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The Pubcast team talk to Guerrilla Games Lead Designer Eric Boltjes on the history of PlayStation, the scary pressures of launch titles & much more.

PlayStation gamers were shocked when Sony's oldest studio, Studio Liverpool, was closed. But wipe away those tears; we have good news.

A grueling, but satisfying dungeon crawler.

A new patch for BF4 is hitting today, but it doesn't resolve the problems leading to stock price drops.

Last week we released two behind-the-scenes videos that provided an intimate look at the Guerrilla Games studio and Killzone Shadow Fall’s PS4-powered technology. This week we continue where we left off with two brand new behind-the-scenes videos that focus on Killzone Shadow Fall’s story and characters.

The first video goes into the creation of the story, which takes place 30 years after the original Killzone trilogy.

The second video looks at the intricate development process for characters in Killzone Shadow Fall.

We hope that you’ve enjoyed our behind-the-scenes videos for Killzone Shadow Fall. The game is out in stores now along with PS4, so we hope you’re able to get one of each in time for the holidays! Also, keep an eye on the redesigned Killzone.com for the latest Killzone Shadow Fall news, tips, features, and interviews.

Now that all of you are done with Thanksgiving, Black Friday and Cyber Monday, what better way to continue the holiday spirit, than with the launch of VidZone’s Holiday Zone! So if all you want for Christmas is Mariah Carey and to reminisce about ‘Last Christmas’ while sitting next to that Yule log fire, all Wrapped Up with Kelly Clarkson… then we have the place for you.

Artist Of The Week: Bruno Mars

We have crowned the one and only Bruno Mars as this week’s Artist Of The Week, so make sure you log in and check out his Featured Playlist which includes the brand new video for ‘Gorilla’ starring the lovely Slumdog Millionaire actress, Freida Pinto.

Holiday Zone

We can’t believe it’s come around so soon, but yes the Holiday Zone is LIVE and has been sprinkled with enough festive cheer to bring a smile to the grumpiest of Grinches!

You’ll find all the classics here, including memorable songs from Mariah Carey, Wham!, Andy Williams as well as Justin Bieber and The Killers. Plus we have a few new Christmassy delights like Kelly Clarkson’s Wrapped In Red playlist.

Hip-Hop Zone

VidZone is proud to bring you the awesome rapper/producer team of Macklemore & Ryan Lewis. So you can now watch all the videos from their chart-smashing album The Heist, including ‘Thrift Shop (feat. Wanz)’ and ‘Can’t Hold Us feat. Ray Dalton’.

New VIP Playlists

Here at VidZone, not only do we want to know what music videos YOU love, but we also like to ask our favorite artists and bands who they like to listen to. This week, we’re pleased to have all new VIP Playlists hand-picked by T-Pain, Britney Spears, Foxes and Latino singer/actor PeeWee.

Latest Videos

Check out our other great selections this week:

• Bruno Mars – Gorilla (RnB) EXPLICIT
• Hunter Hayes – Everybody’s Got Somebody But Me (Country)
• T-Pain – Up Down (Do This All Day) (Hip-Hop)
• St. Lucia – Elevate (Alternative)
• A Great Big World Ft. Christina Aguilera – Say Something (Pop)
• Sleeping With Sirens – Congratulations (Rock)
• Escape The Fate – One for the Money (Metal)
• Macklemore & Ryan Lewis – Centre Stage (Hip-Hop)
• The Notorious B.I.G. – Flashback (Hip-Hop)

VidZone brings you a world of music videos tailored completely for you. Download it now for free from PlayStation Store under the Apps category. As always, keep in touch on Twitter and Facebook. We read everything and love your comments, so don’t be shy! Got any requests for VidZone? Let us know!

The pricing for Gran Turismo 6's microtransactions has been revealed, with the most expensive motor costing a whopping £120.

BioShock Infinite's Creative Director has offered a new theory on violence in video games.

MyCAREER has been one of NBA 2K14‘s most-played modes. The question is, with the next generation of technology, how do we create a fresh experience beyond playing games on the court? Creating a new cinematic experience that rivals a Hollywood film – that’s how!

With over 300 pages of script, MyCAREER on PS4 takes you on an emotional journey like you’ve never experienced before. Our goal was to place you IN the game. From competing on the court, to decisions you make off the court, the experience has been expanded in an immersive journey through next gen technology.

For example, early on you may not get the minutes you want as a rookie. As your team calls a timeout, you have a decision to make – remain sitting or get up and celebrate with your teammates. Each decision affects the way you are viewed both from your team’s viewpoint and the way fans look at you. This is just one of many deep decisions you make, with your actions opening up hours and hours of completely new content both on and off the court.

Things like personality, choosing to answer in polite ways or with arrogance, fans liking you, endorsements and personality badges all factor into your decisions. Even choosing which endorsements to sign with (ala adidas, Nike or Jordan brand, for example) have an effect on your career. Your decisions even affect things like potential trades, social media feeds and endorsements and MyCAREER relationships (team chemistry, GM relationships, loyalty with local and national fans etc). Things like rhythm and team chemistry can impact the way your team plays. The first year experience will take you through all 82 games, and you can chose to play Key Games in the second season onward.

Simply put, MyCAREER lets you make decisions about your NBA career like never before seen. Of course, this is just a small taste of the exciting next-gen MyCAREER mode. We have plenty of surprises up our sleeves. You can grab NBA 2K14 on PS4 right now! Get your journey started and make a name for yourself. This is your story. Your legacy. Your career.

Give me a follow on Twitter @Ronnie2K for all the NBA 2K14 goodness. Thanks for reading!

Atlus' support of PlayStation Vita has paid off. Dragon's Crown and Persona 4 Golden have combined for 1.5 million copies shipped.

Vita's version of Flower comes with a bit of frustration...which isn't ideal for such a serene experience.

The quirky, strange, and incredibly interesting PlayStation-exclusive Doki-Doki Universe finally has a release date. And it's very, very soon.

Hello, fellow miners! In case you missed the news, PS3 owners can now get their hands on Super Motherload and dig up some Martian gems with their friends.

In the wake of the PS3 launch, and to treat our players on PS4, today’s post is all about tips and tricks — helping you to maximize your mining (and edging out the “friendly” competition). Follow these tips and you’ll have your gold Trophies in no time!

Faster, Stronger: Dig straight shafts down to expedite returning to the surface. It’s often worth the cost of bombs to ensure a better tunnel for speedy, collision-free travel.

Efficiency = Much Better: Fuel consumption is highest when digging and flying. Refrain from revving the engine when descending and stay still while figuring out puzzles to conserve fuel.

Make a Small Fortune: Consider your actions carefully when solving puzzles. A careless blast can render the reward irretrievable and result in bomber’s remorse.

Be More Cautious This Time, Comrade: C4 destroys a 5 area, TNT destroys 3, and Shaft Bombs destroy 1. This can can mean the difference between grabbing valuable gemstones and wiping worthless dust from your hull.

Best Improve Yer Game Plan: Using DualShock 4′s touch pad to detonate bombs is much faster than cycling with the bumpers. Beat your “comrades” to the best loot by swiping Left for TNT, Up for C4, Right for T-Bombs, Down for Shaft Bombs and Clicking for Electron Bombs.

Ooh, This Don’t Look Safe: Lava is usually best avoided, but it can be worth trading a few scorch marks on your hull for tasty rewards when you’re low on bombs.

I Regret Everything: Steel plates can be melted with Electron Bombs, but the remnants are still hot enough to deal damage. Shrewd miners know to blast away the remnants with explosives before proceeding.

Cheat Death: Upgrade your fuel tank whenever possible, and watch your fuel like a hawk. You’ll need a well-equipped digging machine to make it in hardcore mode — ideally with an unlocked character. You may have to start a few games with the same character to earn enough cash. Teleporters are your friend.

A Vehicle to their Undoing: Different Specials are available at shop bases each game, and multiple playthroughs are required to collect them all.

A Lucrative Selection: Each unlockable character has a different special ability that will come in handy on future missions into Mars.

Thing o’ Beauty: There’s a secret shop that’s more well-stocked than others.

It Can be Cruel Beneath the Surface: Be prepared for the deepest depths of Mars. Plenty of bombs, an upgraded rotor, high hull strength and a decent radar will help you in reaching your destiny. Good luck, comrade; the fate of Universe is in your hands.

Super Motherload is available now for PS4 and PS3.

Hi there! Greg Johnson again. We here at HumaNature Studios are excited to finally announce that Doki-Doki Universe will be available next week on Tuesday, December 10th for PS4, PS3, and PS Vita. In Doki-Doki Universe you play as the adorable robot QT3 on a quest to learn about humanity with the help of Alien Jeff.

The full game, available for $14.99, includes the story mode, 31 personality quizzes, and the Doki-Doki Mail messaging system. Or if you prefer to test out the waters before diving in, you can alternatively download a free version of the game — the Starter Pack — which includes 16 personality quizzes, Doki-Doki Mail, QT3’s home planet, and a tutorial planet. Doki-Doki Universe will support cross buy, so once you download the game on one system, you’ll be able to download it at no additional cost on the other systems.

In the spirit of the upcoming launch, I’ll be joining the PlayStation.Blog team to do a live playthrough on December 10th. Check out the official PlayStation channel on Twitch to watch and ask questions. We’ll also be giving away voucher codes for the full version of Doki-Doki Universe!

We thought we’d share a sneak peek at one of the many little stories you’ll encounter as you travel around Doki-Doki Universe as QT3, and one that’ll we’ll also be sharing with you on the live stream next week. This story seemed especially appropriate for the holidays as it has a wintery theme, as well as a theme of love and acceptance.

This story takes place on a planet called Brrr. As QT3, you’ll encounter an insecure young snowman named Junior, who is ashamed of the fact that he can’t stand the cold. Junior is afraid to tell his father, as he’s sure his dad would never understand.

Meanwhile, his father is worried because Junior is always getting sick, and he doesn’t know why. In this scene, you help them resolve their problems by conjuring up items and helping them to communicate. As we play through this new level on the livestream, we’ll show you how QT3 ultimately helps Junior and his dad.

We hope you enjoy this little preview, and we’re looking forward to our big release day. Everyone at HumaNature Studios wishes you a warm holiday filled with love, acceptance, and happy snowmen.

Last week, we kicked off our Festive Giveaway promotion and gave you Rymdkapsel and Passing Time to enjoy over the Thanksgiving weekend. This week, we’re giving you two more great games for free: Gun Commando and Mononoke Slashdown.

Over the next few weeks, we’ll announce two new PS Mobile games that will be free on the PlayStation.Blog. So keep checking back with us over the holidays to find out which games will be free during the Festive Giveaway.

Gun Commando by Ripstone Ltd.

Gun Commando is a fusion of classic shoot-em-ups and first-person shooters with a unique and action-packed campaign. Earth has been taken by alien forces, and all that stands between the oblivious civilians and their grim fate is you; a war-torn veteran commando with a large arsenal of advanced weaponry. Your deadliest mission yet takes you on a city-wide journey of destruction, where you must attempt to single-handedly take out the invading alien forces.

Mononoke Slashdown by F K Digital

Mononoke Slashdown is a side-scrolling, hack and slash game from F K Digital. As the ninja Kagemaru, you embark on a quest to save numerous townspeople from monsters and demons. As you move through the game and complete levels, you’ll earn money to unlock new powers and abilities.

PS Vita owners can download these games from the PlayStation Mobile section of PlayStation Store; Owners of PlayStation certified devices such as the Sony Xperia Z smartphone, Wikipad or Sony Xperia tablet Z, can obtain them through the PlayStation Mobile Store.

Namco Bandai has been teasing a new Tales game for some time, but it appears the official reveal is coming any day now.

Does the Vita have a life outside of being a PS4 accessory? You have a lot of questions about it, we have opinions -- and a Vita TV!

This week on the PSN, Rainbow Moon finally arrives to Vita, Escape Plan comes to PS4, and a bunch of PS3 games are discounted.

Get a comprehensive look at how games like Battlefield 4, Call of Duty, Need for Speed Rivals, FIFA 14 and more look on all the current consoles.

PS4 Games Tiny Brains ($19.99) ‘Tiny Brains’ is a cooperative puzzle that follows four super-powered lab animals in their attempt to escape a mad scientist’s experiments. In this joyously chaotic multiplayer game, the four ‘Tiny Brains’ must combine their unique physics-based powers to navigate through a trick-ridden maze. All of the puzzles in ‘Tiny Brains’ can be solved multiple ways depending on how groups combine their powers. Attractive to both hardcore and casual fans, the game has competitive leaderboards and challenging fast paced communicative play along with simple controls so players of any level can jump right in. Escape Plan ($14.99, Cross-Buy) The award-winning survival-humor game for the PS Vita system is now available for the PS4™ system!

Help hapless heroes Lil and Laarg interact with unique and twisted puzzles of each room. Only you can help them survive before their captor and nemesis, Bakuki, recycles them and turns them into his minions. Access 78 puzzle rooms and also receive access to Bakuki’s Lair, featuring an additional 19 rooms. Caged among the chaos of Bakuki’s Lair, Lil and Laarg are doomed without your help. Guide Lil and Laarg to safety by dashing past sausages blasted at your face, skipping over scalding hot cheese and avoiding a bevy of confusing death traps.

PS3 Bundles Battlefield 4 Bonus Holiday Edition ($49.99) Thank you for purchasing Battlefield 4. This enables you to get Battlefield 4 China Rising. FIFA 14 Bonus Holiday Edition ($49.99) The full game including 2200 FIFA Points to redeem FUT Packs in FIFA 14 Ultimate Team. Madden NFL 25 Bonus Holiday Edition ($49.99) Powered by EA SPORTS Ignite, Madden NFL 25 ushers in the next generation of sports games delivering 10 times more detail than any game in the franchise’s 25 year history. This also unlocks 14 unopened Pro Packs in Ultimate Team. NCAA Football 14 Bonus Holiday Edition ($49.99) With an all new physics engine, play true to your team with NCAA® Football 14. New Coach Skills & Power Recruiting create the best Dynasty experience ever. Add in the fan-favorite Ultimate Team mode which includes thousands of former NCAA stars & you’ll have the deepest entry in the history of the franchise. This also unlocks 14 unopened All-American Packs in Ultimate Team. Need For Speed Rivals Bonus Holiday Edition ($49.99) Pick up the Need for Speed Rivals Bonus Edition and receive the game plus additional in-game content!

The Bonus Edition includes the Premium Livery pack which unlocks the following personalization options: Retro
Touring for the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Black Series, Continental
Runner for the Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Superleggera
Edizione Tecnica, Graffiti Paint for the Porsche Cayman S, and
Crafted Weave for the Ford GT. This bundle also includes the Timersavers Pack which provides instant access to all upgrades for your race cars.

Rainbow Moon Cross-Save Bundle ($22.49) Download this Cross-Save Bundle and get the indie role-playing hit Rainbow Moon for the PlayStation®Vita system and PlayStation®3 system!

Explore a fascinating world and fight nasty creatures in turn-based battles. Visit towns and shop for new equipment and upgrades. Six playable characters await you in an addictive game that lasts more than 40 hours.

PS3 Games Stick It To The Man ($12.99, Cross-Buy) On an ordinary day, hard hat tester Ray has a bizarre accident and wakes up with a giant pink spaghetti arm sticking out of his brain, giving him extraordinary mind-reading powers. Ray can suddenly change the world with stickers, transforming his paper universe by tearing it, folding it and using the crazy stickers he finds (along with his awesome new powers) to solve mind-boggling puzzles! Sadly, Ray doesn’t have much time to get to grips with his new-fangled psychic abilities. Instead, he’s on the run from ‘The Man’ for a crime he didn’t commit. Can you help Ray out of this sticky situation? Get ready to tear it, rip it and Stick it to the Man! PS Vita Games Rainbow Moon ($14.99) The indie role-playing hit Rainbow Moon returns for the PlayStation®Vita system with Cross-Save support and numerous updates!

Explore a fascinating world and fight nasty creatures in turn-based battles. Visit towns and shop for new equipment and upgrades. Six playable characters await you in an addictive game that lasts more than 40 hours.

Rainbow Moon PS3 Player Special Offer ($7.49) Purchase Rainbow Moon for the PlayStation®Vita system at a 50% discount if you already own Rainbow Moon for the PlayStation 3 system. This special offer is available for a limited time only.

The indie role-playing hit Rainbow Moon returns for the PlayStation®Vita system with Cross-Save support and numerous updates!

Explore a fascinating world and fight nasty creatures in turn-based battles. Visit towns and shop for new equipment and upgrades. Six playable characters await you in an addictive game that lasts more than 40 hours.

Stick It To The Man ($12.99, Cross-Buy) On an ordinary day, hard hat tester Ray has a bizarre accident and wakes up with a giant pink spaghetti arm sticking out of his brain, giving him extraordinary mind-reading powers. Ray can suddenly change the world with stickers, transforming his paper universe by tearing it, folding it and using the crazy stickers he finds (along with his awesome new powers) to solve mind-boggling puzzles! Sadly, Ray doesn’t have much time to get to grips with his new-fangled psychic abilities. Instead, he’s on the run from ‘The Man’ for a crime he didn’t commit. Can you help Ray out of this sticky situation? Get ready to tear it, rip it and Stick it to the Man! PlayStation Store Highlights

Start your winter off right with Holiday Bundles from some of your favorite EA titles. Madden 25, NCAA 14, FIFA 14, Need For Speed Rivals and Battlefield 4 all have special Holiday Bundles priced at $49.99. If you’ve been on the fence about any of these games, now is the time to buy.

For Vita owners, Rainbow Moon heads to the handheld this week. The fan-favorite RPG is a perfect fit for an on-the-go experience. If you already own Vita on PS3, you can pick this Vita title up for only $7.49, that’s a 50% savings!

PS4 owners get a great new indie title: Tiny Brains! Also, the Vita game Escape Plan comes to PS4.

If you’re still in savings-mode from Black Friday, be sure to check out the PlayStation Store’s Holiday Sale. This annual sales event gives PlayStation gamers the opportunity to save on a number of hit titles, each week from December 3rd to December 31st! With discounts of up to 50% off (75% off for Plus members) on PS3 and PS Vita games, be sure to take a look at these deals each week.

PlayStation Plus

Learn more and purchase online, or activate instantly on PlayStation Store. To learn more about this week’s Plus offerings, check out this week’s PS Plus post.

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Game Title PS Plus Price Regular Sale Price

Tiny Brains

$15.99

$19.99

Draw Slasher

$2.99

$4.99

Rainbow Moon

$11.99

$14.99

Rainbow Moon Cross-Save Bundle

$17.99

$22.49

Rainbow Moon PS3 Player Special Offer

$5.99

$7.49

Demos

• Tiny Brains (PS4)
• Rainbow Moon (PSVita)

Price Changes Game Title Original Price New Price

Record Of Agarest War – Public Release

$19.99

$14.99

Record Of Agarest War 2

$44.99

$29.99

Record Of Agarest War Zero

$24.99

$19.99

Saints Row: The Third

$39.99

$29.99

Tomb Raider Digital Edition (Bundle)

$44.99

$29.99

Battle Fantasia

$19.99

$14.99

Crazy Strike Bowling

$14.99

$9.99

Limbo

$14.99

$9.99

Blazblue: Continuum Shift Extend

$24.99

$14.99

Limbo (Trial)

$14.99

$9.99

Blazblue: Continuum Shift Ii

$24.99

$9.99

Blazing Souls Accelate

$14.99

$9.99

Cho Aniki Zero

$9.99

$5.99

Fate/Extra

$14.99

$9.99

Gladiator Begins

$9.99

$7.99

Hakuoki: Warriors Of The Shinsengumi

$24.99

$19.99

Jikandia: The Timeless Land

$14.99

$9.99

Mimana Iyar Chronicle

$14.99

$9.99

Ragnarok Tactics

$19.99

$14.99

Sweet Fuse: At Your Side

$24.99

$19.99

Grid 2 All-In Pack

$29.99

$34.99

Grid 2: Grid 2 Classic Grid Pack

$5.99

$2.99

Holiday Sale

Game Title Regular Price Sale Price PS Plus Price

DEFIANCE

9.99

4.99

2.50

DEFIANCE DELUXE EDITION

29.99

14.99

7.50

ARMY OF TWO THE DEVIL’S CARTEL

29.99

14.99

7.50

THE BUREAU: XCOM DECLASSIFIED

59.99

29.99

20.99

REMEMBER ME

39.99

23.99

19.19

TERRARIA

14.99

7.49

3.75

NI NO KUNI: WRATH OF THE WHITE WITCH

19.99

13.99

9.79

Final Fantasy XIV

39.99

19.99

10.00

Final Fantasy XIV Collector’s Edition

59.99

29.99

15.00

Rocksmith 2014

59.99

41.99

29.39

PS4 Add-ons Escape Plan

• Director’s Cut ($4.99, Cross-Buy)
• The Asylum ($4.99, Cross-Buy)
• The Underground ($4.99, Cross-Buy)

PS3 Add-ons Batman: Arkham Origins

• Initiation ($6.99, Free for Season Pass)

Dead or Alive 5 Ultimate: Core Fighters

• Casual Collection Vol. 2 ($1.99 ea. or $10.99 Bundle)

Dollar Dash

• Winter Pack ($1.99)

Dynasty Warriors 8

• Base Themes ($1.99)
• New Stage 6 ($1.99)
• New Stage 7 ($1.99)
• New Weapon Pack 7 ($1.99)
• Old Costume Pack 4 ($2.99)

Killer Is Dead

• Smooth Operator Pack ($4.99)

Magic 2014: Duels of the Planeswalkers

• Deck Pack 2 ($2.99)

Rocksmith 2014

• The Who Song Pack ($11.99)
• Kazuyoshi Saito – Yasashiku Naritai ($2.99)
• One OK Rock – Liar ($2.99)
• One OK Rock – No Scared ($2.99)
• The Who – Baba O’Riley ($2.99)
• The Who – Behind Blue Eyes ($2.99)
• The Who – Pinball Wizard ($2.99)
• The Who – The Seeker ($2.99)
• The Who – Who Are You ($2.99)

Saint Seiya Brave Soliders

• Odin Robe Seiya ($1.99)
• Vigro Shun ($1.99)
• Another Costume Set ($2.99)

Saints Row IV

• Hey Ash, Whatcha Playin? Pack ($2.99)

Stealth Inc: A Clone in the Dark

• The Lost Clones ($3.99, Cross-Buy)

Tour de France 2013

• Paris-Nice ($4.99)

WWE 2K14

• Summer Rae (Free)
• Superstars and Moves Pack ($7.99, Free for Season Pass)

Young Justice: Legacy

• Blue Beetle Hero Pack ($1.99)
• Bumblebee Hero Pack ($1.99)
• Classic Costume Pack ($3.99)
• Covert Costume Pack ($3.99)
• Lagoon Boy Hero Pack ($1.99)
• Ultimate Hero Pack ($5.99)
• Wonder Girl Hero Pack ($1.99)

Zombie Driver HD

• Burning Garden of Slaughter ($1.99)

PS Vita Add-ons Escape Plan

• Director’s Cut ($4.99, Cross-Buy)
• The Asylum ($4.99, Cross-Buy)
• The Underground ($4.99, Cross-Buy)

Stealth Inc: A Clone in the Dark

• The Lost Clones ($3.99, Cross-Buy)

Rainbow Moon

• 50000 Rainbow Pearls (Baldren) + Black Ring ($1.99, Cross Buy)
• 270000 Rainbow Coins ($3.99, Cross Buy)
• 35000 Rainbow Coins ($0.99, Cross Buy)
• 500 Rainbow Pearls (various) ($0.49, Cross Buy)
• 5000 Rainbow Coins ($0.49, Cross Buy)
• 50000 Rainbow Pearls (Dozeru) + Pearl Ring ($1.99, Cross Buy)
• 50000 Rainbow Pearls (Gorodo) + Fire Ring ($1.99, Cross Buy)
• 50000 Rainbow Pearls (Serena) + Pearl Ring ($1.99, Cross Buy)
• 50000 Rainbow Pearls (Trisha) + Fire Ring ($1.99, Cross Buy)
• 50000 Rainbow Pearls (Zelorus) + Black Ring ($1.99, Cross Buy)
• 90000 Rainbow Coins ($1.99, Cross Buy)
• Amulet Set (Double) ($1.49, Cross Buy)
• Amulet Set (Single) ($0.99, Cross Buy)
• Amulet Set (Triple) ($1.99, Cross Buy)
• Starter Pack (Large) ($2.99, Cross Buy)
• Starter Pack (Medium) ($1.99, Cross Buy)
• Starter Pack (Small) ($1.99, Cross Buy)

PS3 Themes

• Digital Blasphgemy Roche Dynamic Theme ($2.99)
• Melody of the Mermaid Dynamic Theme ($2.99)
• NHL: Blackhawks Grinder Dynamic Theme ($2.99)
• NHL: Blues Grinder Dynamic Theme ($2.99)
• NHL: Bruins Grinder Dynamic Theme ($2.99)
• NHL: Canadiens Grinder Dynamic Theme ($2.99)
• NHL: Capitals Grinder Dynamic Theme ($2.99)
• NHL: Flames Grinder Dynamic Theme ($2.99)
• NHL: Flyers Grinder Dynamic Theme ($2.99)
• NHL: Jets Grinder Dynamic Theme ($2.99)
• NHL: Kings Grinder Dynamic Theme ($2.99)
• NHL: Maple Leafs Grinder Dynamic Theme ($2.99)
• NHL: Oilers Grinder Dynamic Theme ($2.99)
• NHL: Penguins Grinder Dynamic Theme ($2.99)
• NHL: Rangers Grinder Dynamic Theme ($2.99)
• NHL: Red Wings Grinder Dynamic Theme ($2.99)
• Pablo Uchida Static Series 1 ($1.99)
• Pablo Uchida Static Series 2 ($1.99)
• Rage Comics Dynamic Bundle 1 ($4.99)

The VGX reveals many of the games it will feature this Saturday.

PS3's beautiful real-time strategy game Eufloria is making its way over to PlayStation Vita later this month.

Tearaway has been out now for about a week, and what a phenomenal response it’s been getting. We’ve been quite blown away by the great reviews and kind words from everyone, so thank you all!

We launched Tearaway.me last week, and since then we’ve been watching as all your photos — both from in-game, and of your papercraft models — came flooding in. They’re amazing.

Click here to see the full gallery

We know you can be a creative bunch, but it’s amazing to see what everyone’s been up to. One of the most incredible things to see is the way everyone has customised their messenger, and we’d like to share some of the most impressive ones we’ve seen so far. It’s well worth browsing through all the pics on Tearaway.me to see more, and please send us pics you’ve been taking — maybe post them in the comments below!

If you haven’t yet grabbed your copy of Tearaway, it’s out now.

Series creator Hideo Kojima has explained it's going to take a while to finish developing MGS 5 thanks to its "enormous volume".

In what is shaping up to be a historic year for gamers, I’m delighted to share an important new milestone with you. PS4’s North American debut on November 15th was PlayStation’s largest ever, with more than one million gamers picking up a PS4 in just 24 hours. Now, with PS4’s global launch expanding to a total of 32 countries worldwide, including Europe and Latin America, I’m proud to announce that more than 2.1 million PS4s have been sold.

It’s an impressive and record-setting accomplishment for our company and for our industry, and we couldn’t have done it without you. I want to personally thank PlayStation fans, both old and new, for your vote of confidence. The best part: the PS4 journey has just begun. In addition to an incredible lineup of PS4 games from the best developers in the world, we will continue to introduce valuable new features and services to PS4 in the months and years ahead.

While PS4’s capabilities will continue to evolve, our commitment to gamers and breakthrough entertainment remains steadfast. We believe that videogames represent the pinnacle of artistry and entertainment, and we will work tirelessly to make sure that PlayStation remains the best place to play.

Thank you for your passion and your support — we couldn’t have done this without you.

Codemasters' Grid 2 will be the free game available to PS Plus subscribers this week. The sequel launched back in May, some five years after the original, for the PS3, PC and Xbox 360. Feel free to give our review a read if you're looking for more information.

In addition to the usual free game, PS Plus subscribers can check out a bunch of different deals after PSN updates tomorrow. Remember Me will be under $20, Terraria will be down to $3.75 and Ni No Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch will be under $10. As for the rest of the deals, they can be seen over on the PlayStation Blog.

Jason Rubin, co-founder of Sony developer Naughty Dog, had some interesting things to say about Nintendo recently.

Sony owns a ton of studios that make PlayStation exclusives. Which ones rise to the top, and which ones are falling (or have fallen) by the wayside?

Todd Papy, who recently left God of War developer Sony Santa Monica, has found himself at Crytek in Germany, working on a new project.

Hop in to the driver’s seat with GRID 2 on PS3, coming to you free for PS Plus members to kick off the month of December. In addition to GRID 2, you’ll also note the start of the PlayStation Store Holiday Sale! The first week brings in some of this year’s best titles including Ni No Kuni, Remember Me, and Terraria; all at really really good prices.

You can take advantage of all these PS Plus benefits after the PlayStation Store updates tomorrow, 12/3.

GRID 2(PS3)

Free for PS Plus members, Regular Price: $35.99

Be fast, be first and be famous as you join the elite in ‘World Series Racing’ where the greatest cars, drivers and events come together in the search for a new motorsport icon. Experience aggressive racing against advanced AI and become immersed in the race with GRID 2’s new TrueFeel™ Handling system which powers edge-of-control exhilaration behind the wheel of every iconic car. An extensive, separate online campaign powered by RaceNet sets new standards in the genre. Welcome back to racing.

Holiday Sale (Week1)

It’s week 1 of the PlayStation Store Holiday Sale! Check out these slammin’ sales on some of gaming’s best and check back over the next few weeks to see what else is on deck for a hefty PS Plus discount.

Game Title PS Plus Price Regular Price Defiance $2.50 $4.99 Defiance Deluxe Edition $7.50 $14.99 Army Of Two The Devil’s Cartel $7.50 $14.99 The Bureau: XCOM Declassified $20.99 $29.99 Remember Me $19.19 $23.99 Terraria $3.75 $7.49 Ni No Kuni: Wrath Of The White Witch $9.79 $13.99 Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn $10.00 $19.99 Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn Collectors Edition $15.00 $29.99 Rocksmith 2014 $29.39 $41.99

Other Discounts

In addition to the PlayStation Store Holiday Sale, have a look at these additional discounts including the wonderful Rainbow Moon on PS Vita.

Game Title PS Plus Price Regular Price Tiny Brains $15.99 $19.99 Draw Slasher $2.99 $4.99 Rainbow Moon $11.99 $14.99 Rainbow Moon Cross-Save Bundle $17.99 $22.49 Rainbow Moon Ps3 Player Special Offer $5.99 $7.49

Last Chance (Leaving on 12/10)

Instant Game Collection
Bit.Trip Presents Runner2: Future Legend of Rhythm Alien (PS3)

Discounts
Defiance
Defiance Deluxe Edition
Army Of Two The Devil’s Cartel
The Bureau: XCOM Declassified
Remember Me
Terraria
Ni No Kuni: Wrath Of The White Witch
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn Collectors Edition
Rocksmith 2014
Dynasty Warriors 6
Dynasty Warriors 7

What’s your favorite content from this week’s update?

We’ll be back next week to add another title to the Instant Game Collection as well as more discounts, Holiday Sale Week 2 info, and more.

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