Qore Episode 9 coming next week

Episode 9 of Qore will be available to download after next week’s PlayStation Store update. Episode 9 will feature a Resident Evil 5 walkthrough video, allowing you to switching between Chris and Sheva in real-time so you can see the differences in view-point for the two playable characters. The February 2009 episode will also cover The Godfather II and MLB 2009: The Show. As for exclusive downloads, two new Killzone XMB Themes will be available to Qore customers.

The issue will be available on February 12th, after the US PlayStation Store update. Annual subscribers can download the episode for free, and non-subscribers can purchase this episode for $2.99.

3 on 3 NHL Arcade Trophies

An all-new downloadable hockey experience from EA Sports, 3 on 3 NHL Arcade promises to provide a lightning-paced, no rules hockey experience that gamers of all ages and ability levels can enjoy. There are 13 trophies to unlock, all of which are pretty easy to obtain.

Killzone 2 Demo coming this Thursday

That’s right folks. If you are looking forward to playing Killzone 2, the wait is almost up. A demo of the game will be released this week on the PlayStation Store, containing the first sections of the first level in the game. The demo will basically be a tutorial on how to play the game, giving you a head start when the game comes out later this month.

The level is called ‘Corinth River’. The demo will be available in both Europe and the US on Thursday, 5th Feb 2009. For those of you in the UK, let’s hope for more snow so we can all stay home!

PlayStation Store update for Jan 29th 2009

This weeks PlayStation Store update adds new games to both the US and European Stores. Europe has finally got Supersonic Acrobatic Rocket-Powered Battle-Cars, while the US has received three new games: Bejeweled 2, Savage Moon and Brain Challenge. The January 29th episode of Pulse is now available to download from the US store too. This weeks update also adds several new game add-on content including new LittleBigPlanet costumes and the God of War Level kit. Check out the complete list below.

European Additions:

Downloadable Games
- Supersonic Acrobatic Rocket-Powered Battle-Cars (7.99/?9.99)
Game Add-on Content
- Lord Of The Rings: Conquest Hero Arena bonus
- Mirror’s Edge – Exclusive Map
- Skate 2 – Filmer Pack (4.79/?5.99)
- LittleBigPlanet
  - Ground Hog Day Costume
  - Ape Escape Sackboy Costume (1.59/?1.99)
  - Kratos Sackboy Costume (1.59/?1.99)
  - Toro Costume (1.59/?1.99)
  - God of War Level Kit (2.39/?2.99 )
- Rock Band Tracks (from £0.99/?1.49)
- Magic Ball Trailer
- Final Fantasy XIII Official Trailer 1
- High Velocity Bowling?Characters Trailer
XMB Themes
- Crash Commando map theme

US Additions:

Pulse Jan 29th Edition
Playable Demis
- Bejeweled 2 Demo
Downloadable Games
- Bejeweled 2 ($9.99)
- Savage Moon ($9.99)
- Brain Challenge PS3 + PSP games Bundle ($12.99)
Add-on Game Content
- LittleBigPlanet
  - God of War Mini Pack ($2.99)
  - Kratos Costume ($1.99)
  - GroundHog Day Costume
  - Ape Escape Costume ($1.99)
  - Toro Costume ($1.99)
- Skate 2 Filmer Pack ($7.49)
- Mirror’s Edge Exclusive Free DLC Map
- The Lord of the Rings: Conquest Content Pack
- Disgaea 3
  - Absence of Justice Character: Hanako ($1.99)
  - Absence of Justice Character: Taro ($1.99)
- Rock Band
  - "Cold Rain and Snow" – Grateful Dead ($1.99)
  - "Doin’ That Rag" – Grateful Dead ($1.99)
  - "Don’t Ease Me In" – Grateful Dead ($1.99)
  - "Fire on the Mountain" – Grateful Dead ($1.99)
  - "Hell in a Bucket" – Grateful Dead ($1.99)
  - "Uncle John’s Band" – Grateful Dead ($1.99)
  - Grateful Dead Pack 02 ($9.99)
- Guitar Hero World Tour
  - "Bag It Up" by Oasis ($1.99)
  - "The Turning" by Oasis ($1.99)
  - "Waiting for the Rapture" by Oasis ($1.99)
  - "The Shock of the Lightning" by Oasis ($1.99)
  - "I’m Outta Time" by Oasis ($1.99)
  - "(Get Off Your) High Horse Lady" by Oasis ($1.99)
  - "Falling Down" by Oasis ($1.99)
  - "To Be Where There’s Life" by Oasis ($1.99)
  - "Ain’t Got Nothin’" by Oasis ($1.99)
  - "The Nature of Reality" by Oasis ($1.99)
  - "Soldier On" by Oasis ($1.99)
  - Full Album "Dig Out Your Soul" by Oasis ($18.99)
- Karaoke Revolution Presents: American Idol Encore 2
  - Twist & Shout ($1.49)
  - Irreplaceable ($1.49)
  - Sister Christian ($1.49)
  - Killing Me Softly With His Song ($1.49)
  - If You Don’t Know Me By Now ($1.49)
  - Breakaway ($1.49)
Game Videos
- PULSE 01/29 Edition (also available from the PSP store)
- Final Fantasy XIII Trailer
- Wanted: Weapons of Fate Teaser
Movie Trailers
- The International Trailer
- Angels & Demons Trailer
- The Making of Hulk Vs. Wolverine
- The Making of Hulk Vs. Thor

Bejeweled 2 Trophies

The classic puzzle game comes to the PlayStation Network with a variety of modes, special effects, and gems.

How do I access the PlayStation 3 Recovery Menu?

We’ve received many emails and YouTube comment about how to access the PS3 recovery menu, so we though we would write up a detailed walk-through to help you out. The PS3 recovery menu is available on firmware 2.50+ and allows you to preform various operations on your PS3, including restore factory settings and reinstall firmware. You can read our original coverage on the PS3 Recovery Menu (including video) too.

Chinese New Year costumes for LittleBigPlanet

Gong Hei Fat Choi, everyone! In celebration of the Chinese New Year, Media Molecule has released two cute Chinese Sackboy/girl costumes. The costumes are available from the PlayStation Store for free, but for a limited time only – the costumes will only be available for 10 days so be sure to download them ASAP. Media Molecule has also uploaded a video to provide gamers with tips on how to create your own Survival Challenges.

Japan gets more Carnival Colors for PSP-3000

Earlier this month SCE Asia announced two new colors for the third-generation PSP (PSP-3000), Vibrant Blue and Vibrant Red. Now, Sony has announced that two new colors will be added to the line-up: Bright Yellow and Spirited Green. Sony also announced that they will be releasing new pouches and battery packs to match the Carnival theme. The Carnival colored PSP-3000 will retail for ¥19,800 (approx $225) and will be available this March.

Brain Challenge Trophies

Boost your brain and relieve stress through 25 Visual, Memory, Logic, Math, and Focus mini-games. Choose your favorite coach and get detailed evaluations of your performances in personal training sessions. Compare yourself with other players online and/or offline in 3 delirious multiplayer modes.

Far Cry 2 Trophies

Caught between two rival factions in war-torn Africa, you are sent to take out “The Jackal”, a mysterious character who has rekindled the conflict between the warlords, jeopardizing thousands of lives. In order to fulfil your mission you will have to play the factions against each other, identify and exploit their weaknesses, and neutralise their superior numbers and firepower with surprise, subversion, cunning and, of course, brute force.

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