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Another great update on the PSN, I am really loving these weekly doses of downloadable content, and it is nice to see a demo on the list. We have the highly anticipated SIXAXIS bowling game High Velocity Bowling, add-on content for Folklore (yay!), Motorstorm and Rock Band (Ozzzzyyyyy!!!).
We also have a Timeshift Demo, some videos, custom themes (finally) and last but certainly not least, the classic PSOne game Wild Arms. A great update as I said, now for my wishlist next week: I would like a Home open Beta, Unreal Tournament 3 demo and DivX support.
Note, unless it says (free) next to the title there is a cost associated with the content, login to your region's PSN store to see the cost to purchase the features/games/content.
Downloadable Games
High Velocity Bowling
High Velocity Bowling is an original PSN game that uses the SIXAXIS controller to simulate a genuine bowling swing with real lane environments, providing a truly next-gen bowling game. Players will compete to unlock 8 distinctive characters and progress through eight themed alleys on their way to bowling domination.
Add-on Game Content
Folklore Add-On #1 “The Kidnapped Folk”
This Folklore add-on includes four additional side quests, which take place during the events of the original game, plus an extra Folk to capture and an alternative costume for Ellen.
Folklore Add-On #2 “Bottom of the Sea”
This Folklore add-on includes four additional side quests, which take place during the events of the original game, plus an extra Folk to capture and an alternative costume for Keats.
Folklore Add-On Bundle #1
Get the two Folklore Add-Ons for one bundled price.
This Folklore Add-On Bundle includes- “The Kidnapped Folk” and the “Bottom of the Sea” Add-Ons. Each includes four side quests, plus an extra Folk to capture and an alternative costumes for both Ellen and Keats.
MotorStorm Falfer Domino
Increase your range of MotorStorm vehicles with this unique ride.
Rock Band
Rock out with a reasonable facsimile of Ozzy and the band by getting “N.I.B.,” “Sweet Leaf,” and “War Pigs,” as made famous by Black Sabbath. Black Sabbath Track Pack 01 includes all three songs.
* “War Pigs” – Black Sabbath
* “Sweet Leaf” – Black Sabbath
* “N.I.B.” – Black Sabbath
* Black Sabbath Track Pack 01
Demos
TimeShift Multiplayer Demo (free)
A multiplayer demo of the Timeshift game, use your time altering powers as you play against others on the PSN
PS one Classics for PS3 / PSP
Wild Arms
The original Wild Arms was a great game on the PSone and can now be yours on the PS3 and PSP. The metal demons, legendary destroyers of Filgaia are returning. You must destroy these demons of ruin and save the world from destruction.
Game Videos
GTA IV – Trailer 3 “Move up, ladies” (free)
Grand Theft Auto fans get their next look at one of the best-selling game series of all time. This trailer shows some story points and highlights the fact that the charcaters actually animate! Articulating hands! Available in HD resolution.
MGS4 – TGS 2007 Trailer (free)
The Tokyo Game Show 2007 trailer of Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots features a montage of characters and offers a candid look at the game’s narrative – the epic, final chapter of the Solid Snake saga. Available in HD resolution.
Uncharted “Environments” Video (free)
Take a deeper look into the technology behind the amazing environments seen in Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune. Available in HD resolution.
TimeShift FPS Video 3 (free)
Watch this series of videos on how you can Master Time to Become the Ultimate Weapon! Available in HD resolution.
Turok Interview Trailer 1 (free)
Join us as we speak to Josh Bridge, Lead Level Designer for Turok, about his experience developing the game and his thoughts on A.I., game strategy and his favorite aspects of the game. Available in SD and HD resolution.
Battlefield “Frostbite” Video (free)
Get behind the doors of Battlefield: Bad Company with DICE’s Karl Magnus Troedsson as he leads you through the new Frostbite game engine. With commentary from his colleagues, the true depth and potential of Frostbite is revealed through exclusive game play. See how each part of the Frostbite engine was designed to bring out even the smallest details and mesh it all into one unique experience. Available in HD resolution.
Movie and Blu-ray Disc Trailers
The Legend of Zorro Blu-ray Disc Trailer (free)
Despite trying to keep his swashbuckling to a minimum, a threat to California’s pending statehood causes the adventure-loving Alejandro de la Vega (Antonio Banderas) – and his wife, Elena (Catherine Zeta-Jones) – to take action. Available in Full HD resolution.
PS3 Themes
Ratchet & Clank: ToD Theme (free)
Customize your PS3 system with a cool Ratchet and Clank Future: ToD theme. This theme allows you to change up the look of your background and XMB icons. Download today!
Uncharted Theme (free)
Customize your PS3 system with a cool Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune theme. This theme allows you to change up the look of your background and XMB icons. Download today!
