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Smartclip Launches New Multi-Screen Video Advertising Platform in Europe

2010-06-07 07:30:00

NEW YORK and HAMBURG, Germany, June 7 /PRNewswire/ -- A new multi-screen video advertising platform from Smartclip AG allows advertisers for the first time to use the same ad format on a number of devices, including PCs, smartphones, TVs and game consoles, to increase the reach and impact of campaigns. "With our multi-screen platform, advertisers can create unique brand experiences for their customers by reaching them wherever they are, no matter the device they are using," said Matt...

Sony Computer Entertainment America Offers Unrivaled Entertainment and Value Through New Initiatives for the PSP(R) (PlayStation(R)Portable) Platform

2010-06-01 13:00:00

FOSTER CITY, Calif., June 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC (SCEA) today announced it will offer consumers incredible value with three new initiatives for the PSPÂ® (PlayStationÂ®Portable) system. Starting on June 1, a new PSP "Favorites" software line, which offers existing PSP titles for $9.99, will make its debut. Additionally, a PSP(PlayStationÂ®Portable) go "Digital Game Pack" will be available to new purchasers, offering PlayStationÂ®Network...

ModNation Racers Delivers Fun, Creative Karting to Racing Genre for Players of All Ages On the PlayStation(R)3 (PS3(TM)) and PSP(R) (PlayStation(R)Portable) Systems

2010-05-25 08:00:00

FOSTER CITY, Calif., May 25 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC. (SCEA) announced today the release of ModNation Racers(TM) available exclusively for the PlayStationÂ®3 (PS3(TM)), PSPÂ® (PlayStationÂ®Portable), and PSPÂ® (PlayStationÂ®Portable) go systems. Developed by United Front Games and Sony Computer Entertainment Worldwide Studios, San Diego Studio, ModNation Racers brings an entertaining twist to classic kart racing, while empowering players of all...

Suffolk County District Attorney Files Charges in Attempted Theft of Breach

2010-05-19 12:14:00

RALEIGH, N.C., May 19 /PRNewswire/ -- Atomic Games, a developer of simulations for US military and intelligence agencies and a pioneer in military action games, stopped the attempted theft of their newest title Breach(TM) at PAX East 2010. Breach is a first-person multiplayer shooter that was being shown for the first time to the public in Boston which is in Suffolk County. The attempted theft happened on the last day of the show, which was March 28, 2010. Justin D. May, 20, of Delaware...

Gaming Is Again Redefined: Award-Winning Franchise Returns to the PlayStation(R)3 (PS3(TM)) System in LittleBigPlanet(TM) 2

2010-05-10 11:22:00

FOSTER CITY, Calif., May 10 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC. (SCEA) announced today plans to release LittleBigPlanet(TM) 2, the sequel to the award-winning, multi-million unit selling hit LittleBigPlanet(TM), exclusively for the PlayStationÂ®3 (PS3(TM)) system. Developed by Media Molecule, LittleBigPlanet 2 will provide fans a new means to PLAY, CREATE, and SHARE, including a revamped graphics engine supplying stunning visuals, a fresh storyline, added accessories...

Award-Winning Franchise Returns to the PSP(R) (PlayStation(R)Portable) System in God of War(R): Ghost of Sparta

2010-05-04 08:00:00

FOSTER CITY, Calif., May 4 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC. (SCEA) announced today plans to release God of WarÂ®: Ghost of Sparta, the latest installment in the multi-million unit selling franchise, exclusively for the PSPÂ® (PlayStationÂ®Portable) and PSPÂ® (PlayStationÂ®Portable) go systems. Developed by Ready At DawnÂ® Studios, the acclaimed team that brought you the best-selling God of WarÂ®: Chains of Olympus, in collaboration with Sony Computer...

FIFA and Sony to Launch First Ever Global 3D Experience of the FIFA World Cup(TM)

2010-04-08 05:30:00

LONDON, April 8, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- - Schedule of the 25 games in 3D announced - Sony to Release the Official 3D FIFA World Cup(TM) Film on Blu-ray Disc in 2010 - Sony to Produce and Show 25 Exclusive Promotional Trailers for the Official 3D Film Featuring Images of the FIFA World Cup in 4,000 Retail Stores Globally - 3D Live Broadcast and Public Viewing to be Made Available at Selected Locations Globally - Sony 3D Technology as the...

God of War(R) III Brings a Thrilling End to the Epic Trilogy, Exclusively for the PlayStation(R)3 System

2010-03-16 11:15:00

FOSTER CITY, Calif., March 16 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. (SCEA) today announced the North American release of God of WarÂ® III, exclusively for the PlayStationÂ®3 (PS3(TM)) system. Developed by Sony Computer Entertainment's award-winning Santa Monica Studios, God of War III is the final installment of the multi-million unit-selling trilogy that brings epic battles to life with stunning graphics, groundbreaking depths of scale, and signature gameplay along...

Motion Controls Coming To PS3 This Fall

2010-03-11 12:00:00

Sony has announced plans to release a motion controller, not unlike the remotes used to play game software on the popular Nintendo Wii, for its PlayStation 3 home entertainment system this fall.Formerly code-named "Arc," the "Move" controller was officially unveiled during a Wednesday evening press event at the annual Game Developer's Conference in San Francisco. The device, which resembles a black remote with a luminescent blue ball attached to the end, will also require...

Sony Developing Products To Compete With Apple

2010-03-05 10:50:00

The Wall Street Journal reported Thursday that Sony is developing a new lineup of handheld products to combat Apple's portable devices. The Journal said the products under development included a smartphone capable of downloading and playing PlayStation games.Â The source of the paper was cited as being a "person familiar with the matter."According to the daily, another project is a portable device that is a cross between an electronic book reader and a PlayStation Portable.Â ...