming this fall, fans who purchase the God of War Collection will be able to access the long-awaited God of War III E3 2009 Demo. Each copy of God of War Collection will include a voucher code that can be redeemed through PlayStation Network on the day of purchase. This is your chance to experience God of War III before it hits store shelves March 2010.
Lemmings Update Brings Trophies and Rumble
Those loveable little Lemmings are back once again giving you another chance to play one of the greatest puzzlers of all time, exclusively on PS3. This classic has been remade in High Definition and now includes both trophies and rumble support. Only the most skilled players will be able to achieve all the trophies, and for those of you that are struggling to get the most coveted golden Lemming Leader, we’ve included a few tips below to make sure you save the maximum number of those gorgeous green haired critters.