PSP MVP Baseball game review

PSP MVP BASEBALL!

Created by EA Sports, the latest in the MVP Baseball series, comes PSP MVP Baseball featuring the Boston Red Sox' Manny Ramirez. This latest version was created for the Playstation Portable handheld gaming system from Sony, commonly known as the PSP.

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ESRB Rating: Everyone (Content suitable for persons age 6 or older.)

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Game Description: Take the American Pastime with you wherever you go with MVP Baseball for the PSP handheld entertainment system. The fundamentals of hitting, pitching, fielding, and base-running are produced like never before to give you complete control over every aspect of the game. Whether swinging for the fences or protecting the plate, you have unprecedented command in the batters box with the EA SPORTS Pure Swing System.

Level the playing field with the EA SPORTS Hitter's Eye in PSP MVP Baseball 2005. On the field, make your run for the pennant beginning in a fully featured Spring Training mode. After you've polished your skills, hit the mound as you paint the corners and send a message with the all-new Precision Pitch Meter, or catch runners napping with unparalleled pickoff control. With unprecedented control of your at-bat, the ability to move in the batter's box, and the power to read the pitch, master the art of hitting and own the plate with superior offensive tools.

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Using the EA SPORTS Hitter's Eye, pick up the pitch the moment it leaves the pitcher's hand with an all-new visual indicator. Admire a sweet swing or learn from your mistakes with the new Hitter's Eye Replay. While on the bases, make user-controlled stretches and dives, and beat pickoff throws with the all-new manual leadoff control. The all-new Owner mode gives you an opportunity to run a franchise directly from the owner's box. Create your lineup based on player progression during Spring Training and build player attributes in a variety of mini games. Use the all-new Create Ballpark Feature to build a pitcher's paradise or a hitter's dream. Spend your earnings to upgrade your ballpark or sign that cherished key free agent as you make your run for the World Series.

Order the PSP Bundle w/ MVP Baseball To help you start your PSP collection, we've created this special bundle, which includes EA's MVP Baseball game in addition to the Sony PSP value pack which comes with the AC adapter, battery pack, earbud headphones with remote control, soft case, hand strap, and of course the PSP system.

Finally, take your game online to earn online rewards and keep track of your fantasy baseball stats in-game with the latest MLB news and live scores. With all-new unlockable legends and gear and head-to-head online play, PSP MVP Baseball 2005 is the most fun, polished, innovative, and authentic baseball simulation ever created.

• Dominate from Wire to Wire: Take your team all the way from opening day to the World Series in Season mode.
• Wireless Head-to-Head Gameplay: Challenge friends sitting next to you or across the room to an Exhibition Game, Homerun Shootout, or Pitcher Showdown.
• Party Play: Four players can compete in Batting and Pitching mini games using one PSP unit.
• EA Pocket Trax: This new feature designed for PSP allows you to listen and watch music content via this built in player.

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PSP MVP Baseball Game Review
A gamer - This game, like the console version, blows away all competitors. The SCEA baseball game called MLB 2006 lost many touches that made it the only contending baseball simulator. This game has amazing graphics. However lost is franchise, which no PSP games this year will have and online mode, which MLB 2006 has. However there is still a season mode and you can create players, which you can not do on MLB 2006. MVP also has console quality graphics and the hitter's eye. For those new to the MVP franchise, the hitter's eye is very useful. Right before the opponent throws a pitch, the ball in his hand turns a color for a split second. Each color symbolizes a different pitch. This disc is definately a great buy.

Memory Card for PSP - 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB sizes

Sony Playstation Portable Memory Cards - Multiple sizes available for your PSP.

• SanDisk 128 MB Pro Duo Gaming Memory Card - More Info Order
• SanDisk 256 MB Pro Duo Gaming Memory Card - More Info Order
• SanDisk SDMSG-512-A17 512 MB Memory Stick Pro Duo Gaming Memory Card - More Info Order
• (BEST) SanDisk 1 GB Memory Stick Pro Duo for Sony PSP (PlayStation Portable) - More Info Order

SanDisk 128 MB Pro Duo Gaming Memory Card, SanDisk 256 MB Pro Duo Gaming Memory Card - The new SanDisk Gaming Memory Card line turns a handheld game device into a fully loaded multimedia entertainment unit. The product line includes Memory Stick PRO Duo for Sony's PSP (Playstation Portable) as well as SD cards for games with an SD slot such as Gizmondo, or Tapwave Zodiac. For maximum performance and to get the most out of all the advanced features on the device, you'll need a SanDisk Game Card. With SanDisk, you will be able to save your game levels, listen to digital music, play your favorite video, and download and store game cheat codes, characters and game skins. SanDisk game cards maximize your world of entertainment.

SanDisk game cards utilize exclusive MLC memory and controller technology developed at SanDisk, meets all MS specifications, and is guaranteed compatible.

• Save your game levels, listen to digital music, play your favorite video, and download and store game cheat code characters and game skins
• Utilizes exclusive MLC memory and controller technology developed at SanDisk
• Meets all MS specifications, and is guaranteed compatible

SanDisk SDMSG-512-A17 512 MB Memory Stick Pro Duo Gaming Memory Card - SanDisk's 512 MB Memory Stick PRO is the perfect solution for anyone who needs to capture and play back DVD-quality video in real time, or store CD-quality music, high-resolution digital images, and any other application that requires high performance, fast data transfer, large capacities and advanced security. Memory Stick PRO offers larger storage capacities (512 MB) than standard Memory Stick cards. The fast transfer rates help prevent data loss when power is suddenly cut-off or if the media is removed accidentally. Memory Stick PRO features advanced security with Access Control Function and MagicGate technology.

• Save your game levels, listen to digital music, play your favorite video, and download and store game cheat codes, characters and game skins
• Utilizes exclusive MLC memory and controller technology developed at SanDisk
• Meets all MS specifications, and is guaranteed compatible

1 GB Memory Stick for PSP (Playstation Portable) - The 1GB Memory Stick PRO Duo media from SanDisk provides you with increased storage and durability. With a storage capacity of 1 gigabyte, the Memory Stick PRO Duo is perfect for use with the Sony PSP mobile gaming system and is also ideal for use with Sony digital cameras that require Memory Stick Duo media. With the included adapter, it can be used in many devices that use Memory Stick PRO media. Now you can upgrade without worrying about losing compatibility with both old and new products.

• 1 GB storage capacity - perfect for saving large game data files on your Sony PSP!
• High capacity stick provides more space for data and pictures on one of the smallest portable storage devices on the market!
• Includes adapter that provides compatibility with regular Memory Stick media slots.
• Designed especially for use with portable gaming systems and digital cameras.
• Pro Duo media provides higher capacity and faster transfer rates for all your mobile applications.

PSP Bundle with Tiger Woods PGA Tour

To help you start your PSP collection, we've created this special bundle, which includes EA's Tiger Woods PGA Tour game in addition to the Sony PSP value pack which comes with the AC adapter, battery pack, earbud headphones with remote control, soft case, hand strap, and of course the PSP system.

Created by Electronic Arts, the latest in the Tiger Woods PGA golf series, comes PSP Tiger Woods PGA Tour. This latest version was created for the Playstation Portable (learn more) handheld gaming system from Sony, commonly known as the PSP.

Game Description: Take on Tiger Woods and other golfing greats from the past and present in Tiger Woods PGA Tour on the PSP. Create your own golfer, develop your skills, and step onto the green to challenge the masters on the world's top courses. Play against Vijay Singh, Arnold Palmer, and Tiger Woods in an effort to become a golfing legend. Raise the stakes by playing wirelessly against your friends. Tiger Woods PGA Tour is the ultimate handheld golfing experience.

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• Career Mode: Create a golfer and build his skills and Compete against the pros from past and present in match play events, tournaments and challenge modes, proving youve got what it takes to become a legend of the game.
• Take on the All-Time Greats: Compete against the pros from past and present including Tiger Woods, Vijay Singh, Jack Nicklaus, and Arnold Palmer.
• 12 Highly Detailed Courses: Tee off the links of Sherwood Country Club, Pebble Beach, Harbor Town, Paradise Cove, and more.
• Wireless Head-to-Head Gameplay: Challenge your friends to five game modes including the all new Bingo Bango Bongo.
• Party Play: Four players compete in different game modes using one Playstation Portable unit.

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PSP Tiger Woods PGA Tour Game Reviews
Smithy1185 (San Diego, CA USA) - If you want a portable golf game that is very close to matching the console versions, then look no further. This is a great game that is a lot of fun to play and take with you on the PSP. This version still has the feature where you create your own golfer with lots of customizable options. You can also upgrade their skill points after earning some cash on the green. Its true that the load times are pretty long. Easily the longest I have seen when compared to the other PSP games I have. However, don't let that scare you off from playing a great game. The controls are very well done although its not quite as easy as on the consoles. Also, this game is much better on the PSP than it is on the GBA or DS. Anyways, this game is worth getting if your a golf fan and want a new game for your PSP.

Gerald D. Avery "Movie Buff" (Chicago, Illinois) - I love playing this game. This was one of the first titles I bought for my PSP when it was released. Granted some of the load times are a bit long, but if you have some time to spend you should definitely give this game a shot. The graphics are great for a handheld game. No other game even comes close to matching it. The real fun for me is the challenge of creating a golfer from scratch and improving upon his attributes until he's able to compete with Tiger or Vijay. I play as Tiger and win as much money as I can so that I can improve my created golfer. That's the quickest way to earn lots of money so that your golfer can be competitive in a short amount of time. I highly recommend this game. I think it's well worth the $50.00 you'll spend to get it. I hope this review was helpful...

Are We There Yet? DVD/UMD for Playstation Portable

Columbia Tri-Star pictures presents Are We There Yet? featuring Ice Cube on the new UMD Mini (Universal Media Disc) format.

About Sony PSP UMD discs: Universal Media Discs (UMDs) are playable only in the Sony PlayStation Portable (PSP) and are not compatible with contemporary DVD players. The UMD is a newly developed compact, high capacity optical format that can store up to 1.8 GB of digital data on a 60mm disc or an entire feature film on a single UMD video. Movies on UMD will be produced in 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio and encoded using advanced AVC compression, which provides a high level of picture quality.

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Are We There Yet? DVD for Sony PSP review
blackaciddevil (in the USA somewhere...) - Having had my Playstation Portable for, almost, a month now; I thought I'd get around to getting a movie to watch on it just to see how good things were with watching one on it. Because my choices were limited, I was stuck with choosing between this one or National Treasure. Thankfully, I chose "Are We There Yet?". I'm really glad I did because this movie is downright hilarious. The story goes a lil something like this....Nick, a playboy bachelor, and Suzanne, a divorced mother of two, is threatened by a particularly harrowing New Year's Eve. When Suzanne's work keeps her in New York City for the holiday, Nick offers to bring her kids to the city from Washington D.C. The kids, who have never liked any of the men their mom has dated in the past, are determined to turn the trip a nightmare for Nick. And, boy, is it ever a nightmare. Ice Cube turns in one of his most comedic performances in his career in this movie. I didn't think I'd like this movie too much beforehand but, after watching it, I think it was money well spent. I'm really glad it was the first movie that I got for my PSP. Which, I'd like to add as a sidenote, the PSP's capabilties of showing movies on the system is well past what I expected of it. It's high quality UMD video. I commend Sony for doing such an outstanding job with the PSP(It's, definitely, the Walkman of the 21st century). I can't wait to see what other movies will become available for the PSP now. Who knows, I might start me a whole library of them to watch on the go. Getting back to the review, however, if you hadn't seen Are We There Yet? yet....do yourself a favor and see it. It's a movie the whole family can see.

Announcing Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories for the PSP

Rockstar Games Announces Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories for the PSP Portable Entertainment System - The latest title in the blockbuster Grand Theft Auto series to be available exclusively for Sony's portable system this Fall

New York, NY - May 17, 2005 - Rockstar Games, the world-renowned publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. , is proud to announce Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories. Developed by Rockstar Leeds in conjunction with series creators Rockstar North, Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories will be available exclusively on the PSP portable entertainment system in North America and Europe following the European launch of the PSP system on September 1, 2005. Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories will be shown by invitation only at E3.

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"Returning to Liberty City and bringing it to life on a handheld system has been both nostalgic and extremely inspiring for us," said Sam Houser, President of Rockstar Games. "The incredible PSP system technology allows for fans of the previous Grand Theft Auto titles to revisit Liberty City and see it from an amazing new perspective with an entirely original storyline. Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories will be a bold new experience that has never before been possible on a portable platform."

"We've been very ambitious with Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories," said Leslie Benzies, President of Rockstar North. "By collaborating extensively with Rockstar Leeds, we've been able to create a massive, uncompromising experience on the PSP system that we believe both long-time Grand Theft Auto fans and newcomers will be excited to get their hands on."

"We have worked very closely with Rockstar North to bring the same integrity and production value of the previous Grand Theft Auto titles to the PSP system," said Gordon Hall, President of Rockstar Leeds. "People's expectation for a Grand Theft Auto title will always be very high, and we're confident that we can deliver a revolutionary experience. Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories will be the most intense and epic title created for the PSP system, undoubtedly setting the standard for this groundbreaking platform."

Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories is an entirely new game in the Grand Theft Auto series and brings an unprecedented mobile dimension to this epic experience. The original storyline and all new missions take place in Liberty City, featuring the interactive, open environment, superb voice talent and diverse music that have become pioneering trademarks of the series.

About Take-Two Interactive Software
Headquartered in New York City, Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. is an integrated global developer, marketer, distributor and publisher of interactive entertainment software games and accessories for the PC, PlayStation® game console, PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, PSP™ handheld entertainment system, the Xbox® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, the Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, the Nintendo GameCube™, Nintendo DS™ and Game Boy® Advance. The Company publishes and develops products through its wholly owned labels Rockstar Games, 2K Games and Global Star Software; and distributes products in North America through its Jack of All Games subsidiary. Take-Two also manufactures and markets video game accessories in Europe, North America and the Asia Pacific region through its Joytech subsidiary. The Company maintains sales and marketing offices in Cincinnati, New York, Toronto, London, Paris, Munich, Madrid, Vienna, Milan, Sydney, Breda (Netherlands) and Auckland.

All trademarks and copyrights contained herein are the property of their respective holders.

CONTACT INFORMATION
Chris Carro, ROCKSTAR GAMES
(212) 334-6633

Hitch DVD - UMD for Sony PSP

Columbia Tri-Star pictures presents Hitch starring Will Smith on the new UMD Mini (Universal Media Disc) format.

Will Smith's easygoing charm makes Hitch the kind of pleasant, uplifting romantic comedy that you could recommend to almost anyone--especially if there's romance in the air. As suave Manhattan dating consultant Alex "Hitch" Hitchens, Smith plays up the smoother, sophisticated side of his established screen persona as he mentors a pudgy accountant (Kevin James) on the lessons of love. The joke, of course, is that Hitch's own love life is a mess, and as he coaches James toward romance with a rich, powerful, and seemingly inaccessible beauty named Allegra (Amber Valetta), he's trying too hard to impress a savvy gossip columnist (Eva Mendes) with whom he's fallen in love. Through mistaken identities and mismatched couples, director Andy Tennant brings the same light touch that made Drew Barrymore's Ever After so effortlessly engaging. As romantic comedies go, Hitch doesn't offer any big surprises, but as a date movie it gets the job done with amiable ease and style. --Jeff Shannon

About Sony PSP UMD discs: Universal Media Discs (UMDs) are playable only in the Sony PlayStation Portable (PSP) and are not compatible with contemporary DVD players. The UMD is a newly developed compact, high capacity optical format that can store up to 1.8 GB of digital data on a 60mm disc or an entire feature film on a single UMD video. Movies on UMD will be produced in 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio and encoded using advanced AVC compression, which provides a high level of picture quality.

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Hitch UMD Movie for Playstation Portable review
Cenk Sumbas (Florida) - I really suprised to see such a wonderful performance from Will Smith. It is a very good comedy. Hitch (Will Smith) is a date doctor and gets always lousy guys who wants very hot and young ladies. He helps them to achieve their objective. But the last client was the guffiest accountant (Kevin James) and he wants inaccessible beauty named Allegra (Amber Valetta). They start to work together and somehow miracle happens. It is a comedy that you can watch it many times and laugh again and again.

Kinoma Producer 3 supports Sony PlayStation Portable

Award-winning video encoding software now targets popular handheld gaming console.

Palo Alto, Calif. (Press from PRWEB) May 23, 2005 - Today Kinoma, Inc. enhanced their award winning Kinoma Producer 3 software by adding high quality video encoding for Sony’s popular PlayStation Portable (PSP). Getting video onto a PSP has never been easier – simply select the video files and desired quality level and Kinoma Producer 3 goes to work, transforming the video into a high quality PSP compatible format. The video is then copied to a Memory Stick Duo, ready for immediate playback on PSP. For quick browsing on the PSP, Kinoma Producer 3 automatically creates a thumbnail image for each video clip.

Kinoma Producer 3 is designed for people who don’t want to waste their time becoming video compression experts. With an easy to understand interface and carefully selected video encoding presets, Kinoma Producer 3 takes the guesswork out of transferring video to the PSP. The same power and ease of Kinoma Producer 3 is available for users of both Windows and Mac OS X.

Users of video on computers have long had to grapple with the wide variety of digital video file formats. Kinoma Producer 3 eliminates this confusion by converting most commonly used video files into a PSP compatible format. Both Windows and Macintosh users can convert AVI, DV, MPEG-4, 3GPP, QuickTime, and MPEG files, in addition to most other QuickTime compatible files. Windows users can also convert Windows Media compatible files including Windows Media Video and ASF files, as well as most DirectShow compatible video file formats.

“Kinoma is the first to deliver ‘drag and drop & port’ ease for getting personal video onto the PSP,” says Richard Doherty, Research director for the Envisioneering Group. “Kinoma handles all the tricky audio and video encoding, delivering a wide range of PSP video screen modes and playback economies. That means longer playtime per Memory Stick and faster drag and drop porting as you race out the door.”

A free trial edition of version 3.2 of Kinoma Producer 3 with support for Sony PSP is available for immediate download with registration. The full version of can be purchased through the Kinoma Web site for $29.99. Kinoma Producer 3 requires Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows 2000, Windows XP or Mac OS X.Owners of version 3.0 or 3.1 of Kinoma Producer 3 can upgrade to version 3.2 free of charge by downloading from http://www.kinoma.com/downloadhome.html.

Kinoma, Inc. is a privately held company dedicated to bringing outstanding digital media capabilities to handheld and mobile devices. Founded in 2002 by Peter Hoddie, former Chief Architect of QuickTime at Apple Computer, together with Brian Friedkin and Michael Kellner, the Kinoma team has over 40 years combined experience designing and building industry leading digital media solutions and standards. For additional information visit Kinoma's Web site at www.kinoma.com.

Kinoma is a registered trademark of Kinoma, Inc. Memory Stick, Sony, Sony PlayStation, Sony PSP are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony, Inc. Apple, and QuickTime are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks and service marks are the properties of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

Copyright © 2005 Kinoma, Inc. All Rights Reserved

CONTACT INFORMATION
Mitchell Weinstock, KINOMA
650-322-8999

PSP World Poker Tour game review

PRE-ORDER WORLD POKER TOUR

Created by 2k Sports, comes PSP World Poker Tour. This latest version was created for the Playstation Portable handheld gaming system from Sony, commonly known as the PSP.

Game Description: World Poker Tour takes players into real casinos around the world on high stakes poker tournaments. Based on the hit TV show, World Poker Tour features real-life players, create-a-player and an extensive multiplayer mode. Start a game of No Limit Texas Hold'em and experience the Cadillac of Poker.

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PSP Sports Games...

Available PSP Sports Games

The following sports themed video games are available for the Sony Playstation Portable (PSP) gaming system (click a game title to learn more):

SPORTS GAMES

• PSP Tiger Woods PGA Tour
• PSP NBA
• PSP MLB 2005
• PSP FIFA Soccer
• PSP Tony Hawk's Underground
• PSP NBA Street Showdown
• PSP MVP Baseball
• PSP Hot Shots Golf Open Tee
• PSP NFL Street Unleashed
• PSP Gretzky NHL 2006
• PSP World Soccer Tour
• PSP Madden NFL 2006
• PSP NBA Live

Where you can buy PSP Games - AMAZON.COM

More Playstation Portable Sports Games (PSP Games) coming soon... Check back for PSP game updates.

Import Japanese Video Games - PSP

For various reasons, many video games are never sold outside of Japan. But that isn't stopping U.S. gamers from playing them, thanks to GameBrink.com (http://www.gamebrink.com).

FEDERAL WAY, Wash. (Press from eReleases.com) June 7, 2005 -- The site, which officially launched this week, retails import Japanese video games for PSP(TM), Nintendo DS(TM), GameCube(TM), Game Boy(R) and PlayStation 2(TM) systems from within the U.S.

It is a little-tapped market in North America, but that is precisely what convinced GameBrink.com founder Jeromy Stroh to go into business. Stroh, who had been importing video games from Japan for his own use, knew how interested gamers were in playing new titles like "Bleach: Heat the Soul," a PSP game based on the popular "Bleach" anime series by Kubo Tite, or the so-cute-it-hurts simulation series "Nintendogs," which allows Nintendo DS players to care for virtual puppies.

"There just aren't many stores that compete in this niche," Stroh explained. "Demand for import Japanese video games is growing, however, primarily because PSP and Nintendo DS systems require no modification to play Japanese games, and very little effort is required to be able to play PS2 and GameCube games from Japan."

There is also the draw of being able to play the latest video games long before their English versions are available in this country: Many games are released in Japan months before they hit the U.S. It is perfectly legal to import them, but GameBrink.com is one of the few companies doing so.

As a result, the site's sales are already brisk - and growing with every new release. Pre-orders scheduled for this month include "Coded Arms," a wireless PSP multiplayer fighting game that simulates virtual reality; "Bomberman: Panic Bomber," a four-player PSP WiFi action puzzle game; "Adventure Player" for PSP, where players make their own adventures; and "Trauma Center: Under the Knife," a Nintendo DS game where players must make use of the stylus and voice recognition system to operate on patients with a myriad of ailments.

Part of the allure of import video games, said Stroh, stems from the fact that games from Japan won't play on U.S. PlayStation 2, GameCube or GameBoy systems without a modified chip - which can void a system's warranty - or an adaptor, so not just anyone can play. GameBrink.com will soon offer the adaptors.

In choosing to carve out a niche market, GameBrink.com and other importers could be changing the face of gaming in America. As more U.S. gamers are able to purchase import Japanese video games, a larger American fan base is created for games that manufacturers have thus far released only in Japan. A larger fan base translates to increased sales - and that, in turn, could convince manufacturers to bring more games to the U.S. market. GameBrink.com might just be on the brink of something big.

CONTACT INFORMATION
Jeromy Stroh, GameBrink.com Import Video Games
253-874-2297

PSP NBA Street Showdown game review

PSP NBA STREET!

Created by Electronic Arts, the latest in the NBA Street series, comes PSP NBA Street Showdown. This latest version was created for the Playstation Portable handheld gaming system from Sony, commonly known as the PSP.

Game Description: Take your skills to a new level and challenge the greatest basketball icons to ever hit the court. With NBA STREET, tip off against the baddest old-school legends and todays hottest players and rise above the rim with bigger-than-life moves. Defeat the best the streets have to offer with an arsenal of dunks, passes, dribbles, and tricks. Begin your journey to become a street legend with NBA STREET on PSP handheld entertainment system.

• Rule the Streets: Take on the biggest stars of the NBA in full street style, battle it out with a three-on-three game, or go on the ultimate quest to become a street legend in King of the Courts mode.
• Create Your Own Baller: Add personal style to your created street baller and hold your own against the greatest legends in King of the Courts mode.
• Two Unique Game Modes: Earn style points in Shot Blocker and Arcade Shootout modes and enhance your status as the game's newest street legend.
• Wireless Head-to-Head Gameplay: Play one-on-one against a friend in the original Pick Up Game mode.
• Party Play: Up to four players can compete in two high-flyin' game modes: Shot Blocker and Arcade Shootout using one PSP.
• Pocket Trax: This new feature designed for PSP allows you to listen and watch music content via this built-in player.

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PSP NBA Street Showdown Game Review
Halo player "Jay" (New York, USA) - This is an awesome game for the PSP. You should definitely pick this game up at a store. There are party play games which include 'shot blocker' and 'arcade shootout'. There is wireless head to head mode. This game also includes ea's pocket trax which is when you get to listen to any of the songs from the game. Also King of the court mode. So pick this game up its awsome!!!

Online Video Game Rental Service Launched - NumbThumb Games

NumbThumb Games (www.NumbThumb.com) announces the launch of their newly redesigned Web site along with the addition of new game platforms and a lowered monthly fee.

Austin, Texas (Press from PRWEB) May 23, 2005 -- NumbThumb Games, LLC, an online video game rental service, has good news for avid gamers: They have launched their newly redesigned Web site for easier navigation, added new game platforms and lowered the price of their monthly premier service.

NumbThumb.com is an online service that allows members to rent video games online and receive them in the mail – with no due dates or late fees. The premier service, now only $19.95 per month, allows customers to have two games out at a time.

The continuously growing library of over 2,000 titles has been expanded to include two new game platforms. In addition to PlayStation 2, Xbox, GameCube and GameBoy Advance, the library now includes games for Sony’s PlayStation Portable (PSP) and the Nintendo DS.

The newly designed Web site offers easy navigation, a clean look and feel and now provides more information for members to make their game selections. Each game platform category features various search options such as "Action/FPS/Fighter, "Driving Racing," "New Releases" and "Pre-Releases."

Since there are no late fees and no due dates, when members are done playing a game they simply return it in the postage-paid envelope and receive their next game in their mailbox in as little as one to three days. NumbThumb's centrally located distribution center in Austin, Texas allows for members to receive games faster, offering more play time and less transit time.

About NumbThumb Games, LLC
NumbThumb Games, LLC has been in business for over three years and was founded by avid gamers looking for a better way to rent games.

Launched to the public in 2002, the Web site offers a growing library of over 2,000 titles to customers across the United States. The library of games consists of titles for the PlayStation 2, Xbox, GameCube, Game Boy Advanced, Sony PSP and Nintendo DS game platforms. NumbThumb does not have due dates or late fees and offers unlimited rentals delivered to the customer’s mailbox for a low monthly subscription.

CONTACT INFORMATION
Daryl Hiers, Numb Thumb Games, LLC
512-248-8567

PSP Lumines game review

PSP LUMINES (Puzzles/Music)

Created by UBI Soft, comes PSP Lumines. This game was created for the Playstation Portable handheld gaming system from Sony, commonly known as the PSP.

Game Description: Bust blocks, groove through puzzles, and jam wirelessly with friends. Stack 'em right and you'll unlock lush looks and buttery beats. Want to be lumines? Just let the music guide you.

• Advance through 24 action-packed levels, each with its own musical theme and sound effects.
• Four gameplay modes including single-player and multiplayer ensure varied and lengthy gameplay. Time attacks, duels, and puzzle challenges await!
• Unlock new customizable skins and avatars as you progress. Flaunt your progress in multiplayer mode; push your opponent right off the screen.
• Challenge yourself, or go head to head with an opponent via wireless multiplayer functionality.
• Listen as the jam intensifies depending on your skills. Stack 'em and crack 'em to unlock the best beats and score high points. Combo and link for best results.

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PSP Lumines Game Review
Tommy (Naperville, Illinois United States) - I was a little leary of getting a "puzzle" game for the PSP, but I went with the reviews and lo and behold...I've played almost nothing else on the PSP! This game is great, it's addicting, if you listen to the audio through a set of headphones, the experience is almost all-encompassing.

It's just a well made game...to me, it's like an ultra-hip version of Tetris. It's the "Thinking Man's" game for PSP. :-)

Gameplay: 5 of 5
Controls: 5 of 5
Eye Candy Value: 5 of 5
Ear Candy Value: 5 of 5
Replay Value: 5 of 5
Overall Value: 5 of 5
Chances you'll be up into the wee hours with headphones on playing: 5 of 5

I'm a happy customer, definitely the best of the 3 games I've bought so far (Ridge Racer..very good too and Wipeout...gotta love it too)

Yu-Gi-Oh! Video Game Accessories

Video game and handheld accessories manufacturer NubyTech announced today the launch of its exciting new line of video game accessories for multi-media phenomenon Yu-Gi-Oh!(TM).

LOS ANGELES, CA (Press from eReleases.com) Sept. 21, 2004 - These products will combine outstanding Yu-Gi-Oh! graphics with the latest technology in video game controllers.

Yu-Gi-Oh!, from 4Kids Entertainment, Inc., is a leading animated series, video game franchise, trading card game and toy line.

"We're very excited to introduce a complete line of video game accessories for Yu-Gi-Oh! fans of all ages," said Paul Chen, NubyTech's President and COO. "Now fans will be able to enjoy the full Yu-Gi-Oh! experience at home and on the road with our cool new products. They'll be a "must-have" for Yu-Gi-Oh! gamers."

The new product line will launch October 26, 2004 and include:
- The Yu-Gi-Oh! Controller for PlayStation 2(R)
- The Yu-Gi-Oh! Starter Kit for Game Boy Advance(R) SP

To enhance the Yu-Gi-Oh! gaming experience, NubyTech also will introduce removable console decals with Yu-Gi-Oh! graphics for the different gaming systems.

Additional Yu-Gi-Oh! video game accessories, including the Yu-Gi-Oh! controller for Xbox(R) and specially designed Yu-Gi-Oh! carrying cases for Nintendo's new Dual Screen (DS) and Sony's PlayStation Portable (PSP) handheld video game systems, are scheduled to be released later this year.

About NubyTech Inc.(R)
NubyTech Inc.(R), headquartered in Los Angeles, CA, is a leading manufacturer and designer of video game accessories for major gaming systems including the PlayStation 2(R) Entertainment System, Nintendo GameCube(R), and Game Boy Advance(R). NubyTech(R) has been very dedicated to its customers, and has earned a wide recognition by focusing on setting high quality standards, innovative designs, product research and development, and excellent customer service.

For more information visit us at http://www.nubytech.com/.

CONTACT INFORMATION
Birute Tursa, NubyTech Inc.(R)
310-302-9118

House of Flying Daggers PSP Movie

Sound TechnologyJapan, Inc. presents House of Flying Daggers, in the new UMD Mini (Universal Media Disc) format.

Features:

• A better than average making-of featurette, a peek at visual effects, storyboard and more PlayStation Portable Movie; DVD


• Lush, eye-popping and mesmerizing are woefully inadequate words to describe this widely reviewed and praised Chinese film


• Set in 859 AD during a corrupt period of the Tang Dynasty, two government officers search for an underground rebellion calling themselves House of Flying Daggers


• The extraordinary cinematography by Xiaoding Zhao must be seen to be believed; Extras include dense commentary from director Zhang Yimou and actor Ziyi Zhang

Order House of Flying Daggers for Sony Playstation Portable (UMD format)

About Sony PSP UMD discs: Universal Media Discs (UMDs) are playable only in the Sony PlayStation Portable (PSP) and are not compatible with contemporary DVD players. The UMD is a newly developed compact, high capacity optical format that can store up to 1.8 GB of digital data on a 60mm disc or an entire feature film on a single UMD video. Movies on UMD will be produced in 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio and encoded using advanced AVC compression, which provides a high level of picture quality.

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PSP UMD House of Flying Daggers Movie Review
Cubist (United States) - Fresh from the success of Hero, Zhang Yimou and his current muse, Ziyi Zhang, reunited for another breathtaking martial arts epic, complete with some of the most impressive action sequences since Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. Like these movies, House of Flying Daggers features a tragic love story at its heart.

As he demonstrated in Hero, Yimou has fantastic eye for period detail and this film is no different with its colourful costumes and intricately detailed sets. The director eschews the heightened, primary colour scheme of Hero for a more naturalistic look with House of Flying Daggers. There is a predominantly earth tone look with warm colours like yellows, reds and browns. It is a nice contrast to the stylized action, which is impressively choreographed.

As he proved with Hero, Yimou's House of Flying Daggers is so much more than a martial arts movie. It is also features characters that we grow to care about which only makes the film's conclusion that much more tragic. This movie is just the right balance of style and substance, something that is very hard to pull of successfully with this kind of movie but so far Yimou is two for two. Hopefully, Zhang will continue to be his cinematic muse and they collaborate on future projects.

There is a subtitled audio commentary by Ziyi Zhang and Zhang Yimou. Yimou tends to dominate, talking about the look of the movie and the choreography of the action. Zhang does talk about all of the practicing she did for the dancing and action sequences. Fortunately, she already had six years of dance training which helped prepare for her intensive role.

"The Making of House of Flying Daggers" is a 45-minute look at how this film came together. This well-made featurette examines various aspects, such as story, themes and interviews with the actors who speak highly of Yimou.

"Creating the Visual Effects" is a brief featurette that shows various scenes as they looked originally and then with the CGI added.

Also included are "Storyboard Comparisons" for six scenes and allow one to watch the storyboards alongside the finished product.

"Costumes Gallery" offers a brief look at drawings of the outfits worn by various characters with the final product.

There is also a "Behind the Scenes Photo Gallery" with many on-the-set and on-location photos.

PSP FIFA Soccer game review

PSP FIFA SOCCER!

Created by Electronic Arts, the latest in the FIFA Soccer series, comes PSP FIFA Soccer. This latest version was created for the Playstation Portable handheld gaming system from Sony, commonly known as the PSP.

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Game Description: Boasting unprecedented visual and audio features, a deep selection of advanced controls, and more than 350 official team and league licenses, PSP FIFA Soccer delivers console quality to the Playstation Portable. Battle your way through Season and Tournament play, or replay famous games as you fight your way out of preset match situation in the Challenges mode. With Mid-Season Scenario and wireless capabilities, FIFA Soccer is the only complete, authentic, and intelligent soccer experience for the PSP.

• Replay famous games as you fight your way out of preset match situations
• Wireless multiplayer action
• Over 350 official team and league licenses
• Battle your way through Season and Tournament play

Order PSP FIFA Soccer from Amazon.com

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PSP FIFA Soccer Game Review
Michael Paddrik (ATL GA) - The fifa series has had some great games and i thought that this one would be much too skechey but it seems that i was wrong, it has very good game play and plently of clubs to choose from (go BARCLONEA & ARSANAL!!!) i gave it a 5 because the overall game play is very good so if you like soccer (or Football) i would pick this game up.

Beatbox.Tv Releases Beatboxing Tutorials for Sony's PSP

Now anyone can learn how to beatbox on the train, the plane or the bus. Beatbox.Tv, originators of online beatboxing tutorials, is currently offering video downloads of the most sought after Beatbox tutorials and video clips for the Sony PlayStation Portable (PSP).

(Press from PRWEB) May 4, 2005 -- Beatboxing is the element of Hip Hop that employs a series of oral techniques to create human beats using nearly any sound featured in popular music today. Owners of the PSP can download ready-to-load video onto their PSP's Memory Stick. "We've been waiting a long time for a quality portable video player for deployment of our video content," says co-founder Berry Blanton. "It's really an ideal medium for short-form, engaging video."

This month, Beatbox.Tv is offering its first three downloads, two of which are taken directly from Beatbox.Tv’s flagship DVD, Foundations. PSP users can download "Snare" Tutorials 1 & 2, a harmonica/beatboxing combo from beatboxer Yuri Lane, and a more advanced short beatboxing video mix.

"We wanted to offer Yuri Lane's harmonica performance because it has become so popular on the Internet; now download it to your PSP and get mobile," says Beatboxing co-founder Max B. Beatbox.Tv is fast becoming the online destination for the beat enthusiast and their trade line "Representing Beat Culture" says it all. Beatbox.Tv currently offers streaming beatbox tutorials as well as a host of other video and audio content. To meet the increasing demands of this growing market, Beatbox.Tv is expanding their site to showcase up-and-coming beat artists who can submit audio clips, pictures and bios to be featured on the site. “Beatbox.Tv is not limited to beatboxers," says Blanton. "Beatboxing is simply an element of Hip Hop, and beats are the foundation of Hip Hop."

Beatbox.Tv: Representing Beat Culture

CONTACT INFORMATION
Berry Blanton, BEATBOX.TV
301.793.7566

EA Ships NBA Street Showdown and FIFA Soccer for the PSP

Redwood City, Calif., – April 25, 2005 – Electronic Arts (NASDAQ: ERTS) today announced the release of EA SPORTS BIG NBA STREET Showdown and EA SPORTS FIFA Soccer for the PSP handheld entertainment system. Now, right in the palm of their hands, players can experience the spectacular graphics, new game modes, and Wi-Fi multiplayer of both renowned EA franchises.

"We are thrilled to bring both NBA STREET and FIFA franchises to the PSP platform which now offers players an uncompromising gaming experience on the go," said Warren Wall, VP and Executive Producer at EA Canada. "These titles, along with the rest of the EA's PSP launch line-up, prove that EA is committed to delivering first-rate entertainment in the palm of your hand."

Developed specifically for the new PSP platform, NBA STREET Showdown and FIFA Soccer are full of exciting and original game modes that can be enjoyed in single player, turn-based Party Play, or in wireless head-to-head multiplayer. Players can explore the jam-packed unique content starting with a variety of mini-games or rock out to tunes using EA POCKET TRAX, the built in media player! This unique feature allows gamers to effortlessly transform their PSP into a portable and stylish music player featuring each title's hot soundtrack. FIFA Soccer also offers players the capability to watch music videos when not hooked on playing the game.

Players can take their skills to a new level and challenge the greatest basketball icons to ever hit the court in NBA STREET Showdown. Tipping off against the greatest old-school legends and today's hottest players, gamers can rise above the rim with bigger-than-life moves and defeat the best the streets have to offer with an arsenal of dunks, passes, dribbles, and tricks.

Boasting unprecedented visual and audio features, a deep selection of advanced controls, and more than 350 official team and league licenses, FIFA Soccer delivers console quality gaming on the PSP. Players can battle their way through Season and Tournament play or replay famous games and fight their way out of preset matches in the Challenges mode. FIFA Soccer is a complete, authentic, and intelligent soccer experience for the PSP.

NBA STREET Showdown and FIFA Soccer were developed by EA Canada. Both games are rated "E" for Everyone by the ESRB and are available at an MSRP of $49.99. EA shipped three additional PSP titles last month including Tiger Woods PGA TOUR, Need for Speed Underground Rivals, and NFL STREET 2: Unleashed also rated "E" for Everyone by the ESRB and available at an MSRP of $49.99.

For more information on EA's PSP line-up, please visit www.psp.ea.com.

About Electronic Arts
Electronic Arts Inc. (EA) (NASDAQ: ERTS), headquartered in Redwood City, California, is the world's leading interactive entertainment software company. Founded in 1982, the company develops, publishes, and distributes interactive software worldwide for videogame systems, personal computers and the Internet. Electronic Arts markets its products under three brand names: EA SPORTS, EA GAMES and EA SPORTS BIG. In fiscal 2004, EA posted revenues of $2.96 billion and had 27 titles that sold more than one million copies. EA's homepage and online game site is www.ea.com. More information about EA's products and full text of press releases can be found on the Internet at http://info.ea.com.

By EA Sports

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire PSP game review

PSP Harry Potter

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, made by Electronic Arts, available starting in November 2005. Order your copy today from Amazon.com.

Product Description: In Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Harry is mysteriously selected as the fourth competitor in the dangerous Triwizard Tournament. Each contestant in this international competition must confront a fire-breathing dragon, rescue friends from the icy depths of the Black Lake, and navigate the twisting mysteries of a vast, dangerous maze. Players will experience all the thrills of the movie - from the Quidditch World Cup campsite to a heart-stopping duel with Lord Voldemort himself! Harry, Ron, and Hermione are all playable characters, modeled after their big-screen counterparts. In this game, an all-new spell-casting system allows players to feel the magic for the first time as the controller shakes and reacts with every flick of the wand. Players can also team up with friends in co-operative play to combine their magic and produce more powerful spells than ever before! (from gamezone.com)

Features:

• All new spell casting system
• Team up with others to combine magic and cast more powerful spells in cooperative play mode
• Score dynamic living beans and increase your power with collector and creature cards
• Breathtaking, cinematic environments and characters based on the movie

Order Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire for Sony PSP

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Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire PSP Game Reviews:
Aaron L. Shaw "Casual Reviewer" (Provo, UT USA) - It's about time. A fun Harry Potter Game. What you have heard is true. This is an action Harry Potter game. I love it. It will keep the attention of anyone who has not been a fan in the past. This is because this is an action game where as the other potter games have been a hunt for and talk to collect-a-thon. Is there talking this time? Yes, but only while you are fihghting. In fact, you do not have to read anything if you do not want to. Excellent audio samples and voice acting. The game is fast, fun and creative. You will casts numerous spells. A big complaint has been that you don't pick your spells, you just always press the same button and perform whatever spell fits the situation. BUt I like it. It would slow down the action if you had to go through some menu, and it would limit the spells if they were limited to the number of buttons. Bottom line: Great action game. If you remotely like the series, you will finaly love the game.

A Kid's Review - I had been waiting 4 months for this game to come out, and it was worth the wait! This game is incredible! The graphics are some of the best on the PSP, The controls are very easy to get use to, and the game-play is just plain fun. The levels are sometimes a little hard, but when you die you just come back to life agian whithout having to restart the level. The levels span from collecting glowing magic shields to out-flying dragons. Over all I think this is the best Harry Potter game to date!

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Sony PSP Ape Escape game review

PSP APE ESCAPE

PSP Ape Escape (by Sony Computer Entertainment) - created for the Playstation Portable handheld gaming system from Sony, commonly known as the PSP.

Game Description: The madness begins with Spike's pursuit of Specter and a ton of zany monkeys intent on changing the world. The monkeys are on the loose and they must be stopped! Challenge your friends to thrilling mini-games like snowboarding, boxing, racing and ping pong, anytime, anywhere.

Family-friendly Ape Escape for the PSP will feature multiplayer functionality and a wide variety of mini-games for all ages. When a trouble-making monkey named Specter gets hold of the Professor's Peak Point Helmet, chaos ensues. The powerful device, which can increase a human's intelligence, has a disastrous effect on Spector, transforming him from a sweet, mischievous monkey to a power-hungry monster who has his heart set on ruling the world.

• Family-friendly adventure based on popular Ape Escape series
• Capture 200+ zany monkeys intent on changing the world
• 8 vibrant worlds spanning across more than 20+ levels
• All-new mini-games like snowboarding, boxing, racing, and ping-pong
• Single-player platform action; multiple players via Wireless connectivity

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