Archive for August, 2008

No Echochrome sequel, dev team working on new puzzler

Saturday, August 2nd, 2008

No Echochrome sequel - Image 1 

I don’t know whether to take this as good news or bad news. According to Sony Japan, they won’t be making a sequel to their hit puzzler game, Echochrome (PSP, PSN). I mean, I like the game - but damned if I want to spend more hours making myself dizzy. Still, it’s not like we have a shortage of versions either.

Though the development team will not be working on a sequel, they will be working on a new puzzler game. The game’s producer, Tatsuya Suzuki, and Kyushu University’s Jun Fujuki, whose research on trick imagery was used as the game’s basis.

Fujuki will still be working with the team, and they already have a new title that’s based on an entirely different kind of trick imagery. I’m pretty excited about what they come up with next, although I hope this next game isn’t as… vertigo-inducing.



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Boulevard Entertainment: UMD isn’t dead, just needs right price

Saturday, August 2nd, 2008

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Exclusive FIFA 09 Game Mode For PS3

Friday, August 1st, 2008

Third-party exclusives are almost extinct, but how’s about exclusive game modes? There’s one in the PS3 version of FIFA 09; it’ll be unveiled at Leipzig.

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Left 4 Dead Port Confirmed For PS3

Friday, August 1st, 2008

We almost don’t want to tell you this, even though - on the surface - it appears to be good news. Another port of a Valve game, handled by EA, is coming.

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PS3 Review: Soul Calibur IV

Saturday, August 2nd, 2008

The much anticipated fighter has finally arrived, and we weigh in with our analysis. It has a few problems, but above all else, it’s FUN.

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Ben’s Week In Review: August 3

Saturday, August 2nd, 2008

I wonder if Advent Children isn’t the start of a new movie/game trend, everyone should be more excited about Ninja Theory’s project, and I need a PS2.

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Square-Enix Event: Additional Details

Friday, August 1st, 2008

Sorry, no Final Fantasy VII remake or sequel has been announced, but let’s hope the news isn’t over with yet. Here’s some more info from the event.

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PSP Video Converter v2.80: online video conversion, 60fps support, more

Sunday, August 3rd, 2008

PSP Homebrew: PSP Video Converter v2.80 - Image 1Hey, look what dropped in! PSP Video Converter v2.8 has just been released by Nick Swardh. What’s more is that, aside from getting to convert videos (whether on your PC or straight right out of YouTube or MySpace) for your PSP, this new version introduces the PSPVC server which allows you to convert stuff online.

As a recap for all those who’ve missed the previous releases, PSPVC allows you to convert videos to a format suitable for watching on your PSP. If you’re not a fan of videos, it can also just rip the sound clips from videos, if you so wish.

Here’s the full changelog for PSPVC v2.8:

What’s new in v2.80 ?
In this version, I introduce a new feature: PSPVC (Server)
This feature turns PSPVC into a personal online converter that you can use to download and convert videos anytime and from anywhere you want! More info on how to configure and use this feature can be found in the manual

On top of that, I’ve also…

  • Added an “AUTO” mode to the audio sync option (enabled by default)
  • Added support for 59.94 fps framerate
  • Crushed a few minor bugs
  • Improved PSPVC installer

You’ll be installing this program on your PC, of course, and all necessary documentation is found in the download archive. It’s a pretty simple process - it’s just a couple of clicks and you’ll be in video convertion heaven - if you need help though, an html manual is also included to guide you along the process.

Thanks to Nick Swardh for the heads up!

Download: PSP Video Converter v2.8



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Motion Driver v1.0

Sunday, August 3rd, 2008

MotionDriver v1.0b - Image 1Developer Raphael visited the QJ.NET Forums earlier to announce that Motion kit driver 1.0 is now available for download, effectively pushing the plugin out of its beta phase.

For those who weren’t around before, this homebrew plugin will enable you to add support for NeoFlash’s motion kit for any UMD game or homebrew of your choice. Motion Driver version 1.0 in particular carries a new motionUnload function, as well as support for 3.xx and 4.xx kernel apps.

Further details on using Motion Driver version 1.0 are available in readme included with the file bundle. You may also want to visit Raphael’s release thread at the QJ.NET PSP Development Forum in case you’re interested in leaving your feedback, or joining the discussions.

Download: Motion Driver SDK v1.0
Visit: QJ.NET PSP Development Forum



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It’s a stretch: ‘DKS3713′ rearranged spells out ‘REMAKE 7′

Sunday, August 3rd, 2008

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