All Insomniac Games News
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Insomniac 'seriously considered' Resistance 4
Developer says it could have made fourth entry in first-person shooter series but was wary of "franchise fatigue." Full Story
- Posted May 17, 2013 4:58 pm GMT
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Ratchet & Clank: Full Frontal Assault hitting PS Vita May 21
Sony confirms long-delayed portable version of action game launching next week on PlayStation Network. Full Story
- Posted May 17, 2013 2:31 pm GMT
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Fuse not ruled out for Wii U
Insomniac Games CEO also says he'd like to see Nintendo bring more classic franchises to the Wii U. Full Story
- Posted May 14, 2013 12:12 pm GMT
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Fuse demo launching next week
Pre-release trial coming to Xbox 360 and PS3 May 7 with four-player online co-op or two-player split-screen. Full Story
- Posted May 3, 2013 2:22 pm GMT
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Fuse has no online pass or microtransactions
Insomniac Games also reveals a demo for upcoming shooter will be available ahead of launch. Full Story
- Posted Apr 8, 2013 9:35 pm GMT
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Fuse launching May 28
Co-op shooter coming to Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 this spring; preorder bonuses revealed. Full Story
- Posted Mar 23, 2013 9:34 pm GMT
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Ratchet & Clank: Full Frontal Assault Vita delayed again
PlayStation Vita version of action game pushed to spring 2013; Deadlocked for PS3 offered free. Full Story
- Posted Feb 7, 2013 10:30 pm GMT
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Insomniac's Fuse delayed
Insomiac's multiplatform co-op shooter pushed back by at least a month to a release after April 2013. Full Story
- Posted Jan 30, 2013 11:13 pm GMT
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PS Vita Ratchet & Clank: Full Frontal Assault lands January 29
Portable version of action game arrives late next month; free Metropolis multiplayer map also on the way. Full Story
- Posted Dec 18, 2012 4:54 pm GMT
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Ted Price: Industry today is a 'different world'
Insomniac Games CEO says developers have been lucky during the past 20 years with stable industry, but things have now changed. Full Story
- Posted Dec 12, 2012 3:23 pm GMT
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AU Shippin' Out November 26-30: Wii U, Far Cry 3
The Wii U launches in Australia this week! Find out what software will be available on day one. Full Story
- Posted Nov 26, 2012 3:02 am GMT
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PS Vita Ratchet & Clank: Full Frontal Assault delayed
Portable version of action game delayed to January 2013 for polish; PS3 iteration still due November 27. Full Story
- Posted Nov 19, 2012 9:21 pm GMT
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Ratchet & Clank: Full Frontal Assault hits Nov. 27
$20 action game from Insomniac Games comes to PlayStation Store and retail late next month as a Cross Buy title for PS3 and PS Vita. Full Story
- Posted Oct 26, 2012 6:33 pm GMT
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Why Overstrike was renamed Fuse
Insomniac Games creative director Brian Allgeier explains that as development progressed on co-op shooter, a name change "made more sense" due to story elements; no PC version planned. Full Story
- Posted Oct 11, 2012 2:39 pm GMT
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Resistance Collection hits PS3 this winter
$40 compilation pack includes Insomniac's three PlayStation 3 Resistance games with DLC for Resistance 2 and 3. Full Story
- Posted Oct 4, 2012 4:42 pm GMT
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Overstrike renamed Fuse, due March 2013
Insomniac Games rebrands four-player shooter, schedules Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 project to arrive early next year. Full Story
- Posted Sep 12, 2012 3:45 pm GMT
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Insomniac finished with single-player-only games
CEO Ted Price says he "can't imagine" studio will make any more single-player-only games; believes technology advancements have allowed for greater social play. Full Story
- Posted Sep 12, 2012 2:56 pm GMT
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Ratchet & Clank Collection drops August 28
PS3 $30 bundle includes HD updates for first three installments in Sony's sci-fi action platformer series, early access to Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time demo. Full Story
- Posted Jul 16, 2012 11:04 pm GMT
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Batman beats Spider-Man to top of UK chart
Lego Batman 2 beats newcomer The Amazing Spider-Man in comic-book contest for number one; strong Vita sales propel Metal Gear Solid HD Collection into top 10; Spec Ops hits at three. Full Story
- Posted Jul 2, 2012 1:12 pm GMT
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Resistance future uncertain - Sony
Resistance: Burning Skies dev says there are currently "no definitive plans" for the alien-fighting shooter franchise. Full Story
- Posted Jun 25, 2012 8:40 pm GMT
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Ratchet & Clank: Full Frontal Assault hits PSN this fall
Insomniac prepping "fun-sized" downloadable outing for run-and-gun duo, promises to return to series' familiar feel and weapons with new online features. Full Story
- Posted May 30, 2012 5:51 pm GMT
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Resistance dev reveals canceled pinball game
Insomniac reveals it worked on downloadable game 1080Pinball in early 2007 that would be "the most realistic pinball simulation ever"; shut down for unknown reasons. Full Story
- Posted Mar 30, 2012 4:02 pm GMT
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Ratchet & Clank Collection due this fall in North America
PS3 bundle to include remastered versions of original, Going Commando, and Up Your Arsenal; set to arrive first in Europe this spring. Full Story
- Posted Mar 15, 2012 8:29 pm GMT
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Ratchet & Clank HD collection spotted - Report
Amazon France listing suggests high-definition combination pack of PlayStation 2 action titles due out May 16 on PlayStation 3. Full Story
- Posted Mar 2, 2012 2:04 pm GMT
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Resistance 3 official soundtrack now available
Soundtrack distributed by Sumthing Else Music Works; on sale at Best Buy, GameStop, and other retail outlets. Full Story
- Posted Feb 16, 2012 4:10 am GMT
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Insomniac drops Resistance
Overstrike developer won't be making any more entries in Sony-exclusive first-person shooter series, according to CEO Ted Price. Full Story
- Posted Jan 26, 2012 3:39 pm GMT
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No 'right' way to do social games - Insomniac CEO
Q&A: Resistance and Overstrike developer's Ted Price talks about trying to find a foothold in the new world of games with Insomniac Click, whether the social market is a bubble waiting to burst, and launching a new IP with new hardware. Full Story
- Posted Nov 1, 2011 10:49 pm GMT
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Insomniac files for Beast-ly new trademarks
Ratchet & Clank developer applies for rights to use "Space Beasts" and "Galaxy Beasts" in online video games. Full Story
- Posted Oct 24, 2011 6:37 pm GMT
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Big in Japan Sept. 5-11: Tales of Xillia
Namco Bandai's flagship RPG reaches top spot, followed by Resident Evil revivals and Resistance 3; PS3 climbs to top of hardware sales chart. Full Story
- Posted Sep 20, 2011 11:02 am GMT
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Shippin' Out September 4-10: Resistance 3
PS3 has a big week with Insomniac's alt-history shooter, Disgaea 4, Uncharted Dual Pack; Warhammer 40K: Space Marine, Driver: San Francisco, Dead Island, Star Fox 3DS also out. Full Story
- Posted Sep 6, 2011 5:39 pm GMT
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Asia Shippin' Out September 4-10: Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine
The triple-A-title train is steamrolling through this week with intergalactic escapades, road rage, alien invasions, and zombie infestations. Full Story
- Posted Sep 5, 2011 8:06 am GMT
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AU Shippin' Out Sept 5: Resistance 3
Sony takes players on a road trip across America, shooting plenty of aliens along the way. Full Story
- Posted Sep 5, 2011 4:33 am GMT
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Sony showing 18 unannounced PS Vita games at TGS
Publisher's booth will have 31 titles for upcoming portable in total at show; The Last Guardian MIA from 21-game PS3 lineup. Full Story
- Posted Sep 1, 2011 9:31 pm GMT
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Sony 3D monitor hits in November, Resistance 3 now a preorder bonus
Insomniac Games' shooter returns to PlayStation-branded 24-inch display package as early adopter incentive for customers who order by September 30. Full Story
- Posted Aug 29, 2011 9:22 pm GMT
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Game devs get power from the people
PAX 2011: Community managers from Ubisoft, Insomniac, Sucker Punch, and more talk about the future of forums and how to engage the fans. Full Story
- Posted Aug 27, 2011 1:46 am GMT
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Insomniac not signed on for Resistance 4
Studio creative director Marcus Smith says sci-fi shooter series could be handed off like Spyro franchise, company ready to branch out. Full Story
- Posted Aug 24, 2011 7:55 pm GMT
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Sony goes in-depth on 3D
Gamescom 2011: SCEE senior group studio director Mick Hocking gives a progress report on the PS3's 3D game push, says the technology's time has arrived, leaves door open for a 3D-capable iteration of PlayStation Vita. Full Story
- Posted Aug 22, 2011 9:07 pm GMT
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First-person shooters put under the microscope
QuakeCon 2011: Julien Roby, Mackey McCandlish, Drew Murray, and Tim Willits talk about the past, present, and future of the first-person shooter genre. Full Story
- Posted Aug 8, 2011 4:55 am GMT
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Arkane, id, Insomniac devs share their origin stories
QuakeCon 2011: Harvey Smith, Raphael Colantonio, Matt Hooper, and Marcus Smith discuss their gaming start and how their roots shape their work today. Full Story
- Posted Aug 6, 2011 3:34 am GMT
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Sony 3D HDTV bundle drops Resistance 3
Insomniac confirms publisher has swapped alternate-history shooter in 24-inch TV package with MotorStorm: Apocalypse. Full Story
- Posted Aug 5, 2011 9:41 pm GMT
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Resistance 3 golden, day-one patch inbound
Development on Insomniac's shooter finished ahead of September 6 release date; launch day "updates and tweaks" fix slated. Full Story
- Posted Aug 4, 2011 9:04 pm GMT
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AU Shippin' Out August 1-5: Sony PS3 bundles
Sony bundles up some old PlayStation 3 classics. Full Story
- Posted Aug 1, 2011 4:37 am GMT
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Resistance 3 beta opens August 4
SOCOM 4 purchasers get hands on Insomniac's latest starting next week; PlayStation Plus subscribers can join in August 23. Full Story
- Posted Jul 28, 2011 9:28 pm GMT
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Comic-Con 2011: Day 2 Wrap-Up
Issue number two of Comic-Con has been put to bed. Find out what you missed in our daily wrap-up. Full Story
- Posted Jul 23, 2011 7:55 am GMT
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Resistance 3 multiplayer beta fires up in August
Comic-Con 2011: Insomniac says trial for upcoming sci-fi shooter dropping in two weeks for holders of SOCOM 4. Full Story
- Posted Jul 22, 2011 7:49 pm GMT
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Resistance being fought on Web browsers
Comic-Con 2011: Insomniac devs and PS3 shooter voice cast talk shop about upcoming game, reveal new spin-off strategy game Global Resistance. Full Story
- Posted Jul 22, 2011 3:57 am GMT
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Sony confirms network pass program
Japanese game giant officially announces game-specific initiative that begins with Resistance 3 this September; single-use code unlocks full online capabilities. Full Story
- Posted Jul 6, 2011 7:51 pm GMT
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Shippin' Out July 3-9: EDF: Insect Armageddon
Light week at retail highlighted by Vicious Cycle's sci-fi shooter and Resistance Dual Pack for the PlayStation 3. Full Story
- Posted Jul 5, 2011 6:39 pm GMT
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Asia Shippin' Out July 3-9: EDF: Insect Armageddon
Gamers will have a week dealing with all sorts of alien invasions, ranging from space primates to bugs. Full Story
- Posted Jul 4, 2011 5:31 am GMT
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E3 2011: Sony announces $499 Resistance 3D TV bundle
New hardware/software bundle shown; 24-inch PlayStation-branded 3D display, pair of 3D glasses, HDMI cable, and copy of Resistance 3 included; $150 Doomsday edition also announced. Full Story
- Posted Jun 7, 2011 2:10 am GMT
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E3 2011: PlayStation Vita priced at Sony press conference, Move sells 8.8 million
Game giant confirms NGP's name, priced in briefing that also saw Uncharted 3, Golden abyss demoed, Sly Cooper return, HD God of War PSP-to-PS3 ports unveiled, Resistance 3 3D TV bundle revealed, portable BioShock outed. Full Story
- Posted Jun 7, 2011 1:00 am GMT
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Ratchet & Clank: All 4 One arrives Oct. 18
Insomniac's four-person co-op, PS3-exclusive 3D action adventure hits this fall; preorder incentives include retailer-specific in-game items; series sales hit 22 million. Full Story
- Posted May 20, 2011 4:53 pm GMT
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Resistance 3 beta bundled with SOCOM 4
Specially marked copies of military shooter come with access to multiplayer test of forthcoming sci-fi shooter. Full Story
- Posted Apr 9, 2011 12:44 am GMT
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'Nearly' 30 3D PS3 games due in 2011
Sony puts number on the current year's lineup of three-dimensional titles. Full Story
- Posted Mar 22, 2011 11:03 pm GMT
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Insomniac opens Facebook, mobile division
Resistance developer unveils Insomniac Click, forges "Contract With the Audience" promise to layout priorities like fun, gameplay depth. Full Story
- Posted Mar 12, 2011 11:00 pm GMT
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Spyro returns with Skylanders
Activision reviving purple dragon platformer series for consoles, PC, and portable devices via Toys for Bob; Skylanders Spyro's Adventures release pegged for fall 2011. Full Story
- Posted Feb 11, 2011 6:02 pm GMT
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2010 VGAs grab 627k viewers - Report
Show's ratings decline for fourth straight year says Variety; male 18-34 demographic surges 15 percent year-over-year. Full Story
- Posted Dec 16, 2010 1:41 pm GMT
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Resistance 3 firing up Sept. 6, 2011
Insomniac Games announces release date for third entry in the science fiction shooter series. Full Story
- Posted Dec 12, 2010 2:47 am GMT
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New Ratchet and Clank, Resistance 3 headline Sony Gamescom-ference
Gamescom 2010: Next Insomniac titles, new PS3 hardware bundles, and DVR functionality highlight electronics giant's Cologne kick-off. Full Story
- Posted Aug 17, 2010 6:26 pm GMT
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Insomniac goes multiplatform with EA Partners
Developer of Ratchet and Clank, Resistance signs on to create an original game for Xbox 360 and PS3 with Electronic Arts publishing through external developer program. Full Story
- Posted May 25, 2010 4:00 pm GMT
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Newell named GDC Pioneer, Cerny joining DICE Hall of Fame
Valve cofounder to be honored for creating Steam at March developer conference, as Marble Madness creator is honored by Academy of Interactive Arts and Sciences. Full Story
- Posted Jan 16, 2010 11:51 pm GMT
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Analysts predict cold October for game industry
Wedbush Morgan's Michael Pachter and EEDAR's Jesse Divnich believe software fell 9 to 11 percent last month; Uncharted 2, Borderlands, Wii Fit Plus lead sales. Full Story
- Posted Nov 10, 2009 8:29 pm GMT
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Shippin' Out Oct. 25-31: DJ Hero, GTAIV: Gay Tony, Tekken 6, Forza 3, Ratchet & Clank
Activision spins out turntable-equipped rhythm game, along with Rockstar's second 360-only add-on and Episodes From Liberty City; Namco Bandai fighter, Microsoft racer, and Sony platformer also launching. Full Story
- Posted Oct 26, 2009 5:34 pm GMT
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Ratchet & Clank Future: A Crack in Time enters golden hour
Latest installment in Insomniac's action-platforming series officially finished, off to the factory in preparation for October 27 launch. Full Story
- Posted Oct 9, 2009 3:19 am GMT
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PSN ban lawsuit tossed by judge
Banning people for thwarting user agreement in Resistance: Fall of Man not a violation of First Amendment rights, judge rules. Full Story
- Posted Oct 1, 2009 1:14 am GMT
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Insomniac Games offers weapons class at PAX
PAX 2009: Brian Allgeir, creative director at Insomniac Games, discusses the weapons of Ratchet & Clank Future: A Crack in Time. Full Story
- Posted Sep 5, 2009 5:06 pm GMT
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PS3 expands Greatest Hits offerings
Metal Gear Solid 4, Ratchet & Clank Future, Army of Two among half-dozen catalog titles given new $29.99 price point. Full Story
- Posted May 28, 2009 6:57 pm GMT
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Ratchet & Clank explore A Crack in Time
Lombax and robot duo return to stores this fall in the PS3 conclusion to Tools of Destruction and Quest for Booty. Full Story
- Posted Mar 26, 2009 9:27 pm GMT
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Insomniac wired for PS3 exclusive
Resistance 2 creator teases new game for Sony's flagship console; studio named fifth-best place to work in California. Full Story
- Posted Mar 10, 2009 10:46 pm GMT
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NPD: Fable II hits 1.2M in US, MGS4 goes platinum
Final 2008 sales figures paint mixed picture for PS3, 360 exclusives, as Resistance 2, Little Big Planet score 600K while Banjo-Kazooie: Nuts & Bolts unscrews only 140K. Full Story
- Posted Jan 27, 2009 11:07 pm GMT
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Little Big Planet tops AIAS noms
Sony Europe's sandbox platformer receives 10 nods for 12th Annual Interactive Achievement Awards, to be handed out Feb. 19 at the DICE Summit in Vegas. Full Story
- Posted Jan 23, 2009 11:09 pm GMT
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CES 09: LBP sells 1.3M, PSN logs 17M accounts
Little Big Planet and PlayStation Network milestones revealed during Sony CEO Sir Howard Stringer's flashy keynote; EA newest Home partner, combined PS3/PSP user base broaches 61 million. Full Story
- Posted Jan 8, 2009 4:19 pm GMT
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NPD: Wii sales top 2M during $2.9B Nov.
[UPDATE] Nintendo's console reigns supreme in hardware, more than doubling Xbox 360; Gears 2, COD: World at War top software; top-20 games. Full Story
- Posted Dec 12, 2008 12:39 am GMT
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AU Shippin' Out November 24-28: Resistance 2
Killing aliens and singing along to your favourite tunes--just another week in the Australian release schedule. Full Story
- Posted Nov 24, 2008 6:22 am GMT
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Sony clarifies 14 million-user PSN milestone
Sony confirms its recently announced network numbers include accounts from both the PlayStation 3 and PSP, but no duplicates; analyst estimates 50 percent of PS3s have gone online. Full Story
- Posted Nov 22, 2008 12:18 am GMT
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ESRB gets descriptive
Ratings board now including paragraph write-ups detailing possible objectionable content, including some spoilers. Full Story
- Posted Nov 12, 2008 8:12 pm GMT
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Shippin' Out Nov. 2-8: Gears 2, Resistance 2
It's an explosive week, literally, as headliners join EndWar, James Bond: Quantum of Solace, AC/DC Rock Band Track Pack, and more. Full Story
- Posted Nov 3, 2008 7:06 pm GMT
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TGS 2008: Sackboy leads Sony booth offerings
Little Big Planet featured prominently at Sony TGS booth alongside adults-only showings for Resistance 2, Killzone 2. Full Story
- Posted Oct 11, 2008 12:11 am GMT
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Game stocks regain ground in market rally
EA, Activision, THQ, Ubisoft, Sony, and Microsoft partially recover from yesterday's fiscal boot party on Wall Street. Full Story
- Posted Oct 1, 2008 1:44 am GMT
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Market freefall drags down game stocks
Publishers not immune from biggest one-day Dow Jones Index drop in history; EA, Activision Blizzard hit in US, Ubisoft clobbered overseas. Full Story
- Posted Sep 29, 2008 11:59 pm GMT
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Resistance 2 starting November 4
Insomniac's sequel getting special edition at launch; multiplayer and co-op beta in early October. Full Story
- Posted Sep 2, 2008 8:53 pm GMT
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PSN embarks on Quest for Booty
Ratchet's latest excursion arrives on PS3 online store along with Jeanne D'Arc for PSP, Hot Shots Golf Kratos, demos for Force Unleashed, Head Coach, and Last Guy. Full Story
- Posted Aug 22, 2008 11:21 pm GMT
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AU Shippin' Out August 4-August 8: Guitar Hero: Aerosmith
Steven Tyler and Co. debut on Wii, 360, PS3, and PS2. Full Story
- Posted Aug 4, 2008 8:41 am GMT
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Ratchet & Clank Quest for Booty August 21
Insomniac duo's downloadable excursion will arrive on PlayStation 3 online store for $14.99. Full Story
- Posted Aug 1, 2008 12:41 am GMT
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E3 2008: 80GB PS3 coming to Europe, Australia on August 27
Larger-hard-drive PS3, Platinum titles confirmed for Sony Computer Entertainment Europe countries. Full Story
- Posted Jul 17, 2008 6:18 am GMT
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E3 Video Q&A: Peter Dille on the new PS3 strategy
SCEA's marketing generalissimo talks about the console's new video store, Final Fantasy XIII 360, Sony's fall game slate; clarifies the 80GB's lack of BC. Full Story
- Posted Jul 17, 2008 5:40 am GMT
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E3 2008: SCEA unveils $399 80GB PS3, God of War III
Sony's press conference sees SCEA president Jack Tretton reveal Resistance for PSP and MAG, an all-new massive action game from Zipper Interactive; PS3 video store launching tonight; full video inside. Full Story
- Posted Jul 15, 2008 7:31 pm GMT
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Sony pulls v2.40 firmware, denies full retro-trophy support
[UPDATE] Sony says it is "working diligently to isolate the problem," shoots down reports claiming all past games will get awards; Burnout Paradise first to give trophies retroactively, Uncharted next for prize patch. Full Story
- Posted Jul 2, 2008 11:04 pm GMT
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PS3 trophies, in-game XMB due July 2
Sony officially outlines medal-based leveling system for its console; trophies not retroactive, background music game-specific; full video demo inside. Full Story
- Posted Jun 30, 2008 1:23 pm GMT
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Insomniac opens North Carolina studio
Ratchet & Clank developer ventures into Tar Heel country with first expansion; offshoot expected to start up by January. Full Story
- Posted Jun 4, 2008 7:44 pm GMT
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Sony lays out '08, early '09 lineup
Publisher confirms stateside delays for Killzone 2 and LittleBigPlanet, dates Resistance 2, PS3 Buzz! for fall. Full Story
- Posted May 16, 2008 7:15 pm GMT
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Japan to get silver PS3, cheaper games
Sony Computer Entertainment Japan has officially confirmed a new satin silver PS3 and budget software range coming to its home region in March. Full Story
- Posted Feb 5, 2008 3:58 pm GMT
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Sony announces Pick N Mix PS3 bundle
A new 40GB PlayStation 3 deal offering the choice of two from a selection of 12 games is coming to the UK January 18 for £349.99. Full Story
- Posted Jan 14, 2008 11:17 am GMT
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Resistance 2 revealed
Game Informer confirms top-rated PS3 launch game will become franchise for Sony's rising console. Full Story
- Posted Jan 11, 2008 11:31 pm GMT
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Spot On: System Wars 2008
GameSpot asks industry illuminati to predict whether the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, or Wii will emerge as the holiday victor, and which will go on to be the ultimate winner in this generation of the console race. Full Story
- Posted Dec 14, 2007 12:40 pm GMT
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BioShock zaps VGAs
2K's dystopian actioner takes top prize at SpikeTV's annual event; Call of Duty 4, Super Mario Galaxy, Rock Band also honored. Full Story
- Posted Dec 10, 2007 8:11 pm GMT
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Japan Charts Nov. 5-11: Mario Party DS celebrates
Portable minigame compilation featuring Nintendo's irrepressible mascot unseats Galaxy and ekes past Koei's latest beat-'em-up. Full Story
- Posted Nov 16, 2007 12:10 am GMT
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Analysts: Activision to carry October sales
Trio of industry watchers project 50 to 60 percent software sales spike on Guitar Hero III; Wii predicted to regain hardware sales crown. Full Story
- Posted Nov 12, 2007 7:43 pm GMT
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AU Shippin' Out November 12-November 16: Crysis and Assassin's Creed
Two of the biggest games of the year come down under. Full Story
- Posted Nov 12, 2007 6:41 am GMT
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Halo 3, BioShock top Spike TV noms
Shooters from Bungie and 2K get most nods for testosterone-infused network's December 9 award show. Full Story
- Posted Nov 9, 2007 7:38 pm GMT
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Ad assault heralds $399 40GB PS3 launch
Senior marketing VP unveils new NA TV campaign touting the most affordable version of console yet--and its Blu-ray functionality. Full Story
- Posted Nov 2, 2007 7:28 pm GMT
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Church "forgives" Sony for Resistance
Manchester Cathedral heads turning the other cheek after visits to the holy building skyrocket. Full Story
- Posted Oct 24, 2007 5:00 pm GMT
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Shippin' Out October 22-26: Ratchet & Clank, Jericho, Conan, Phoenix Wright
The week's headliners joined by Namco Bandai's Ace Combat 6, Naruto on the Wii and DS, Eye of Judgment, and Zack & Wiki, among many others. Full Story
- Posted Oct 22, 2007 10:35 pm GMT
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Rachet & Clank Future a week closer to present
Dynamic duo's PS3 debut will start appearing in some stores a week before its "official" release date. Full Story
- Posted Oct 19, 2007 8:31 pm GMT
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Church wants Resistance off BAFTA shortlist
Dean of Manchester Cathedral demands the game be taken off awards list, calling its nomination a "disgrace." Full Story
- Posted Oct 8, 2007 11:33 am GMT
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Ratchet and Clank delayed, demoed
Insomniac's popular platformer pushed a week to October 30; PSN sampler coming October 11. Full Story
- Posted Sep 27, 2007 11:13 pm GMT
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BAFTA announces Video Games Awards nominations
UK's most prestigious gaming awards to be given out on October 23; BioShock, Wii Sports both in the running for Best Game. Full Story
- Posted Sep 25, 2007 11:36 am GMT
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TGS '07: Sony's booth orbits around LittleBigPlanet
Game giant uses Metal Gear Solid 4 to demo new rumble-enabled controller alongside Guitar Hero III, Devil May Cry 4, FIFA 08, and Call of Duty 4. Full Story
- Posted Sep 23, 2007 1:59 am GMT
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Comic-Con 07: SCEA Booth Report
Karaoke, upcoming PS3 games draw a crowd at SCEA's Comic-Con 2007 booth. Full Story
- Posted Jul 31, 2007 12:13 am GMT
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PS3's two-week sales figures surge 135 percent
Console maker sees significant increase in US sales following $100 price reduction. Full Story
- Posted Jul 24, 2007 1:29 am GMT
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E3 '07: Show floor draws mixed reactions
GameSpot tours Barker Hangar and finds it sparser, smaller, hotter, and less crowded; exhibitors sound off on venue, organization. Full Story
- Posted Jul 14, 2007 1:14 am GMT
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E3 '07: Hirai: 60GB PS3 'no longer in production'
SCEI CEO tells Norwegian television that Sony won't have a two-price strategy in the US market, SCEA says $499 model will be available "for months." Full Story
- Posted Jul 13, 2007 9:14 pm GMT
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E3 '07 Q&A: Sony Europe's David Reeves
SCEE CEO explains why Europe's not getting a PS3 price drop, claims 60GB model is being phased out in North America, something special coming to PS3 this summer. Full Story
- Posted Jul 13, 2007 7:17 pm GMT
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E3 '07: No PS3 price cut or 80GB PS3 for PAL territories
The electronics giant reveals Europeans and Aussies won't be getting a price cut or the 80GB model; new 'starter pack' bundle to be made available instead. Full Story
- Posted Jul 13, 2007 7:11 am GMT
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Insomniac makes list of best employers again
Ratchet & Clank developer touts third-straight top 10 appearance in human resources organization's top 50 best small- and medium-sized US employers. Full Story
- Posted Jun 26, 2007 12:24 am GMT
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US doctors shelve game-addiction resolution
Following contentious debate, medical body calls for further study of compulsive gaming habits; issue to be reconsidered in 2012. Full Story
- Posted Jun 25, 2007 8:57 pm GMT
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NewsSpots: Tekken 5, Geometry Wars, Resistance, Wii, Jeopardy! 2
Dark Resurrection update priced; Valve loosed on Bizarre space shooter; Resistance tournament heads to GPHD; Good vs. Wiivil takes grand prize; Jeopardy! 2 going online. Full Story
- Posted Jun 19, 2007 11:40 pm GMT
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Tony Blair wades into Resistance row
British Prime Minister expresses his opinion on the Church of England's protest against Sony's use of Manchester Cathedral in Resistance. Full Story
- Posted Jun 14, 2007 2:48 pm GMT
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Sony under fire from Church of England
A shootout scene in popular PlayStation 3 title Resistance: Fall of Man that takes place inside Manchester Cathedral has been branded 'desecration' by church officials. Full Story
- Posted Jun 11, 2007 12:46 pm GMT
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NewsSpots: DS Browser, Resistance, Overlord, Lost Planet
Nintendo's handheld Internet-ready; Insomniac shooter update delayed; Overlord demo hits XBL; Lost Planet gets free map; Akella unveils sci-fi shooter; Weblo sells virtual England, Scholastic entering game scene. Full Story
- Posted Jun 8, 2007 11:09 pm GMT
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PS3 sells 1 million in PAL regions
Sony confirms that its latest sales figures show the PS3 selling faster than the original PlayStation or PS2. Full Story
- Posted Jun 8, 2007 1:48 pm GMT
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EMA award nominees announced
Expanded awards from Entertainment Merchants Association give nods to Gears of War, God of War 2, Guitar Hero II, WOW. Full Story
- Posted Apr 27, 2007 8:57 pm GMT
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PS3 in for a big September
Semi-official Sony blog pegs release month for Heavenly Sword, Lair, Killzone, Ratchet & Clank, Warhawk; mentions PS3 edition of Wipeout Fusion. Full Story
- Posted Apr 6, 2007 11:39 pm GMT
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Aussie game charts: March 19-March 25
PS3 games dominate top 10 with seven entrants; Resistance top-selling title. Full Story
- Posted Mar 29, 2007 1:42 am GMT
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Insomniac exec defends PS3, disses Wii
CCO Brian Hastings outlines 10 reasons why Sony's console will be market leader by 2010; says interest in Wii will decline. Full Story
- Posted Mar 27, 2007 11:37 pm GMT
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PS3 breaks UK console records
Chart Track says approximately 165,000 PlayStation 3s were sold in console's first two days on market in UK, second-best regional debut only to PSP. Full Story
- Posted Mar 27, 2007 12:29 am GMT
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Brits get PS3 for breakfast
London's morning launch events go smoothly, as eager gamers come to pick up the console in one of the early-opening stores. Full Story
- Posted Mar 23, 2007 1:35 pm GMT
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PS3 finally hits UK shelves
Sony sweetens the official launch event by dishing out HDTVs to everybody who queued up for the new console at midnight. Full Story
- Posted Mar 23, 2007 3:01 am GMT
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Q&A: Sony Europe's Jonathan Fargher
GameSpot met up with Sony's senior PR manager to get all the juicy details ahead of the PlayStation 3's official UK arrival. Full Story
- Posted Mar 22, 2007 9:44 pm GMT
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Euro PS3 games get downloadable content
Ridge Racer 7 and Genji get add-ons starting tomorrow; Resistance and MotorStorm bonuses to follow in coming months. Full Story
- Posted Mar 22, 2007 7:30 pm GMT
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Gears of War wins GameFly awards
Epic Games favourite wins in two categories at the company's fourth annual awards. Full Story
- Posted Mar 6, 2007 12:49 am GMT
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Resistance gets two updates
Resistance: Fall of Man to get new online, spectator modes to coincide with Euro-PS3 launch. Full Story
- Posted Mar 5, 2007 8:30 am GMT
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Sony reveals Euro PS3 game prices
PlayStation 3 titles to be 59.99 euros in Europe, £39.99 in UK. Full Story
- Posted Feb 26, 2007 3:50 pm GMT
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NPD: $1.25B in US game sales kick off '07
Extended January reporting period sees $505 million in hardware, $549 million in software move in five weeks; Lost Planet, Guitar Hero II, Zelda top games. Full Story
- Posted Feb 21, 2007 9:26 pm GMT
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UK preorders start for PS3
Although the launch date is still uncertain, one Brit retailer is offering gamers a chance to reserve a unit. Full Story
- Posted Dec 4, 2006 8:10 pm GMT
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PS3 touches down in SF
PlayStation store in Metreon opens doors to waiting throng; first person in line is speechless after purchase. Full Story
- Posted Nov 17, 2006 10:15 am GMT
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Sony stages grand PS3 entrance
Electronics giant makes big show of console's arrival in San Francisco...by parading empty boxes in front of delirious crowd. Full Story
- Posted Nov 17, 2006 7:03 am GMT
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US PS3 Store already online
The day before the console's North American debut, the PS3's answer to Xbox Live Marketplace is up and running; demos for Resistance, Motorstorm downloadable. Full Story
- Posted Nov 16, 2006 8:57 am GMT
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21 PS3 games available by end of '06
[UPDATE] Three first-party, 18 third-party games will go on sale for Sony's next-gen console by year's end. Full Story
- Posted Oct 20, 2006 12:51 am GMT
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TGS 06: Sony tips PS3 Japan launch hand
Press materials confirm a minimum of six titles for 11/11, nine more due by end of year; at least 12 confirmed for 2007; US launch catalog to be at least eight titles larger. Full Story
- Posted Sep 22, 2006 11:53 am GMT
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Sony lists playable PS3, PSP games at TGS
More than two-dozen games for Sony's next-gen system can be played by the general public at next month's event in Japan. Full Story
- Posted Aug 23, 2006 6:47 pm GMT
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Five added to PS2 Greatest Hits
Shadow of the Colossus, SOCOM 3, Jak X: Combat Racing among PlayStation 2 games with new $20 price tag. Full Story
- Posted Aug 4, 2006 8:10 pm GMT
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Game critics narrow down Best of E3
Journalists from 37 North American publications meld minds to vote on best of E3 2006; Gears of War, Nintendo lead pack. Winners announced next week. Full Story
- Posted May 24, 2006 9:14 pm GMT
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E3 06: Sony's booth holds PS3 surprises
Massive exhibit sports dozens of playable kiosks for Sony's next-gen console, including a demo for previously unannounced titles Wardevil: Enigma and something new from the creators of Indigo Prophecy. Full Story
- Posted May 11, 2006 12:25 am GMT
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E3 06: PS3 launches 11/17--$499 for 20GB, $599 for 60GB
Sony's next system to come in two configurations, 20GB hard drive-equipped version to cost $499, 60GB hard drive-equipped model to go for $599. Full Story
- Posted May 9, 2006 12:16 am GMT
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GDC 06: Online key to PS3
Worldwide Studios head Phil Harrison unveils Sony's grand online plans for its upcoming console with high-definition demos and slides of next-gen interfaces. Full Story
- Posted Mar 22, 2006 11:19 pm GMT
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GDC 06: I-8 renamed, confirmed for '06
Creepy sci-fi shooter redubbed Resistance: Fall of Man; PS3 game will be ready this year, says Insomniac CEO. Full Story
- Posted Mar 22, 2006 8:44 pm GMT
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GDC 06: Ratchet & Clank PS3-bound
Sony and Insomniac are bringing the gun-crazy duo to the PlayStation 3. Full Story
- Posted Mar 22, 2006 7:39 pm GMT
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Ratchet: Deadlocked breaks into stores
Fourth annual Ratchet game's arena-based combat puts more emphasis on perforating than platforming. Full Story
- Posted Oct 25, 2005 10:59 pm GMT
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G-Phoria draws crowd, gets games
G4's third-annual G-Phoria event cast aside awards show pretenses in favor of a skate punk vibe and outdoor partying. Full Story
- Posted Jul 28, 2005 1:09 pm GMT
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Sony adding new budget reissues
Suikoden IV, Ace Combat 5, and eight other titles returning to Japan in July on the cheap; Konami also planning to cut price on Rumble Roses. Full Story
- Posted Jun 3, 2005 12:52 am GMT
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PlayStation 3 announced for 2006
[UPDATE 12] Sony unveils its next-gen console in LA; Metal Gear Solid 4, Devil May Cry 4, Tekken 6, Gran Turismo 5, and Warhawk redux confirmed. First pictures and video inside. Full Story
- Posted May 16, 2005 11:43 pm GMT
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Sony unleashes Ratchet: Deadlocked
New PS2 game in the Ratchet & Clank franchise will showcase cooperative play and squad management this fall. Full Story
- Posted Apr 11, 2005 9:30 pm GMT
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Ratchet & Clank: Up Your Arsenal ships
Insomniac's cheeky action sequel features online play, 2D side-scrolling minigames, and, of course, more weapons. Full Story
- Posted Nov 2, 2004 10:05 pm GMT
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SCEA mints five more Greatest Hits
SOCOM II, Jak II, Ratchet & Clank: Going Commando, Rise to Honor, and ATV Offroad Fury 2 will each only cost $19.99. Full Story
- Posted Sep 8, 2004 6:50 pm GMT
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Jak and Daxter and Ratchet & Clank sequels due in fall 2004
SCEA will publish third installments in Naughty Dog and Insomniac Games' popular platformer series. Full Story
- Posted Feb 24, 2004 9:06 pm GMT
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Ratchet & Clank sequel ships
SCEA announces the North American release of Ratchet & Clank: Going Commando. Full Story
- Posted Nov 11, 2003 4:45 pm GMT
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Sony announces Ratchet & Clank 2
Insomniac Games is hard at work on the next Ratchet & Clank game. Full Story
- Posted Apr 24, 2003 8:07 am GMT
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E3 2002: Show wrap-up
Take a look at some of the biggest stories from this year's E3. Full Story
- Posted May 29, 2002 6:20 am GMT


