Already ridiculously simple, the process of hacking your PS3 just became a little more convenient for owners of Nokia N900 cell phones. Homebrew developer KaKaRoTo today released PSFreedom, which targets the N900. Although similar in functionality to the recently-released PSGroove exploit, the code is entirely original.

With the provided shell script executed on your N900, simply turn off your PS3, plug in the N900 via USB, turn on your PS3, then hit the power button and quickly press the eject button. From there, just let the magic happen — it’s that simple. Detailed instructions are included in the readme file.

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PSFreedom (Jailbreak PS3 with N900) worked, finished and released! [KaKaRoTo]

We’ve just received word from Sony that Killzone 3, one of Sony’s flagship 3D titles, has been set for a February 22nd release in North America. While no date has been set for the rest of the world, I would expect to hear more within the next few weeks.

The game was previously revealed at E3 to be coming out in February but now we have a solid date that should stick; hopefully better than the fall titles this year. As for now, anyone going to PAX this weekend can experience the game for themselves as there will be playable multiplayer demos on the show floor.

The rumors were true after all: Duke Nukem Forever is no longer stuck in limbo, as Gearbox Software boss Randy Pitchford has confirmed that the company has indeed signed on to finish development. The title is slated for a 2011 release on Xbox 360, PS3, and PC.

Duke’s crude and witty one-liners are poised to make a comeback. Bits from a VG247 report describe a trailer that was shown behind closed doors at PAX:

In a short movie, the Duke was shown lighting a cigar, saying he’d “hit” a monster with tits and “taking a piss in the John,” according to VG247’s Steph Nunneley, who was one of a handful of journalists to see the game in Seattle this morning.

With 3DRealms no longer involved, let’s hope that the delay curse doesn’t strike again. In all fairness, though, Gearbox has a solid track-record with hits like Borderlands behind its belt. It’s in good hands.

Duke Nukem Forever hitting PS3, 360 and PC “sometime in 2011″ [VG247]

Judgment day has arrived for the PS Jailbreak, a USB dongle pre-loaded with exploit code that allows users to run unsigned code and copied Blu-ray disc games. The Federal Court of Australia today issued a permanent injunction against the device, ruling that it cannot be sold or imported into the country until further notice. This comes following yesterday’s emergence of a free open-source alternative to the hack dubbed PSGroove.

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Plan on picking up Activision’s re-imagining of N64 classic GoldenEye 007 on Wii? The publisher sent word today of pre-order and purchase incentives being offered across retailers GameStop, Best Buy, and Walmart.

There’s an Oddjob t-shirt up for grabs, along with early access to multiplayer modes.

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Adding to the growing list of artsy PSN and XBLA efforts is Ubisoft’s Outland, a stylized action-platformer that draws inspiration from the critically-lauded shoot ‘em up Ikaruga.

Developed by Housemarque, the same team behind Super Stardust HD, the title is described by IGN as a cross between Prince of Persia and Ikaruga, combining the best bits of both — platforming and polarity driven combat. Like in Ikaruga, foes are immune to bullet sprays of the same polarity, while opposite-colored bullets deal damage. Building upon this mechanic, players can also switch between light and dark forms to shield themselves from enemy attacks.

Also promised are large levels with “branching paths and secrets.” Backed by lush colorful visuals that resemble that of a watercolor storybook, this one looks like it’s shaping up to be a winner. With Ubisoft prepping a formal unveil at PAX, chances are gameplay footage will surface soon.

Outland Preview [IGN]

The fifth installment in Capcom’s action-centric Devil May Cry series has yet to be announced, yet the company is still babbling on about it. Not that we’re complaining. According to R&D boss Keiji Inafune by way of a 3DJuegos interview, Capcom is giving Devil May Cry 5 a “western touch.”

If that isn’t an indicator that significant changes are en route for the next chapter of Capcom’s demon hack-n-slash, we don’t know what is. Inafune has hopes the directional change will help spur sales in territories outside of Japan.

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Square Enix is continuing its remake frenzy with the release of Final Fantasy Legend III — also known as SaGa 3: The Ruler of Space – on DS. While details are scant, the title was recently shown off in a Famitsu magazine spread, as pictured above.

The fantasy RPG is receiving a proper facelift, complete with chibi-style 3D graphics, the same visual flair adopted by last year’s SaGa 2 remake. Making a return is the class-based system that allows players to completely transform their character. By consuming certain foods, characters will morph into a beast, monster, or robot.

There’s no word on when we’ll see a localized release of either, but here’s hoping. Both titles were originally released on the monochrome Game Boy.

Blizzard’s perpetually delayed StarCraft II is no longer considered a double-platinum hit. It’s escalated beyond that tier, breaking yet another sales barrier. The company gleefully announced today that the second installment its seminal RTS franchise has sold through 3 million copies to date.

Having already cemented its status as the bestselling PC title within 24 hours of availability, StarCraft II is well-positioned to take the no. 1 spot in total unit sales on the platform. Honestly, did anyone expect otherwise?

Update: A patched version of the initial PS Groove release has been made available with support for the Backup Manager. Grab the pre-compiled hex-code from our download section. As stated earlier, a programmable USB flash chip is required to run it.

True to their word, Mathieulh and the crew have released a open-source implementation of the PS Jailbreak exploit, coined PSGroove. The software is compatible with AT90USB and related microcontrollers. Grab a Teensy USB development board and you’ll be all set.

It’s worth noting that the PS Groove code is not a 1:1 copy of PS Jailbreak’s take, as it lacks support for running backups. The software is intended only to allow the execution of legal, third-party homebrew applications. To top it off, this rendition of the hack nixes references to the LV1 panic hypercall, meaning you are free to remove the dongle after installation.

Check out the PS Groove code repository here.