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Sony confirms UK Motorstorm delay

As was speculated yesterday, Sony has confirmed that following the delay to its release in Japan, Sony will also postpone the release of PS3 racer Motorstorm Apocalypse in the UK. "Although we have shipped the game into the channel last week, given that we are able to do so, we …

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UK Motorstorm release in the balance

It’s due out this Friday in the UK, but Sony has confirmed that no firm decision has yet been made on the European release of Motorstorm Apocalypse. The game was scheduled for release in Japan this Thursday but has now been delayed indefinitely following the terrible earthquake that ravaged Japan …

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Motorstorm and Yakuza delayed

Two key console releases have seen their release dates pushed back in Japan following the terrible destruction suffered by the country at the end of last week. Andriasang reports that Sony’s Motorstorm: Apocalypse was scheduled for release this Thursday (March 17th) but has now seen its release date changed to …

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£850k Apocalyptic marketing drive

A whopping 850,000 has been invested in promoting new PS3 racer Motorstorm Apocalypse. Sony has pulled out all the stops on its action-packed game – set in an earthquake-ravaged city – which is out March 18th. Marketing highlights include idents as part of the firm’s year-long sponsorship of Channel 5 …

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MotorStorm pulled in New Zealand

Sony has decided to cancel the release of PS3 racer MotorStorm Apocalypse in New Zealand. Kotaku reports that the move was made as a result of the recent devastating earthquakes that have hit the Christchurch region. Retailers have been telling customers that "the decision has been made now out of …

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March release for MotorStorm Apocalypse

Sony has announced on the PlayStation blog that PS3 racer MotorStorm: Apocalypse will be released in the UK on March 16th. Notably, the release comes some way before the game is due to arrive at US retail on April 12th. The third instalment in the MotorStorm series, the first of …

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SONY: We’re fronting 3D movement

Sony has opened its E3 conference with a bang – 20 games compatible with 3D technology will be available by March next year. Sony president and CEO Kazuo Hirai made the announcement. He said: From the camera to the living room, we’re the undisputed pioneer of 3D. We’re the only …

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Resolution drops for PS3 3D

Any games that receive a retrospective 3D adaptation for PS3 will likely see their resolution and graphical clout cut in order to maintain a smooth performance, according to two developers working in SCEE’s stereoscopic team. The admission backs up claims by Ninja Theory co-founder Tameem Antoniades earlier this month when …

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Free games offer for Sony 3D TV

Sony is throwing a host of extras at those who invest in its launch range of 3D TVs this June, including four free 3D PS3 games. Those who buy either the first model, the Bravia HX803, or any of the additional 3D sets coming ‘within weeks’ will receive a code …

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Sony extends PSPgo promotion

SCEE has announced that it has extended its free game promotion for new owners of the digital-only PSPgo. Originally set to expire on January 10th, the deal will now run until January 31st and allows those who buy a new machine the chance to download one of either Gran Turismo, …

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