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Vancouver Olympics demo on XBLM

December 14th, 2009 at 03:15pm Under Xbox 360

Sega has released a demo of Vancouver 2010 – The Official Video Game of the Olympic Winter Games. We’re not sure about the gameplay, but the title definitely deserves a medal. Come on, it has the word “game” in it twice. As for the demo, it has a sample of one of the Olympic sim’s fourteen different modes, as well as the Landing Zone challenge. If you think your well-trained thumbs are up to the task, the demo can be yours for only 684MB of free space.

Shortcut: Download the Vancouver 2010 [via Xbox.com]

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Dante’s Inferno Divine Edition revealed exclusively for PS3, demo now available on PSN

December 11th, 2009 at 01:23am Under PS3

EA and Visceral Games have announced the Dante’s Inferno ‘Divine Edition’ exclusively for the PS3.

The Divine Edition will include developer commentaries, a Wayne Barlowe digital art book, the game’s soundtrack as well as a digital version of the Longfellow translation of Dante Alighieri’s Inferno. The Divine Edition will cost $59.99 and will be available to all gamers who purchase the game on the PS3.

In addition to the special edition, PS3 gamers will today have exclusive access to the demo for Dante’s Inferno. The demo is available to download for free on the PlayStation Network. Xbox 360 gamers will only be able to download the demo on Xbox Live on the 24th of December.

The demo, titled ‘Gates of Hell,’ promises to give gamers a preview of Dante’s journey through the nine circles of hell. Gamers will “experience Dante Alighieri’s re-imagined past, as a crusader who returns home to Florence to discover his true love, Beatrice, murdered. Sworn to her rescue, Dante must journey to the Gates of Hell and beyond to battle undead monstrosities, unholy boss demons, and Death himself.”

Dante’s Inferno is a game based on the literary works of Dante Alighieri and sees protagonist Dante being led down the nine circles of hell on a quest to save his beloved Beatrice. The game will be available on the Xbox 360, PS3 and PSP from the 9th of February in the US, and February 12th in Europe.

“We are thrilled to offer an exclusive game pack for PlayStation 3 gamers,” said Jonathan Knight, Executive Producer for Dante’s Inferno. “The PlayStation platform has a long history of delivering AAA action/adventure games. Adding Dante’s Inferno to that rich catalogue is very exciting for the team. And with the demo now available on the PlayStation Network, players can finally get a taste of what awaits them in the full game on Feb 9th.”

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Rumor: Splinter Cell Conviction demo coming in January

December 10th, 2009 at 06:50pm Under Xbox 360

As you might imagine, it’s kind of hard to believe the words coming out of someone’s mouth when a gold wrestling championship belt is gleaming in our eyes, which is why we’re not sure what to believe coming from the mysterious “Adam” regarding a possible Splinter Cell Conviction demo coming this January. Seen with the Hip-Hop Gamer in a video after the break, Adam — a gentleman who Ubisoft wouldn’t confirm to us is an actual employee — seemingly announces the existence of an upcoming Conviction demo.

When asked by the eccentric interviewer about the possibility, Adam responds, “It’s coming out in January, and then the actual game: February 23rd.” We asked Ubisoft for verification of Adam’s words, and were told by a rep, “I cannot confirm a demo at this time.” So, anyone know Adam?

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Van Halen and Crash Time 3 demos hit XBL

December 8th, 2009 at 08:15pm Under Xbox 360

Major Nelson has revealed that two new demos are available on Xbox Live Marketplace. The first is Guitar Hero: Van Halen. It’s like Guitar Hero, but with Van Halen in it. At this point, if you need more description than that we can’t really help you. The demo is available in all regions.

The other demo is for Crash Time 3. Honestly, how that game ever made it past Crash Time 1 is a mystery we will never solve. The demo is available in European regions only. You can add either demo to your 360 download queue by clicking the links below.

Shortcut: Download the Guitar Hero: Van Helen demo [Via Xbox.com]
Shortcut: Download the Crash Time 3 demo (Europe only) [Via Xbox.com]

Van Halen and Crash Time 3 demos hit XBL originally appeared on Joystiq Xbox on Tue, 08 Dec 2009 19:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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US and European PlayStation Store Update for 03/12: Bayonetta demo Edition

December 4th, 2009 at 01:53am Under PS3+ PSP

The absolute highlight on the US and European PlayStation Stores this week is the demo for Platinum Games’ action adventure game, Bayonetta, which finally gives those of us in the West a glimpse at what the creators of Devil May Cry and Resident Evil have been busy with.

There’s also a bunch of Fight Night 4, LittleBigPlanet, Guitar Hero 5 and Rock Band downloadable content (DLC), loads of interesting videos and more.

Browse through the full list of content available now on both the European and US PlayStation Stores below (now including content for the PSP and PSPgo):

European PlayStation Store Update

Special Price Offers (from 3rd December until the 17th of December)

Killzone 2 – Flash and Thunder Pack (was – £4.79/€5.99 now – £2.39/€2.99)
Killzone 2 – Map Pack Bundle (was – £9.99/€12.99 now – £7.99/€9.99)
SOCOM Confrontation (was – £19.99/€29.99 now – £14.99/€19.99)
The Last Guy (was – £6.29/€7.99 now – £3.99/€4.99)
Dark Mist (was – £6.29/€7.99 now – £3.99/€4.99)
Killzone Liberation (PSP) (was – £14.99/€19.99 now – £7.99/€9.99)
MediEvil Resurrection (PSP) (was – £14.99/€19.99 now – £7.99/€9.99)
Gangs of London (PSP) (was – £14.99/€19.99 now – £7.99/€9.99)
Need for Speed: Most Wanted 5-1-0 (PSP) (was – £15.99/€19.99 now – £11.99/€14.99)
Need for Speed: ProStreet (PSP) (was – £15.99/€19.99 now – £11.99/€14.99)

PSone (emulated for PS3 and PSP)

Peter Pan: Adventures in Neverland (£3.99/€4.99)

Demo

Bayonetta Demo
Topatoi Demo

Add-On Game Content

Fight Night Round 4
- Champions Pack II – Bernard Hopkins (£1.59/€1.99)
- Champions Pack II – Evander Holyfield (£1.59/€1.99)
- Champions Pack II – Sonny Liston (£1.59/€1.99)
- Champions Pack II – Old School Rules (£3.19/€3.99)
- Champions Pack II – Ring Rivalries (£1.59/€1.99)
- Champions Pack II Bundle (contains all packs above) (£7.99/€9.99)
Operation Flashpoint – Dragon Rising Skirmish Pack (£3.19/€3.99)
Need for Speed: Shift – Team Racing (free)
LittleBigPlanet
- Assassin’s Creed II Ezio Auditore Costume (£1.59/€1.99)
- Santa Hat and Beard Costume (free)
- Santa Coat and Boots Costume (free)
- Festive Goodies Level Kit (£2.39/€2.99)
Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2 – Juggernaut Playable Character Teaser (compatibility pack) (free)
Buzz! – Rock Idols Pack (£6.29/€7.99)
EyePet
- Christmas Styling Pack (free)
- Emergency Styling Pack (£2.39/€2.99)
- Lucky Dip Styling Pack 6 (free)

Rock Band DLC

Nirvana Pack 02 (£2.49/€3.99)
- Come As You Are (Live From MTV Unplugged) by Nirvana (£0.99/€1.49)
- Lithium (Live At Reading) by Nirvana (£0.99/€1.49)
- Smells Like Teen Spirit by Nirvana (£0.99/€1.49)
Night Ranger Pack 01 (£2.49/€3.99)
- (You Can Still) Rock In America ‘09 by Night Ranger (£0.99/€1.49)
- Don’t Tell Me You Love Me ‘09 by Night Ranger (£0.99/€1.49)
- You’re Gonna Hear From Me by Night Ranger (£0.99/€1.49
Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers Live Anthology Pack 01 (£4.99/€7.99)
- A Thing About You (Live) by Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers (£0.99/€1.49)
- American Girl (Live) by (£0.99/€1.49) Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers (£0.99/€1.49)
- Even The Losers (Live) by (£0.99/€1.49) Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers (£0.99/€1.49)
- Here Comes My Girl (Live) by (£0.99/€1.49) Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers (£0.99/€1.49)
- Mary Janes Last Dance (Live) by (£0.99/€1.49) Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers (£0.99/€1.49)
- Refugee (Live) by (£0.99/€1.49) Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers (£0.99/€1.49)
New Fang by Them Crooked Vultures (£0.99/€1.49)
Miss Independent by Kelly Clarkson (£0.99/€1.49)
Our Lips Are Sealed by The Go-Go’s (£0.99/€1.49)
Who Knew by P!nk (£0.99/€1.49)

Guitar Hero 5 DLC

Fall of Troy Track (£4.39/€5.49)
- A Classic Case of Transference by Fall of Troy (£1.59/€1.99)
- Panic Attack By Fall of Troy (£1.59/€1.99)
- Single By Fall of Troy (£1.59/€1.99)

Videos (free)

Motion Comics
- Uncharted 2 – The Eye of Indra Episode 3 (£0.79/€0.99)
- Uncharted 2 – The Eye of Indra Episode 4 (£0.79/€0.99)
GT Academy 2010 Trailer
Blue Toad Murder Files Teaser Trailer
Ratchet & Clank: A Crack in Time Construction Weapons Trailer
Fairytale Fights Gameplay Trailers
Fairytale Fights Gamescom Trailer
Fairytale Fights Launch Trailer
Fairytale Fights Retail Trailers
Fairytale Fights Teaser Trailers
Bruno Blu-Ray Trailer

Wallpapers

Assassin’s Creed II Wallpaper 2
VidZone Groove Armada Wallpaper

PlayStation Store via PSP and Media Go

Special Price Offers (from 3rd December until the 17th of December)

Killzone Liberation (PSP) (was – £14.99/€19.99 now – £7.99/€9.99)
MediEvil Resurrection (PSP) (was – £14.99/€19.99 now – £7.99/€9.99)
Gangs of London (PSP) (was – £14.99/€19.99 now – £7.99/€9.99)
Need for Speed Most Wanted 5-1-0: (PSP) (was – £15.99/€19.99 now – £11.99/€14.99)
Need for Speed: ProStreet (PSP) (was – £15.99/€19.99 now – £11.99/€14.99)

Downloadable Games (also available via the PS3 store)

Elemental Monster TD Portable (£6.29/€7.99)
Capcom Classics Collection (£15.99/€19.99)

Demo

LittleBigPlanet Demo (free)

minis (also available via the PS3 store)

Stand O’Food (£3.99/€4.99)

PSone (emulated for PS3 and PSP)

Peter Pan: Adventures in Neverland (£3.99/€4.99)

Videos (free)

Beaterator Full Intro Trailer
Beaterator Timbaland Sessions
Elemental Monster TD Portable Trailer

US PlayStation Store Update

Qore

Qore Episode 19: December 2009 ($2.99)
Qore Annual Subscription: December 2009 ($24.99)

Downloadable Games

Call Of Duty Classic ($14.99)
Call Of Duty Classic – French Version ($14.99) (Canada Store only)

PSone Classics: PS3/PSP

Command & Conquer: Red Alert Retaliation ($5.99)
Resident Evil 3: Nemesis ($5.99)

Game Demos (free)

Bayonetta Demo
Fairytale Fights Demo

Add-on Game Content

LittleBigPlanet DLC
- LittleBigPlanet LBP Santa Coat and Trousers (free)
- LittleBigPlanet LBP Santa Hat and Beard (free)
- LittleBigPlanet Festive Pack ($2.99)
- LittleBigPlanet LittleBigPlanet Assassin’s Creed II Costume ($1.99)
Dress Sackboy as Ezio from Assassin’s Creed II!
BUZZ! Question Pack: Rock Idols ($7.99)
BUZZ!: Quiz World game modes.
Fight Night Round 4 DLC
- Fight Night Round 4 Champions Pack II ($9.99)
- Fight Night Round 4 Ring Rivalries ($1.99)
- Fight Night Round 4 Old School Rules ($3.99)
- Fight Night Round 4 Bernard Hopkins ($1.99)
- Fight Night Round 4 Evander Holyfield ($1.99)
- Fight Night Round 4 Sonny Liston ($1.99)
Operation Flash Point: Dragon Rising Skirmish Pack ($4.99)
Tekken 6 Samurai DLC Pack (free)

Guitar Hero 5 DLC

The Fall of Troy Track Pack ($5.49)
- A Classic Case of Transference by The Fall of Troy ($1.99)
- Panic Attack by The Fall of Troy ($1.99)
- Single by The Fall of Troy ($1.99)

Rock Band DLC

New Fang — Them Crooked Vultures ($1.99)
Night Ranger Pack 1 ($5.49)
- You’re Gonna Hear From Me — Night Ranger ($1.99)
- (You Can Still) Rock in America — Night Ranger ($1.99)
- Don’t Tell Me You Love Me — Night Ranger ($1.99)
Nirvana Pack 2 ($5.49)
- Come As You Are (Live From MTV Unplugged) — Nirvana ($1.99)
- Lithium (Live at Reading) — Nirvana ($1.99)
- Smells Like Teen Spirit — Nirvana ($1.99)

Game Videos (free)

Pulse 12/3 Edition
Gravity Crash Dev. Tutorial Video
UNCHARTED 2: Among Thieves – Behind the Scenes Video 7
UNCHARTED 2: Among Thieves – Behind the Scenes Video 8
UNCHARTED 2: Among Thieves – Behind the Scenes Video 9

Themes

Bikini Nurse Girl Hook-Ups Theme ($1.99)
Catfight Girl Hook-Ups Theme ($1.99)
Super Cop Hook-Ups Theme ($1.99)
Santa’s Sexy Helpers Theme ($1.49)

Wallpaper (free)

topatoi: Wallpaper 4

PlayStation Store for PSP

Downloadable Games (also available from PS3 storefront)

Beta Bloc ($4.99)
Super Pocket Tennis ($4.99)
MX vs ATV Reflex ($29.99)

Game Videos (free)

Pulse 12/3 Edition
Gravity Crash Dev. Tutorial Video

PSP Themes

Bikini Nurse Girl Hook-Ups PSP Theme ($1.99) (also available from PS3 storefront)
Catfight Girl Hook-Ups PSP Theme ($1.99) (also available from PS3 storefront)
Santa’s Sexy Helpers PSP Theme ($0.99) (also available from PS3 storefront)
Super Cop Hook-ups PSP Theme ($1.99) (also available from PS3 storefront)

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Bayonetta demo brings climax action to XBLM

December 3rd, 2009 at 04:15pm Under Xbox 360

Here’s a friendly little reminder for all the climax action fans out there: The previously announced Bayonetta demo has arrived on Xbox Live Marketplace. We’ve been able to spend some time with the demo, and it’s probably safe to say that Devil May Cry and Ninja Gaiden players out there have something to look forward to. But you don’t have to take out word for it, because you can try it yourself. Amazing world we live in, isn’t it?

Shortcut: Download the Bayonetta demo [Via Xbox.com]

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Gran Turismo 5 time trial demo arrives this month

December 3rd, 2009 at 09:41am Under PS3

From a post by Gran Turismo European Brand Manager, Penrose Tackie, on the European PlayStation Blog, PS3 owners will be able to sample Gran Turismo 5 this month with the launch of GT Academy 2010 on December 17th.

Through a downloadable Gran Tursimo 5 time trial demo, users will be able to post their best times, and if you measure up, you could be on your way to qualify for an entry into the GT Academy to race real-life cars around real-life circuits!

The time trial features two versions of the Nissan 370Z, and you can watch a quick video talking about the history of the GT Academy below:

There’s a bunch more information on the blog post, as well as a list of participating countries, so check it out over here.

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Dante’s Inferno demo on PSN Dec. 10, XBLM Dec. 24

December 1st, 2009 at 03:00pm Under Xbox 360

There are plenty of beloved Christmas Eve traditions observed across the globe. Whether it’s roasting chestnuts or watching the Christmas Story marathon, everyone’s got a different way of marking the arrival of St. Nick. EA’s hoping that the 360 owners among you will start a brand new, equally-sentimental tradition as it releases a demo of Dante’s Inferno for XBLM on Dec. 24. The sample includes the entire first level of Dante’s demonic journey into hell and goes great with eggnog.

Those preferring PSN will get the demo on Dec. 10, a date which has the dual benefit of (1) being two weeks earlier and (2) not making the baby Jesus cry.

Dante’s Inferno demo on PSN Dec. 10, XBLM Dec. 24 originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 01 Dec 2009 14:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Dante’s Inferno demo available this month, first on PS3, next on Xbox 360

December 1st, 2009 at 12:27pm Under PS3+ PSP

EA has let the word out that their upcoming action adventure game Dante’s Inferno will receive a demo later this month, first on the PS3 and then on Xbox 360 a little later.

Dante’s Inferno is a game based on the literary works of Dante Alighieri and sees protagonist Dante being led down the nine circles of hell on a quest to save his beloved Beatrice. From the press release:

“In the demo of Dante’s Inferno, players are introduced to Dante Alighieri’s re-imagined past as a crusader who returns home to Florence to discover his true love, Beatrice, murdered. As her soul escapes her body, she is kidnapped by the dark shadow form of Lucifer.

“Sworn to her rescue, Dante must journey to the Gates of Hell and beyond to battle undead monstrosities, unholy boss demons, and Death himself. Offering a glimpse into the vast world of Dante’s Inferno, the demo serves as a prelude to the player’s perilous journey to the inner bowels of hell.”

The full game will release on Xbox 360, PS3 and PSP from the 9th of February in the US, and February 12th in Europe.

The demo for Dante’s Inferno will become available on the PlayStation Network on December 10th, and then on Xbox LIVE on December 24th.

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European PlayStation Store Update for 26/11: Dracula, Madden and Zombie Island Edition

November 26th, 2009 at 10:22am Under PS3+ PSP

The European PlayStation Store update heading out today is chock-full of interesting content, including a PSP mini game by the name of Dracula: Undead Awakening, a PS3 downloadable game called Madden NFL Arcade, demos for Comet Crash and Mushroom Wars, Fallout 3 downloadable content (DLC), the Borderlands Zombie Island DLC, Dragon Ball: Raging Blast DLC, and much more.

Browse through the full list of new PlayStation Store content (Europe only) below:

Downloadable Game

Madden NFL Arcade (£9.99/€12.99)

PSone (emulated for PS3 and PSP)

Lilo and Stitch: Trouble in Paradise (£3.99/€4.99)

Demo (free)

Comet Crash Demo
Mushroom Wars Demo

Add-On Game Content

Borderlands – Zombie Island (£6.29/€7.99)
Fallout 3
- Broken Steel (€7.99)
- Operation Anchorage (€7.99)
- The Pitt (€7.99)
- Point Lookout (€7.99)
- Mothership Zeta (€7.99)
Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2 – Character and Mission Pack (£7.99/€9.99)
Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 – Costume Pack (£3.19/€3.99)
Dragon Ball Raging Blast – Warriors on Earth Pack (free)
EyePet – Lucky Dip Styling Pack 6 (free)
LittleBigPlanet – Limited Edition LBP for PSP T-Shirt (£3.99/€4.99)