Sony Computer Entertainment Japan today announced that PSP firmware 6.20 is scheduled for release this coming Thursday. Featuring a built-in comic book viewer, the update will signal the arrival of the soon-to-be added comic book storefont on PSN, scheduled to go live on December 12 in Japan. Viewable on all PSP models, these digital comics will carry a standard rate of ¥420 ($5) per volume and ¥50-¥150 ($1-2) per chapter. While we are still awaiting official word from SCEA and SCEE on availability over yonder, expect the US and European equivalent to follow a similar pricing trend.

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