Sony Online Entertainment (SOE) has confirmed the date on which DC Universe Online becomes free-to-play, as originally announced last month. Originally pencilled in for this month, DC Universe Online will be switching to the free-to-play model as of November 1st.
According to reports that originate with Famitsu magazine in Japan, the PlayStation Vita might ship with a few features missing. The Japanese magazine revealed the PlayStation Vita’s browser specification, stating it runs Javascript 1.7 and HTML5 but no Flash support.
If you were paying close attention to Jack Tretton (head of SCEA) when he took the stage at E3 this year, you may remember him talking about the inclusion of DICE’s classic shooter, Battlefield 1943 on every Blu-Ray copy of Battlefield 3. However, this doesn’t seem to be the actual case. Players that picked up Battlefield 3 over the past week have noticed that Battlefield 1943 doesn’t seem to be on their disc.
How would you like to get your hands on PS Vita one week before the official release date of February 22nd? After last Tuesday’s announcement of the PS Vita launch date, SCEA have announced the PS Vita First Edition bundle. For a limited time in the U.S. and Canada, the PS Vita First Edition bundle will be pre-sold at select retail locations, starting this week.
A new episode of Access is now available online for your viewing pleasure. Episode 6 features Uncharted 3 as Game of the Week. You can also find the treasure hunt event that took place in the blistering deserts of Jordan. There are also the Access regulars to enjoy: a round-up of all the latest PS3 news plus a look at what’s hot right now on the PlayStation Store.
Konami has announced that the Metal Gear Solid HD Collection will be release on February 3rd 2012 for Xbox 360 & PS3 in Europe. The collection will contain Metal Gear, Metal Gear 2: Solid Snake, MGS2: Sons of Liberty, MGS 3: Snake Eater and MGS: Peace Walker. Check out the trailer below in the mean time.
The PlayStation Network will be undergoing scheduled maintenance in the early hours of Thursday morning, between the hours of 02:00 and 08:00 UK time. As usual, during this period the PSN will be unavailable, meaning you won’t be able to connect to the network or any related services.
The Uncharted 3 Multipler Experience is coming to a close very shortly. Less than a week remains until Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception hits stores so make the most of the last few days of the Multiplayer Experience. Check out this useful short video that includes hints on how to effectively use melee, cover, evasion, aiming, and other skills while playing multiplayer.
The PlayStation Vita is really going to be huge when it’s released next year in North America and Europe. The portable console has a lot of potential as a gaming device as well as media, thanks to the innovative technology that makes up the PlayStation Vita. Watch this 7 minute video which include game footage and feedback from developers on working with the device.
