PSP Go! Piracy Proof?

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The Pandora Battery was a huge promoter for piracy on the PSP as it allowed owners to install custom firmware and boot ISO files directly from the memory stick. The new PSP Go is Sony’s next move in their ongoing battle against piracy on their gaming handheld. From firmware updates to the non-removable battery, it seems Sony has really done the research. Speaking to PlayStation Insider, Sony’s John Koller conceded that earlier PSP models, from the PSP-1000 to the supposedly unhackable PSP-3000, weren’t piracy-proof, but the PSPGo will be a different beast altogether.
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PSP Getting ‘Mini’ Games

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Sony has announced that the PSP will be getting new ‘mini’ titles this year, with the launch of the PSP Go! in October. The announcement was made earlier today at their GamesCom Press Conference. “Minis” is new section on PlayStation Store that offers a range of all-new downloadable games for PSP. Available exclusively via digital distribution, “minis” will have a 100MB size limit.

PSP Go! Hardware Walkthrough

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Interested in the PSP Go!? Check out this short video walkthrough of the upcoming PSP model courtesy of SCEA Director of Hardware Marketing John Koller. The main change if obviously the size and lack of UMD drive. The USB cable connection has also been replaced with a all-purpose connector which will be used for everything from backing up content to TV output. The PSP Go! also comes with 16GB of built-in flash memory as well as a Memory Stick Micro slot for further expansion.

PSPgo – Your Questions Answered

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Adam Grant, the European Product Manager for PSPgo, was kind enough to answer some questions over on the EU PlayStation.Blog that users had. The answers revealed some new information about the new PSP model, including built-in battery, no compatibility for existing PSP accessories and battery life. Although most questions were answered, a few importants ones were left out including a UK price, the ability to transfer existing UMD games to the PSP Go and the price difference between UMD and downloadable versions of games. Check out the answers and questions below.

PSP Go! Press Release Reveals New Information

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The press release for the PSP Go! was released yesterday during Sony’s E3 Press Conference, after an official announcement was made. However, the press release includes some features of the new PSP Go! that were not announced at the conference. In short, the BlueTooth feature on the PSP Go will allow you to pair a DualShock 3 controller to play games (though the rumble feature will not be supported). Also, in-game XMB will be supported (possibly through a firmware update) and there was mention of a calendar and clock application.

E3 2009: PSP Go! Launching in October 2009

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At Sony’s E3 Press Conference today Jack Tretton officially announced the PSP Go! (even though the details were leaked over the weekend). Tretton cleared up some specifics about the new model including a price and release date as well as hardware clarifications. The PSP Go! will launch in Europe and the US on October 1st 2009, along side several new PSP titles including Gran Turismo. The model will retail for $249.99 (approx £150).

Can I use old PSP accessories with the PSPgo?

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Your old PSP headphones can be used with the PSPgo, but any other accessory is not directly compatible with the PSPgo. The PSPgo Converter allows you to use accessories like the Go!Cam, GPS device and Talkman Mic with the PSPgo. The converter makes the PSPgo less portable and also makes it look uglier, but its the only way you can make use of your old stuff.

Does the PSPgo have in-game XMB access?

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The XMB cannot be accessed directly within a game but the PSPgo does feature a Pause Game option. If you need to access the XMB during a game. Press the PS button and choose [Quit/Pause Game], then select [Pause Game] to save the game to temporary memory. You will be able to XMB and then resume the game from where you left off.

To resume the game, go to the [Game] menu on the XMB and select [Resume Game]. The game will continue from where you paused it. You can play another game while there is a paused game, but pausing another game will overwrite the previous paused game.

Can a PlayStation 3 Controller be used with the PSPgo?

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Yes. Using Blue-tooth connectivity, you can pair your PSP with a controller to play games. In order to pair your PSPgo with a PS3 Controller, you will need:

PSPgo System
PS3 System
DualShock 3 or SIXAXIS Controller
PSPgo USB Cable
PS3 Controller USB Cable

To pair your PSPgo with the controller, go to the [Settings] menu on the XMB and select the [Bluetooth Device Settings] option. Select [Bluetooth Device Management] and choose to register a PS3 System controller.

What colours is the PSPgo available in?

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The PSPgo is currently available in two colours: Piano Black and Pearl White. Both units retail for £225 / $249. More colours are expected to be announced in the future.