NA Games:
- No new releases
Asia Games:
Yikes. Japan really knows how to make us jealous, don't they?
Worldwide PSP releases for the week of July 20
NA Games:
Asia Games:
Yikes. Japan really knows how to make us jealous, don't they?
Deal: Buy one PlayStation product, get another 50% off
[Thanks, Brent S.!]
Deal: Final Fantasy Tactics for $20
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Worldwide PSP releases for the week of July 13
As E3 is a-coming, we expected to have a more barren list of releases for this week. It seems that we were quite wrong about that. New games include anime platforming coming from the big-headed kids of Code Lyoko. NCAA 2009 represents the sports games, while that Go! Explore device thing-a-ma-jig is finally coming out in Europe.NA Games:
EU Games:
Asian Games:
Meanwhile, in Japan, Gundam continues to be milked dry. At the same time, there's more school-based romantic adventures in the form of HimeHibi. Oh, just when will we ever see a Gundam romance game?
Worldwide PSP releases for the week of July 6
NA Games:
- No new releases
Asian Games:
Japan is finally getting God of War: Chains of Olympus. Also, the sight of Nobunaga's Ambition there makes this blogger question when will Koei ever bring a real Ambition game to the States? Nobunaga's Ambition: Rise to Power on the PS2 doesn't count; it's essentially Kessen with slightly more micromanagement. Oh the questions we hardcore gamers ask sometimes ...
PSP games go on sale at amazon.com
- The Golden Compass for $7
- Gangs of London for $10
- MLB 07 The Show for $10
- WTF: Work Time Fun for $10
- NBA 08 for $14
- Viewtiful Joe: Red Hot Rumble for $15
- Xiaolin Showdown for $19
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Worldwide PSP releases for the week of June 29
There's nothing this week for North Americans. Seems we're slipping back into the dark ages again. However, John Koller says a dark age is not on the verge. He says the titles are coming. Hear that people? The titles are coming. We're looking forward to a PSP renaissance.NA Games:
- No new releases
Asian Games:
Elsewhere in the world, since there are places other than North America, we're seeing a lot of stuff that isn't really "new" per se.
Worldwide PSP releases for the week of June 22
This week has a healthy set of games. It's always nice to pencil in a game name or two instead of "no new releases," which, if you've been following this weekly post every Sunday, is something we got used to seeing. As the summer movies come in, so will their games; hence, why we have both Hellboy and Wall-E this week.NA Games:
EU Games:
Asian Games:
- Ken to Mahou to Gakuen Mono
- Shinkyouku Soukai Polyphonica 0-4 Hanashi Full Pack
- Winning Post 6 2008
- World Neverland Olerud Okoku Monogatari & Pluto Kyouwakoku Monogatari 2 in 1 Portable
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Worldwide PSP releases for the week of June 15
PSP releases are much better this week. There's a solid lineup for all major regions. Whether you want to shoot up aliens or sneak around in a robo tux, the option is there for you to choose.NA Games:
EU Games:
- ATV Offroad Fury 4 Pro
- Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII (Special Edition)
- Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII PSP Bundle
We can say we're quite jealous of the Crisis Core bundle that Europe is getting. Then again, we've already been playing the game for the past three months.
Deal of the Day: Downstream Panic! for $15
Fans of PSP's LocoRoco would heed our advice and find a copy of Atari's lovable Downstream Panic!. This PSP-exclusive puzzle game has stylish graphics, and fun gameplay -- yet never got the attention it deserved. Yes, this is another fantastic exclusive that was ignored, left to cry by the wayside.Now that this innovative fish-saving game (seriously) has dropped to $15 on amazon.com, you have almost no choice not to buy it. Word to wise, however. In spite its ridiculously cute looks, this is one incredibly challenging puzzle game.
[Via CAG]
Worldwide PSP releases for the week of June 8
No new releases for this week in North America. That's okay for us. We'll be too busy playing Metal Gear Solid 4 on our PS3s anyway. Besides, next week's releases are going to be great, so wait it out one more week ladies and gentlemen. Europe on the other hand is getting the most love for this week:NA Games:
- No new releases
Asian Games:
Pretty good week for Europe. It actually turns out that LEGO Indy is releasing this week. These silly retail dates; they keep jumping around everywhere. Thank God that World Championship Cards has shipped and we won't have to write about that again. Doh, we just did.
Deal of the Day: Every Extend Extra for $13
Cult shooter Every Extend Extra may not have reached the same acclaim as Q Entertainment's other PSP game, Lumines, but it's a pretty solid addition to one's PSP collection. In Every Extend Extra, players must strategically blow themselves up and create chains to damage enemies. The unique visuals and hypnotic soundtrack create a surreal experience. But be warned! The game is relentlessly difficult (unlike the XBLA sequel).You can get it for $13 shipped at Play-Asia. It's a rather interesting PSP exclusive, so you may want to give it a try.
[Via CAG]
PSP game tops Japanese charts, not Monster Hunter
Konami's Jikkyou Powerful Pro Yakyuu Portable 3, a baseball title, has topped Japan's weekly software charts this week. With a staggering 117,000 units sold, the game has sold double the amount of units over last week's top spot Pro Yakyuu Team o Tsukurou! (another baseball game) for the Nintendo DS.Other PSP games are doing well. Monster Hunter Portable 2nd G is still in the charts since its release back in March. It has, however, dropped down from second place to fifth with 45,000 units sold this week. Valhalla Knights 2 pops up on the chart at number eight with 32,000 units sold. While all these third party titles are doing well in Japan, seeing such strength and support in Western markets is going to be harder to find.
PSP needs more third party titles
There's no doubt in our minds that this gaming drought surely needs to end. First party titles have been quite good in keeping us PSP gamers entertained, but what happened with third party titles? There has been a significant drop of PSP third party titles since the initial years of portable PlayStation and we're wondering where the future of PSP software is heading.Pocket Gamer is thinking the same as they've asked their readers on what third party titles they would like to see appear on the PSP. The answers have been varied and, perhaps, this means there's still lots of options for developers to play around with. We know our own readers are quite vocal about what games they want, too, so we're posing the same question onto you. What sort of third party titles do you want to see on the PSP?
