In preparation for Wednesday’s wide release of PS Vita, Sony are releasing System Software Update (v1.61) for download. If you are just turning on your PlayStation Vita for the first time, this update will add a number of new features to the PS Vita (see below for a summary or check our Firmware v1.60 post).
While you wait for you pre-ordered PlayStation Vita to be dispatched by the various online retailers, why not check out this behind-the-scenes video on how the PS Vita ‘The World Is In Play’ advert was made. The ad brings to life the immersive and connected experiences you can have with PS Vita and this film shows how Sony brought those experiences to life.
In the latest episode of Inside PS Vita, take a look at one of the key aspects that makes PS Vita the ultimate handheld for the hardcore gamer: the power and performance that makes a cutting-edge game experience like Uncharted: Golden Abyss possible on a portable.
The PlayStation Vita isn’t just a gaming device – you can also connect with friends using the social networking apps, including Facebook, LiveTweet and Flickr. Luckily, all three apps will be available to download from the PlayStation Store on launch day, and all for free too!
A new patch for Uncharted: Golden Abyss is now available to download, ahead of the Wednesday launch in North America and Europe. The patch brings the game to version v1.01 and weights in at 71MB. The patch preps the game for some upcoming DLC content, in the shape of something called ‘Treasure Maps’.
Following on from the PS Vita TV advert the other day, we now have the finished Uncharted: Golden Abyss TV to show you, ahead of the game’s launch next Wednesday. This will be screened over the coming weeks and months on TV but thought you would like to see a preview before it goes live.
For the Marvel vs Capcom fans out there, we have a new video of the gameplay action on the PlayStation Vita. Check out the video below, featuring Ryu, Frank West and Rocket Raccoon teaming together to overcome Felicia, Arthur and She-Hulk.
The PlayStation Vita Rooms tour is coming to a close very soon, but before it does, you have one last chance to check out the Vita in action. From Today, PS Vita Rooms is in London until launch day next week. Get your hands on one of 30 PS Vita consoles and play the many games available (see below).
If you are still unsure about what the PS Vita has to offer, or if you still have lingering questions – this Ultimate PS Vita FAQ should help you out. Over 45 questions are answered directly from Sony. For everything else, check out our very own PS Vita FAQs.
We’ve in the final days leading up to the PlayStation Vita launch in North America, Europe and Australia. In fact, the first truckload of PS Vita units arrived earlier today and are being prepped for final shipping to retail. Check out the rare behind-the-scenes shots of very large quantities of PS Vita units arriving in Australia.
