PSP mod impossibly hard to replicate

Posted on January 27, 2012 by admin

Psyberjock from DCemu has the passion and time to come up with this delicate operation which turned his beloved PSP into something that is totally out of this world. The UMD disc tray emits a cool, blue glow of light after 30 hours of work and a few tablespoons of electrical wizardry. He claims that he will not post a How-To Guide as the difficulty level is just insane. It all adds up as if you can’t figure out this mod by yourself, chances of breaking the PSP or your UMD tray is extremely high. Source: PSP Fanboy

GTA: LCS a Greatest Hit now

Posted on January 27, 2012 by admin

Looks like the first Grand Theft Auto title for the PSP has now been relegated/upgraded (it is all a matter of perspective) to a Greatest Hit title for the budget conscious. You can now pick up this highly acclaimed game for just $20 a pop, bringing it down to the same price level as the PS2 version of the game. Granted, Liberty City Stories has graphics that aren’t up to par with the console version, but as Nintendo is showing the world at the moment – graphics isn’t everything as gameplay still plays a very important role in the world of video games. This is a great title to pick up for those who are new to the handheld arena. Source: Cheap Ass Gamer

Sonic to celebrate 10th anniversary on GBA

Posted on January 27, 2012 by admin

The original Sonic the Hedgehog game on the Sega Genesis will be re-released on the GBA platform later this month to celebrate the iconic video game character’s 10th anniversary in the business. Despite not having a “home” console to run about in, Sonic’s endearing quality still shows with him making an appearance on the new PlayStation 3 as well. This port of the Sega Genesis game features visually striking details that are true to the original platform game, but the GBA’s small screen size makes it hard to see all the environmental hazards around the world’s most famous hedgehog. There is no word on a release date yet as at press time despite a high level of anticipation from the game industry and gamers alike. Source: IGN

Wario the Thief video

Posted on January 26, 2012 by admin

Wario, the gold loving relative of Mario, has been spotted in a video on French gaming site Jeux-France. This exclusive video showcases Wario and his repertoire of new moves which will take advantage of the Nintendo DS’ touchscreen capability, bringing gaming to a new level for a platformer. What was interesting was Wario’s attempts to crack open a treasure chest. Despite the rather questionable quality of the video, we really can’t be choosers with just a single source. You won’t waste your time watching it. That’s a promise. Source: DS Fanboy

Gyakuten Saiban 4 ships with e-dictionary

Posted on January 26, 2012 by admin

You would think that a lawyer would not run out of words, but apparently a special edition of Gyakuten Saiban 4, also known as Phoenix Wright 4 to those who speak in English, comes with an encyclopedia cartridge which contains reviews of all previous cases taken by this suave, debonair lawyer. To add more bang for your buck, this special edition also ships with the entire background music which you can listen to at your leisure. A great buy for those who love trivia about every single game they pick up. Source: DS Fanboy

After Burner: Black Falcon lookin’ good

Posted on January 26, 2012 by admin

After Burner: Black Falcon from Planet Moon Studios is starting to shape up to be one of the better looking titles on Sony’s handheld console. This classic from the halycon days of Sega has been blessed with polygons beyond measure and look set to set the skies alight with its fast-paced action. This PSP-exclusive title will come with a completely unique storyline as well as character development, something which is getting rarer these days for video games. There are over 30 single player missions to keep you occupied when this title hits store shelves, while various multiplayer modes are guaranteed to keep you going long after the single player novelty has worn off. Look out for After Burner: Black Falcon’s release sometime next spring. Source: PSP Fanboy

Lunar Knights looking good

Posted on January 25, 2012 by admin

You might not understand any Japanese, but the advertisements for Lunar Knights look pretty sweet. So far Nintendo has showcased was top-notch,raising fears that the actual game itself might be a letdown. Let’s hope that this scenario does not happen with most games that feature fancy graphics but gameplay so shallow you can’t even drown an ant in. Source: DS Fanboy

Luminous Arc screens looking good

Posted on January 25, 2012 by admin

The DS is a platform that is suited for RPGs as well, and as you can see from the latest screenshot of Luminous Arc, they are to die for. Hopefully the publisher will bring a translated version across the Pacific, or we’ll just be forced to pick up some working knowledge of the Japanese language and import a copy of this gorgeous game from Japan. The gameplay is untested yet as the developer is rather green in the gaming arena, so it is touch and go at the moment until somebody comes up with something more concrete regarding the game. Source: DS Fanboy

Network Update offers Firmware 3.00

Posted on January 25, 2012 by admin

The Megaton firmware has finally arrived, and all you need to do to obtain it is to access the Network Update and download the file. Some of the expected updates include changes such as the addition of Remote Play under Network, the inclusion Online Instruction Manuals, timed recording, a visual player as well as 3-speed fast forward and fast reverse. Those who are unfortunate enough not to have WiFi access can download the file manually and connect your PSP via USB. Head on to the PSP/GAME folder, create an “UPDATE” folder and place the EBOOT file there. In closing, you must access your Memory Stick’s games, and choose the update from there. Source: PSP Fanboy

Metal Gear Solid: Portable Ops looking good

Posted on January 24, 2012 by admin

We all know how Metal Gear Solid is one great game on the PSOne and PS2 platforms, but how will it fare on the PSP when it is released? From what we know at Gamespot, they have what looks like a near-complete version of Metal Gear Solid: Portable Ops with them, so head on there for a detailed video preview that boasts a whole lot of new in-game footage. Everything sounds good at the moment from all aspects, so we could have a killer app for the PSP with Portable Ops. Hopefully the load times for this title would not kill the pace of the game. No word on when it will be released though. Source: Gamespot