Sony's next-gen handheld, the PlayStation Vita, is nearly upon us, and although it's "just" a handheld, it has a game lineup deep enough to make you think we're about to encounter the launch of a full-fledged console. The system's elegant, no question there, but the games are really what matter to gamers. So, in light of the system's impending Feb. 22 launch in North America, we thought it would be helpful to provide a quick reminder of the PS Vita launch games slated to hit shelves on or about the system's launch … [Read more...]
Dynasty Warriors: NEXT Confirmed for North American PlayStation Vita Launch
It's official -- Dynasty Warriors: NEXT will be part of the PlayStation Vita launch-window lineup, as it's currently slated to ship in North America on Feb. 22. The game will be an all-new and Vita-exclusive installment in the tactical action series in which players step into the shoes of the greatest generals in Ancient China try to become the greatest hero in Chinese history. Dynasty Warriors: NEXT will let players use the PS Vita's front touchpad, rear touchpad and motion sensor for intuitive controls to fight … [Read more...]
New Touch My Katamari PlayStation Vita Video: “The Billiard Pro”
The PlayStation Vita is set to release in North America on February 22, and one of its launch titles, Touch My Katamari, is sure to get the system rolling. Pun intended. Today, Namco released a new gameplay video of Touch My Katamari called "The Billiard Pro," which we've included below for your viewing pleasure. In Touch My Katamari, The King of All Cosmos has a slew of new, weird and wonderful missions as players once again step into the shoes of his son, the prince. Using the PlayStation Vita touch screen controls … [Read more...]
PlayStation Vita Ship Date: Dec. 17 — In Japan
Sony used the Tokyo Game Show to announce a Japanese ship date for the PlayStation Vita, mentioning that the rest of the world would see the next-generation Sony handheld in 2012. Sony said the PlayStation Vita will ship on Dec. 17 in Japan. The PlayStation Vita is expected to go on sale in the United States and Europe in "early 2012," according to the Reuters news service. According to the report, the PlayStation Vita will launch with 26 games, although it's unclear whether that many (or even more) will ship with … [Read more...]
