PlayStation Plus subscribers will be the first to check out the demo of God of War: Ghost of Sparta for the PSP next week, September 7, when it hits the PlayStation Store. Of course, this is noted as an early access demo, so regular PSN members should have access to it a little later on.
However, if hacking and slashing isn’t your thing, take to the skies…or land via jeep or tank, in the multiplayer-only title Warhawk, when a full game trial becomes available. If you don’t recall, Warhawk was one of the first great PS3 multiplayer titles, and from word of mouth there is still a strong community, so definitely check this one out.
Obviously these aren’t the only things coming to PlayStation Plus subscribers next week, so check the official list below and see what else is comin’ at ya. Afterward, let us know in the comment section whether or not you will be checking out the Ghost of Sparta demo or one of the other goodies available to you. Read the rest of this entry…
Get ready to be wrapped up with this kick ass new God of War: Ghost of Sparta PSP Bundle set to hit stores soon. This two-toned PSP will make you feel like you’re Kratos no matter where you are, probably due to the package coming with both God of War: Chains of Olympus and God of War: Ghost of Sparta. But that’s not all, the young superhero Kick Ass must’ve been inspired by Kratos’ ass kicking ways, because a UMD version of his movie will be packed in as well. Sure is a lot of blood for yer’ buck, so check below for the official list of goodies included in this special edition PSP bundle.
Black and Red Two-Toned PSP-3000
God of War: Ghost of Sparta UMD Game– After God of War concludes, Ghost of Sparta begins with the story of Kratos’ ascension to power as the God of War.
God of War: Chains of Olympus PlayStation Network Downloadable Game Voucher – Before the events of God of War, experience Kratos’ journey during the 10-years of servitude to the Gods of Olympus in one of the most highly acclaimed action titles of all time!
Kick Ass – UMD Movie
2 GB Memory Stick Pro Duo
So what do ya think? Is this enticing enough to make you get a PSP? Tell us in the comment section below and keep the bloodshed and decapitations to a minimum, okay?
Target and Best Buy both announced expanded used game trade-in services this week, just in time for major developers to start making a profit off pre-owned games with online codes and subscription models. But I’m sure that’s just a coincidence.
Best Buy will officially launch used game trade-ins in 600 stores this week, with the promise of more to follow soon. Games can be traded for Best Buy gift cards, which can be used instantly in the store. There is no mention of a cash trade-in option – it looks like Best Buy is following in the footsteps of great aristocrats worldwide and keeping it in the family.
Target’s new Electronics Trade-In service packages cell phone and iPod trades with video games, and should be in over 850 stores nationwide by 2011. Trade-ins receive Target credit of up to $200, but that amount would probably only be for a 4G iPhone at this point.
Best Buy will sell back used games “soon,” while Target does not specifically mention direct sale of any used games.
Both stores will offer online options for trade-ins, Target through a partnership with electronics recycling site NextWorth, and Best Buy through their own online system that will appraise games, accept them through the mail and send out gift cards 7-14 days later.
What does the mainstream trade-in service mean for our used game consumer future, or that of gaming in general? Leave us your thoughts in the comments!
Greetings Axeheads, DK here kicking off your Saturday with some savings courtesy of GoGamer.com. If you missed last week’s post, then you should know that we’ve teamed up with GoGamer to inform you about the retailer’s “48-Hour Madness” sales which, as one might suspect, tend to be a bit insane.
This week it’s all about picking up games you missed out on for SUPER CHEAP. Titles like Splinter Cell: Conviction and Alan Wake can be snagged for under $30 while games such as Prototype, CoD: World at War, Army of Two: The 40th Day, and Age of Conan are on sale for under $20. Plus, some nifty titles that you might have missed like Hidden & Dangerous 2, Company of Heroes, End War, and Civilization IV are all under FIVE BUCKS this weekend. Hell, there are a few games going for even less than A DOLLAR so you ought to check it out.
Before you go though, you should know that exclusive to EpicBattleAxe is the chance to get $30 off a Naos 5000 gaming mouse! Already discounted from $99 to $89.90, Axeheads that use the coupon code ‘EPICDEAL‘ will get this rather sweet peripheral for only $59.90. If you’ve been wanting a tricked out mouse, now is the time to save some cash and pick this bad-boy up! You can get the full specs and even view a review of said mouse right here.
Alright, you can check out all of this week’s 48-Hour Madness sales and pre-order pricing specials right here and see if there’s anything that floats your boat!
Around here at the ‘Axe we enjoy cleaving the fat from the gaming news of the day and we also enjoy cleaving some cost from your gaming budget when the opportunity arises. Well, we’ve teamed up with GoGamer.com to ensure you’re “in the know” about some serious deals taking place during the online retailers “48-Hour Madness” sales. What is “48-Hour Madness” you ask? Well, aside from the phrase often used to describe my wedding, it’s a two day period where gamers logging on to GoGamer.com can score some serious savings on existing or forthcoming games.
This week, folks looking forward to Mafia II can pre-order the game on the PS3 for $49.90 while those that missed out on Alan Wake can snag the Xbox 360 thriller for only $29 bucks. Also, PC gamers can pick up BioWare’s Mass Effect 2 for the ridiculous low price of $16.90 while wanna-be spies can sneak into the world of Sam Fisher in Splinter Cell: Conviction for $27.90. Lastly, Madden fans will soon get their chance to square off on the virtual gridiron and GoGamer.com’s punching your sideline seat for Madden NFL 11 with about a $7 savings off the regular retails price.
So, check out all of this week’s 48-Hour Madness sales and pre-order pricing specials right here and see if there’s anything you like.
Mark your calendars God of War fans, Sony has announced that Kratos will return to the PSP in God of War: Ghost of Sparta on November 2, 2010. In addition, those of you that pre-order the game at participating retailers will receive a DLC pack including:
• Ghost of Sparta Original Soundtrack – Be part of the legacy, and relive the emotional soundscape of defiance and rage through the original soundtrack.
• PSP Theme – Are you the ultimate God of War fan? Prove it with the God of War: Ghost of Sparta theme.
• PS3 Dynamic Theme – Fully animated in constant motion, personalize your PS3 system with the official God of War Dynamic Theme.
• PlayStation Network Avatar – Be one of the few to own the exclusive Kratos Avatar only available through this pre-order.
• Legionnaire Skin – Discover the origins of the Spartan warrior as you experience God of War: Ghost of Sparta as Legionnaire Kratos.
• EXCLUSIVE Game Directors Documentary – A full length featured video roundtable with all of the past and present Game Directors for the God of War franchise in front of a live studio audience, including: David Jaffe, Cory Barlog, Stig Asmussen, Ru Weerasuiya and Dana Jan.
Lastly, the God of War: Ghost of Sparta PSP Entertainment Pack is available for pre-order beginning today as well and will include:
• Black and Red Two-Toned PSP-3000
• God of War: Ghost of Sparta UMD Game– After God of War concludes, Ghost of Sparta begins with the story of Kratos’ ascension to power as the God of War.
• God of War: Chains of Olympus PlayStation Network Downloadable Game Voucher – Before the events of God of War, experience Kratos’ journey during the 10-years of servitude to the Gods of Olympus in one of the most highly acclaimed action titles of all time!
• Kick Ass – UMD Movie
• 2 GB Memory Stick Pro Duo
So, there ya go…Who plans on picking this game up?
With yet another NFL season right around the corner, Sony today announced the Madden NFL 11 PSP bundle that will be made available August 10. The bundle includes a Black PSP-3000 system and the Madden NFL 11 UMD game for $169.99 at most major retailers, which basically amounts to getting the game for half price.
So, any football fans planning on picking this up? Let us know in the comments section below.
Last week’s GTTV explored Kratos’ return to the PSP in God of War: Ghost of Sparta by delivering new details and gameplay footage for fans to gawk at. In addition, last week during Comic-Con, Game Director Dana Jan, Lead Gameplay Programmer Derek Mulder, and others from developer Ready At Dawn Studios took to the stage for a panel where even more details were discussed and a live demo of the game took place.
So, needless to say, God of War fans have been gettin’ the goods…
Well, thanks to the PlayStation Blog, we bring you a portion of said panel via the video above that details the dev’s objectives and showcases some sweet gameplay. We invite you to check it out and gather your own thoughts/impressions regarding the latest entry in the storied God of War franchise. Once you do, let us know what you’re thinking about this game in the comments below!
Disney Interactive Studios today announced that the highly-regarded action racer Split/Second will be speeding onto the PSP system and PSPGo this holiday season.
For those that don’t know, the game takes place within a hyper-competitive reality television show with city-sized sets rigged for destruction. Each track has numerous power plays that can be strategically triggered by skilled drivers. Competitors in Split/Second don’t just collide with other vehicles to knock them from the track – they can trigger blockbuster action film-like explosive events that drastically alter the dynamics of the race. Players must use strategy and pinpoint timing to derail opponents, tactically alter the track or create entirely new routes.
“Split/Second has become a hit with fans of racing and action games, and is the perfect fit for the PSP system,” said Craig Relyea, senior vice president of global marketing, Disney Interactive Studios. ”The explosive track altering features and fast arcade racing will have PSP system players worldwide playing it on-the-go or at home.”
Split/Second for the PSP system will include unique handling and controls designed specifically for Sony’s handheld. The game will feature an exclusive new track and challenges not found on the current versions. In addition, the game also includes four-player local multiplayer.
So, who amongst you is excited about this?
Sound off below and stay tuned for more detailed information regarding the game and it’s PSP release date.
Greeting Axeheads! To start things off this week I would like to wish a Happy belated Canada Day and early Independence Day to all our North American brethren across the EBA community. With patriotism at an all time high and our countries heritage being at the forefront of this weekend (aside from the drinking and partying of course…) it makes sense that we embrace that heritage and slaughter some rumors the old school way that would make our ancestors proud. And where pray tell can we do such a thing? Well the only place on the interweb where rumor murder is legal my friends, EpicBattleAxe.com’s The Rumor KILL!!! Read the rest of this entry…
