PlayStation Store Update Thursday: Zombies And Worms
by March 26, 2009 @ 8:50 pm

This week’s PlayStation Store is headlined by a pair of PS3 downloadables, namely Worms and Burn Zombie Burn. While we knew that the latter was due for release today, the inclusion of Worms comes as a bit of a surprise. Developer Team17 delivers the goods on this new-age update to the turn-based combat classic with an extensive single-player campaign and multi support for up to three other combatant offline or online.
Also available this week is a Buzz themed mini-stick pack for LittleBigPlanet, along with a slew of Resistance 2 multiplayer add-ons, and Disgaea 3 characters. For those reluctant to spend, there’s the freely available EndWar “Veteran” map pack.
Over on the PSP front, Platypus hits the downloadable game section this week, in addition to a demo for Dynasty Warriors: Strikeforce. Full content listing is after the break, as usual.
PULSE
Pulse 3/26 Edition
PULSE presented by the PlayStation Network is a free high definition video showcase of what’s happening right now on PlayStation. Featuring new game releases, demos, movie and television arrivals available for your PS3 and PSP systems, PULSE is a fast-paced new source to keep you connected and informed about the world of PlayStation. Hosted by Christina Lee.
File sizes: 184 MB (HD) 312 MB (1080)Downloadable Games
Burn Zombie Burn ($9.99)
Burn Zombie Burn! is a third-person shoot’em-up in the classic coin-op tradition but with all new mechanics. The goal is simple: to get the highest score possible. Standing in your way is a never ending horde of undead. To survive you must shoot, burn and explode as many zombies as possible before they overwhelm you.
ESRB Rated M
File size: 164 MBWorms ($12.99)
Run for cover! The Worms are coming to PLAYSTATION 3, and this time they mean war! Battle up to three other players offline or online on one of six landscape themes, utilizing a selection of classic Worms weaponry: from the famed Bazooka to the devastating Banana Bomb. With a fine selection of single player battles and plenty of ways to customize your annelid army, it’s a package sky-high on entertainment!
ESRB Rated E
File size: 147 MBAdd-on Game Content
LittleBigPlanet BUZZ! Mini-Pack ($1.99)
Look out everyone, LittleBigPlanet is getting BUZZED! Check out this new mini-pack filled with stickers from the popular Quiz Show franchise and a one-of-a-kind costume for fans of the craziest game show host around…Buzz!
File size: 1.04 MBPAIN: El Chile Grande Character ($0.99)
Allow us to introduce a testosterone-filled wrestler from South of the border for you to dish out some PAIN with. Known only as “El Chile Grande”, this wrestler is ready to ready to throw some ‘bows and drop a knee or two on all those other pretenders who might fake their PAIN for no reason!
File size: 100 KBResistance 2 Aftermath Multiplayer Map Pack ($5.99)
Return to Twin Falls, Idaho and the lumberyard of Orick, California in the Resistance 2 Aftermath multiplatyer map packs!
Designed by Insomniac Games, these maps expand the unparalleled multiplayer experience on the PLAYSTATION 3 with new challenges and environments from some of the most popular stages in Resistance 2!
File size: 839 MBResistance 2 Skin Bundle ($3.99)
Purchase the Resistance 2 multiplayer skins together and save! This bundle offers up the Cloven, Ravager, Female Soldier, Rachael Parker, Ranger and alternate Black Ops skins in one complete package! For use in competitive multiplayer.
File size: 600 KBResistance 2 Black Ops Variation Multiplayer Skin ($0.99)
A camouflage variation of the Black Ops skin that is fully compatible with all human bangles. For use in competitive multiplayer.
File size: 100KBResistance 2 Cloven Multiplayer Skin ($0.99)
One of the most popular skins in Resistance: Fall of Man, this new cloven skin takes its inspiration from the Cloven found in Resistance: Retribution! For use in competitive multiplayer.
File size: 100KBResistance 2 Female Soldier Multiplayer Skin ($0.99)
One of the most demanded skins for Resistance 2, you can now play as a female soldier! For use in competitive multiplayer.
File size: 100KBResistance 2 Rachael Parker Multiplayer Skin ($0.99)
By popular demand, the narrator of Resistance: Fall of Man and Resistance: Retribution becomes one of the first female skins for Resistance 2. For use in competitive multiplayer.
File size: 100KBResistance 2 Ranger Variation Multiplayer Skin ($0.99)
A variation of the ranger skin that is fully compatible with all human bangles. For use in competitive multiplayer.
File size: 100KBResistance 2 Ravager Multiplayer Skin ($0.99)
The most popular new Chimera from Resistance 2 is now available as a multiplayer skin! For use in competitive multiplayer.
File size: 100KBDisgaea 3: Absence of Justice Defender of Earth Character Pack ($5.99)
This package file adds new custom characters Gordon, Jennifer, and Thursday
File size: 1.23 MBDisgaea 3: Absence of Justice Item World Command Attack Mode ($3.99)
Compete against other players in the Command Attack Mode. The less commands you make per battle the higher the score. If you have a great score you might win a new character or item.
File size: 1.23 MBDisgaea 3: Absence of Justice Character: Gordon ($1.99)
This package file adds a new custom character called Gordon from Disgaea.
File size: 1.22 MBDisgaea 3: Absence of Justice Character: Jennifer ($1.99)
This package file adds a new custom character called Jennifer from Disgaea.
File size: 1.22 MBDisgaea 3: Absence of Justice Character: Thursday ($1.99)
This package file adds a new custom character called Thursday from Disgaea.
File size: 1.22 MBTom Clancy’s EndWar Veteran Map Pack (free)
2 exclusive missions on new battlefields playable in skirmish mode for battle-hardened commanders. New missions include the assault on Russia’s Cosmodrome and the conquest of the Strategic Petroleum Reserve in Richton, Mississippi, USA.
File size: 212 MBKaraoke Revolution Presents: American Idol Encore 2
Expand your Karaoke Revolution Presents: American Idol Encore 2 library by purchasing these tracks.* (I’ve Had) The Time of My Life ($1.49)
* Dance, Dance ($1.49)
* I Love Rock N Roll ($1.49)
* Irresistible ($1.49)
* My Immortal ($1.49)
* Put Your Records On ($1.49)
* Spoonman ($1.49)
* Sweet Caroline ($1.49)
* The Joker and the Thief ($1.49)
* The Spirit of Radio ($1.49)
* Youth Gone Wild ($1.49)Fle sizes: 15 MB – 58 MB
Rock Band
Build your Rock Band library by purchasing these song game tracks. For song credits, visit www.RockBand.com.* “Black”— Pearl Jam ($1.99)
* “Deep”— Pearl Jam ($1.99)
* “Even Flow”— Pearl Jam ($1.99)
* “Garden”— Pearl Jam ($1.99)
* “Jeremy”— Pearl Jam ($1.99)
* “Master/Slave”— Pearl Jam ($1.99)
* “Oceans”— Pearl Jam ($1.99)
* “Once”— Pearl Jam ($1.99)
* “Porch”— Pearl Jam ($1.99)
* “Release”— Pearl Jam ($1.99)
* “Why Go”— Pearl Jam ($1.99)
* Ten Album — Pearl Jam – ($17.99) – Build your Rock Band library by purchasing this song game album: Ten (Album) – Pearl Jam. Some tracks in this album are instrument-only and cannot be played by vocalists. Please make sure you have the latest Rock Band update.File sizes: 16 MB – 51 MB (singles), 382 MB (album)
Guitar Hero World Tour
For all song credits please visit www.guitarhero.com.* “The James Bond Theme” performed by Richard Fortus ($1.99)
* “C-Lebrity” by Queen + Paul Rodgers ($1.99)
* “Fat Bottomed Girls” by Queen ($1.99)
* “We Are The Champions” by Queen ($1.99)
* Queen Track Pack ($5.49) – Downloadable Track Pack for Guitar Hero World Tour featuring “C-Lebrity” by Queen + Paul Rodgers and “Fat Bottomed Girls” and “We Are The Champions” by Queen. Please Note: Many songs are available both as singles and as part of a Track Pack, so please carefully consider your purchases before downloading.File sizes: 36 MB – 45 MB (singles), 118 MB – 136 MB (track pack)
Game Videos (free)Pulse 3/26 Edition
File sizes: 184 MB (HD) 312 MB (1080)F.E.A.R. to F.E.A.R. 2 Trailer
File size: 97 MBMeet the Red Alert 3: Ultimate Edition Dev Team
File size: 196 MB (1080)Winter Dew Tour Videos (x8)
File size: 65 – 151 MB (HD), 96 – 256 MB (1080)Black Freighter Bonus Clip Video
File size: 64 MB (SD)Movie and Blu-ray Disc Trailers (free)
Seven Pounds Blu-ray Disc Trailer
File size: 68 MB (HD) 95 MB (1080)PS3 Themes
PAIN: El Chile Grande Theme (free)
File size: 2.50 MBMLB Team Themes – Pack 3 (x5) (includes Astros, Blue Jays, Cardinals, Dodgers and Marlins)
File sizes: 1.65 MB – 1.67 MBDisgaea 3 – Defender of Earth Custom Theme ($0.99)
File Size: 2.31 MBCeltic Maidens ($1.49)
File size: 4.22 MBGamer Girlz ($1.49)
File size: 5.47 MBChinese Fighting Dragons ($1.49)
File size: 6.06 MBArctic Penguins ($1.49)
File size: 5.10 MB
Wallpaper (free)Rag Doll Kung Fu: Fists of Plastic Hip Wallpaper
File size: 210 KBTom Clancy’s EndWar European Federation Wallpaper (x4)
File sizes: 2.46 MB – 3.48 MBPlayStation Store for PSP
Downloadable Games* Platypus ($9.99) (also available from PS3 storefront)
In Platypus, you’ll guide your ship through 30 side-scrolling, challenging and action-packed levels. Play in either single-player or multiplayer game modes that keep you on your toes! In this ground-breaking, side-scrolling adventure, you’ll travel through unique, hand-molded 3D clay graphics, collect electrifying power-ups and fend off invading enemy forces, while destroying everything in your path.
ESRB Rated E
File size: 27 MBGame Demos (free)
* Dynasty Warriors: Strikeforce Demo (also available from PS3 storefront)
Now up to four friends can join together to form a “Strikeforce” with history’s mightiest warriors. Featuring new quests that can be played as a single player or as a team, heart-pounding “air” fighting techniques, new “Fury” transformations, completely re-designed levels with massive bosses, and downloadable content, Dynasty Warriors: Strikeforce will forever change the Dynasty Warriors universe.
File size: 211 MB
Game Videos (free)* Pulse 3/26 Edition
File size: 29 MB* Mercury Meltdown Trailer 2
File size: 23 MB* Winter Dew Tour Videos (x8)
File sizes: 11 MB – 27 MBPSP Themes
* MLB Team Themes – Pack 3 (x5) (includes Astros, Blue Jays, Cardinals, Dodgers and Marlins) (also available from PS3 storefront) (free)
File sizes: 539 KB – 543 KB* Celtic Maidens 1 ($0.99) (also available from PS3 storefront)
File size: 629 KB* Celtic Maidens 2 ($0.99) (also available from PS3 storefront)
File size: 641 KB* Gamer Girlz ($1.49) (also available from PS3 storefront)
File size: 351 KB* Chinese Fighting Dragons ($1.49) (also available from PS3 storefront)
File size: 410 KB* Arctic Penguins ($1.49) (also available from PS3 storefront)
File size: 479 KB
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