PlayStation Store Update Thursday

by Mike Bendel February 14, 2008 @ 6:17 pm


The weekly PlayStation Store update kicks off with the release of a free downloadable demo for Sony’s upcoming PSP rhythm-based platformer Patapon. Joining Patapon is a playable demo of MLB 08: The Show for both the PlayStation 3 and PSP.

Rounding out this week’s relatively low-key update are three new Rock Band tracks, all of which are available in a bundle package for $5.50, along with downloadable PSP title Twisted Metal: Head On. Oh, and don’t forget the usual assortment of game videos, trailers, and wallpapers.

Hit the jump for the full listing of content.

PS3 Store

Add-on Game Content

Rock Band
Build your Rock Band library by purchasing these song game tracks. (Arguably) Punk Pack 2 includes all three songs. For song credits, visit www.RockBand.com.

* “Truth Hits Everybody” – The Police ($1.99)
* “Teenage Lobotomy” – The Ramones ($1.99)
* “Complete Control” – The Clash ($1.99)
* (Arguably) Punk Pack 2 ($5.49)

File sizes: 10.9 MB – 24.3 MB (singles), 55.9 MB (Track Pack).

Demos

MLB 08 The Show Demo
There is a reason why ESPN Magazine claims MLB 08 The Show is “the most realistic baseball game ever created” – because it is. But don’t take our word for it – get your own hands-on experience with the MLB 08 The Show. Nothing Gets You Closer.
File size: 1.01 GB
ESRB Rated E

Game Videos

MLB 08 Road To The Show Tutorial
There’s a reason many gaming editors are saying “(The Show) is the best baseball franchise ever created”. But take a look for yourself with a first look as the team heads into spring training for the 2008 season. MLB 08 The Show: Nothing Gets You Closer.
File size: 56 MB (HD)

LittleBigPlanet Create-A-Level
PLAY, CREATE, and SHARE with LittleBigPlanet! Imagine a world with no limits – a world that’s yours to shape, build and explore. Imagine the possibilities, then jump head first into the reality. LittleBigPlanet puts the power of absolute creation into your own hands. If you can see it, you can enhance it. If you can’t see it, you can invent it.
File size: 79 MB (HD)

Tony Hawk’s Proving Ground – Launch Trailer (free)
File size: 46 MB (HD)

Conflict: Denied Ops Diary 2 (free)
In this developer diary Dave Cullinane, Environment Art Manager at Pivotal Games, gives some insight into the design process behind creating some of the locations featured in the new co-op FPS, Conflict: Denied Ops.
File size: 539 MB (HD)

Conflict: Denied Ops Diary 3 (free)
In this developer diary hear from James Nicholls, Senior Designer at Pivotal Games, as he discusses the artificial intelligence, co-op gameplay design and multiplayer modes used in Conflict: Denied Ops.
File size: 626 MB (HD)

Burnout Accolades Trailer (free)
Burnout Paradise is the first hit of 2008 and the press just can’t get enough of it! Check out some new gameplay footage and see what the critics have to say about Burnout Paradise in the newest trailer!
File size: 82 MB (HD)

Turok “Weapons” Trailer (free)
From Quiet Kill stealth to all guns blazing, Turok offers over 13 different weapons for you to choose how to fight. Each weapon also has a secondary feature that gives you critical options in the heat of combat. Gameplay Vignette #5 showcases these weapons in all of their glory.
File size: 12 MB (SD), 41 MB (HD), 44 MB (1080)

Turok “Creatures” Trailer (free)
Turok gameplay vignette #4 features the most lifelike dinosaurs available on next-gen. Experience the clenching of raptor jaws, the enormity of a T-rex battle, and the excitement of going head-to-head with a variety of creature enemies. Your mission? Survive at all costs.
File size: 12 MB (SD), 43 MB (HD), 56 MB (1080)
Movie and Blu-ray Disc Trailers

The Ruins Trailer (free)
Based on the terrifying best-seller by Scott Smith, “The Ruins” follows a group of friends who become entangled in a brutal struggle for survival after visiting a remote archaeological dig in the Mexican jungle – where they discover something deadly living among the ruins.
File size: 15 MB (SD), 54 MB (HD), 71 MB (1080)
PS3 Themes

Super Stardust HD Theme (free)
Customize your PS3 system with a cool Super Stardust HD theme. This theme allows you to change up the look of your background and XMB icons.
File size: 3.77 MB

PSP/PC Store

Downloadable Games

* Twisted Metal: Head On ($14.99)
Demos (free)

* Patapon Demo
* MLB 08 The Show Demo

Game Videos (free)

* Twisted Metal: Head On Behind The Scenes 3
* Twisted Metal: Head On Behind The Scenes 4

PSP Wallpaper (free)

* Twisted Metal HO Wallpaper #2

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