PlayStation as a platform has existed for over 15 years now, and is older than my niece by 14 months. So it's not too hard to imagine that over the course of the brand's existence that a PlayStation of some sort was the first platform for many a gamer. Some of you reading may be young enough to say that the PS2 was your first game machine. But if you're reading this, that leads me to believe th... more.

It's not really surprising to hear SCEA's CEO Jack Tretton discuss Killzone 3. After all, the company put millions of dollars into funding Killzone 2 and the software launch was a complete success in comparison to the money put in. However, last night, Tretton confirmed that Killzone 3 is on the horizon but didn't give mention as to when you could expect it. "You know, we own Guerrilla Studios, a... more.

Last night on GameTrailers TV, SCEA CEO Jack Tretton took to the stage to discuss a myriad of topics ranging from E3 to charging for PlayStation Network online. One of the things that has concerned PS3 owners the most is the potential to be charged to play online in the future, despite the reassurances that online play will always remain free. Tretton was questioned about it and had this to say... more.

For those with a PlayStation Portable, when's the last the time you asked yourself, "I wonder if I can use my PSP as a proper educational tool?" If you haven't, fear not, because someone else has been asking that question for you. ConnectedED, a division group of Sony UK, has been marketing the ways PlayStation products can be used as educational tools. ConnectedED has come up with a project ca... more.

Akysys Games, publisher of the wildly popular 2D fighter BlazBlue has made their intentions clear. BlazBlue: Continuum Shift is coming to North America in Summer 2010 to be apart of the Playstation 3 library. The sequel of Blazblue: Calamity Trigger by Arc System Works is loaded with a slew of upgrades in the form of three new characters, new moves, new combos, and new modes. Ease your performa... more.

Sony's newly acquired studio Media Molecule is hard at work in bringing new content to owners of the highly successful franchise, LittleBigPlanet. Their latest conquer involves a Hedgehog from a famous SEGA franchise and a bunch of his pals. That's right, Sonic the Hedgehog and friends are preparing to take over the creative world of LittleBigPlanet. Today, the Official US Blog has unveiled bot... more.

Carrie Underwood is finally making her way past the American Idol stage and into our Rock Band weekly downloadable content next week. Despite not being the featured band for the week, it's hard to argue that Underwood is probably the most recognizable name on the list of content on its way. The band featured? Well, that's "X." Who? I had no idea either, so we went with Carrie Underwood in the t... more.

It's awesome to see developers show the love by providing free downloadable content that expands the replay value of a game. Zipper Interactive is taking that initiative next week on March 25th and delivering just that -- DLC to extend the enjoyment of its online shooter, MAG. While we'd normally be head-over-heels for an opportunity at free DLC like Burnout Paradise always provided, this DLC b... more.

This has probably been a well kept secret, but in case you haven't heard, a lot of the Square team from the past would love to remake Final Fantasy VII. I know, it's incredible information that hasn't been cheaply tied to the end of a fishing pole like bait for fanboys and the like to continually push the remake rumors over any edge in sight. As we continue with the leading on of a remake, Fina... more.

It's great to watch a game exceed expectations and deliver an experience beyond the original development point like Heavy Rain has. The majority of you who have played it, have undoubtedly enjoyed the game as the feedback from gamers has been mostly positive with a few bad ones mixed into the pot. This outcome is one that David Cage, creator of Heavy Rain, says was beyond his "craziest dreams." ... more.

The update this week isn't anything too exciting. You have the fifth episode of The Tester to look forward to, but the highlight of it all has to be the expansion pack for Dragon Age: Origins. Other than that, there is some price reductions for such gems as Trine and the standard Rock Band DLC. However, Go owners have been given the opportunity to download a few new games which is always a nice to... more.

A rumour is making the rounds, by way of the latest issue of the Official PlayStation Magazine, that a PlayStation 2 shooter is to have a "triumphant comeback" on the PlayStation 3 in 2011. We're in the enviable position of having some quite intimate knowledge of said shooter.* Connected Consoles brings us the OPM rumour from the magazine's April 2010 issue, where it is written: "One of PS2's ... more.