Back in March, Sony stated that the digital equivalents of all software titles for the NGP — now known as PS Vita, would release simultaneously. SCEA senior staff developer support engineer Chris Norden reaffirmed this approach in a recent GDC Online session, confirming that all retail titles will be available through PSN on a day one basis.

It is refreshing to receive a second confirmation on this, since Sony failed to mandate day and date downloads with the PSPgo — in fact, some PSP titles like Kingdom Hearts: Birth by Sleep never showed up on PSN altogether.

Interestingly, Sony has streamlined the process of prepping titles for digital release. Unlike on PS3, the PSN counterparts of retail games are submitted to Sony in the same format, which we presume will cut down on certification time.

Additionally, Norden said Sony is open to the idea of free-to-play experiences on Vita. While concepts are still subject to account manager approval, Vita devs are free to “explore whatever business model” they see fit.

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