Being that this is the internet, a bunch of rumours pass across the Ripten tipline in the span of a single day, and for the most part, we try to post as many as we can. Though the cries of a thousand deluded forumgoers screaming “Crysis upgraded for mobile phones!” will always be ignored, one tip piqued my interest, coming straight out of the November issue of EGM.

According to a NeoGAF member that recieved their issue early, Quartermann’s monthly rumour section held some pretty surprising information, namely that Sony’s 1st-party blockbuster LittleBigPlanet would have Disney-related DLC, as well as other third-party characters. Of course, this single piece of news wouldn’t suffice to fill Quartermann’s rumour section as a whole, so hit the jump to read the full list of rumours. Read more…

Sony’s CEO Jack Tretton recently gave news that PSP and Playstation 3 sales are up 30% from their projected targets. While this news comes as a welcome surprise, it’s also bittersweet. Mr. Tretton went on to say that because of the high sales numbers of the PSP and PS3, he anticipates manufacturing shortages on both consoles later this year. Read more…

Dig Magic the Gathering?  Awesome, I love it too.  Dig Yu-gi-oh? Cool…i guess.  I mean, you are about 10 years old right? You’re 61? Ok, well you play with your grand kids, I’m sure. You play against your reflection in the mirror?! That’s kinda creepy. I mean, uh, that’s fine… ok, ok, don’t get mad! Ok, listen, don’t shake your Oldsmobile keys at me, old man!

I was just trying to say that if you like either of those games you may want to click this blue “read more” button thingy and check out Neverland Card Battles for the PSP. Just sayin’. Read more…

Media Molecule are weeks away from shipping the quite possibly biggest PS3 game of the year (sorry MGS4), but they’re not resting on their laurels quite yet. Talking to Eurogamer, Media Molecule co-founder Mark Healy remarked on the possibility of a PSP version of the game:

There’s definitely scope for a PSP version. We’ve had discussions and talks…nothing concrete at the moment.

He’s even got the perfect idea for what it could be like - hit the jump to find out what LittleBigPlanetPortable could be. Read more…

Sony has released new details on their new PSP model, currently coined the PSP 3000.

The device (shown above) is said to have anti-reflection technology, better on-screen contrast, and deeper, more vibrant color. Additionally, the new PSP will come with a built in microphone catering to multiplayer gaming and in-game Skype calls.

In addition to being available as part of the “Ratchet & Clank Size Matters Entertainment Pack”, announced at E3, it will also be available as part of a $199 “PSP 4GB Memory Entertainment Pack”, containing the updated unit, a 4GB Memory Stick PRO Duo, and a PSN voucher to download Everyday Shooter for the system.

The PSP 3000, bundled with Ratchet & Clank Size Matters for $199, is slated for US release on October 14th, with the Memory Entertainment Pack scheduled for release in November at the same price. Those looking to purchase the system alone will get their chance later in the year via the “Core Pack”, at$169.99.

Official press release available after the jump. Read more…

I know, lots of ladies are going to be upset, but it looks like Destroy all Humans: Big Willy Unleashed for the PSP has been canceled. Read more…

Perhaps the most oddly named gaming event of all time, SquareEnix’s DKS3713 is also the same event that’s ringing with a ton of news. Day 1 is over and with it came the expected and not so expected. Read more…

Brave Story: New Traveler is easily one of the prettiest games on the PSP. That alone would be reason to take a chance on it, but it also happens to be a well thought out take on the fantasy RPG cliche. Interesting characters, smooth battle sequences and a rich story make it one of the PSP’s most-own RPGs.

The star is Tatsuya, an 11 year old boy from our world. One day his best friend and him were out, and she passed out. She was quickly admitted to the hospital, where the protagonist and her family were informed that she was dying.

There’s one way for her life to be saved - a mysterious frog appears before Tatsuya when he is visiting and says that there is a goddess that grants wishes in the parallel world of Vision. If he enters that world as a Traveller and meets the Goddess of Fortune, he can wish for his friend’s health.

Tatsuya’s choice is clear, and he quickly heads to the world of Vision, where he meets strange personalities and helps individuals of that world. Read more…

A Resistance spin-off has been announced for the PSP, developed by Sony’s Bend Studio (who?). Read more…

Sony Computer Entertainment America today announced the Madden NFL 09 PSP Entertainment Pack. This bundle will feature a limited-edition “Metallic Blue” PSP system with the Madden NFL 09 game, “NFL: In Just One Play” UMD Video from NFL Films, a voucher to download the PSN exclusive title Beats rhythm game, and a 1GB Memory Stick. Read more…

Echochrome is one of the most interesting puzzle games to come out for some time. Both due to its amazing sense of style and insane level of difficulty.  Although each version of the monochrome puzzler (it’s on both the PS3 and PSP) sports 56 unique levels, Sony has announced more is on the way.  The best part? They will be free. Read more…

Today’s PlayStation Store update includes the release of both the PS3 and PSP versions of Echochrome. If you’ve been awaiting this charming and mysterious little title, that’s probably all you need to know, but the versions differ slightly, so check out the details. Read more…

Last week we said that Monster Hunter Portable G would probably skew this week’s hardware rankings in favor of the PSP. In retrospect, that might have been an understatement.  Read more…

If you’re wondering whether or not you should pick up God of War: Chains of Olympus for the Playstation Portable, ask yourself these simple questions:

1. Did you play either of the first two God of War games?
2. Did you enjoy them?

If you answered “yes” to both these questions, go out and get yourself a copy of Kratos’s latest adventure. Go on! The internet will still be here when you get back. For those uninitiated into the world of hacking, slashing, gouging, piercing and general fatal maiming, hit the jump for more. Read more…

Looks like Kat was right. Since its Japanese release on March 28, Monster Hunter Freedom 2G has sold more than a million units in just under a week. A day under a week to be exact. Read more…

The latest PS3 firmware update brings the Playstation 3 up to version 2.20, adding further functionality to the victor of the latest format war; Blu-Ray. But Sony also left out the ability to copy a SD version of a Blu-Ray movie to your PSP for portable watching. Details after the break. Read more…

A PS3 and PSP demo for Echochrome is on the Japanese Playstation Store. Along with first impressions, I’m here to help you out with how to control the monochrome world that guides your elegant mannequin. Read more…

The sublimely simple, yet ingeniously enchanting indie game flOw is making its way to a PSP near you. Read more…

Puzzle Guzzle should be available in a store near you, according to the latest press release from Agetec. It is the latest budget-priced PSP title available in North America, available for only $19.99 with an ESRB rating of “E”. Read more…

In an interview from CES, Sony’s senior product manager for PSP, John Koller, said he plans to boost sales of the handheld’s games by re-releasing them over PSN. Read more…