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SCEA/Magic Pixel Games: “Carnival Island” [PS3] – Trailer & Screenshots

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Carnival Island invites you to take a trip to a magic carnival and experience the joy of classic family-friendly fun with over 35 interactive carnival games and delightful attractions. In this new title hitting the stands on November 15th, players will use the PlayStation®Move controller’s precise tracking technology, with every toss, roll, throw, spin and slam translated directly into the game for the most accurate and responsive console gameplay to date. Carnival Island’s intuitive and natural game mechanics also lends itself to all ages and player types, making it perfect for holiday parties and get-togethers with friends!

With both an enchanting single-player mode and a fantastically fun party mode, Carnival Island can handle up to four players and one or two Move motion controllers. Players can also create their own cheering squad consisting of lovable pets throughout their experience as they complete challenges, and like any classic carnival, the game includes interactive fun house mirrors and photo cut-outs, and also allows players to upload snapshots of their experiences and share them with their PlayStation®Network friends.

As the debut title of the recently established studio Magic Pixel Games (led by award-winning veterans from many high profile console game companies- such as THQ, Electronic Arts and Activision- and whose core members previously developed the acclaimed title Boom Blox) this new developing team illustrates their commitment to “finding the fun” in Carnival Island for the PlayStation®Move. Published by Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC (SCEA), players will get their chance to join in on the fun when Carnival Island makes its exciting debut on November 15th.

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Sony: PlayStation Vita – Release Date | Fecha de lanzamiento

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Durante su presencia en la Cumbre Web 2.0, Sony Computer Entertainment America anunció la disponibilidad de su próximo dispositivo portátil. Por fin, varios aficionados de los videojuegos ya saben que a partir del 22 de febrero, el PlayStation Vita estará a la venta a nivel nacional (EE.UU) a un precio de $249.99 por el modelo Wi-Fi y $299.99 por el modelo 3G/Wi-Fi. En Europa y Canadá, los precios serán similares y la fecha de lanzamiento la misma que en Estados Unidos. Mientras tanto, solamente la versión Wi-Fi del PS Vita estará en las tiendas de algunos países de América Latina desde ese día que en otros rincones del mundo. La fecha en otros países latinos dependerá del cumplimiento de procesos de aprobación. 

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PlayStation®Vita Launches February 22, 2012 in the United States

 The Ultimate in Handheld Entertainment, PS Vita Launches Simultaneously in Europe, Canada, Latin America and United States on February 22

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 18, 2011 /PRNewswire/ – Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC (SCEA) today announced on stage at the Web 2.0 Summit 2011 that the PlayStation®Vita (PS Vita) system will launch in the U.S. on February 22, 2012. Available at major retailers for $249.99 (MSRP) for the Wi-Fi model and $299.99 (MSRP) for the 3G/Wi-Fi model, the PS Vita system will offer unparalleled interactive entertainment anytime and anywhere. The PS Vita system will launch on February 22 in Canada for $249.99 (MSRP) for the Wi-Fi model, and Europe for euro 249.99 (RRP) for the Wi-Fi model and euro 299.99 (RRP) for the 3G/Wi-Fi model. The PS Vita system Wi-Fi model will also launch in Latin America during the February 22 launch date.*

“PlayStation Vita will redefine traditional boundaries of gaming and blur the lines between entertainment and reality.  Its launch will serve as a pivotal point in the history of portable gaming and create a new fan base of PlayStation gamers for generations to come,” said Jack Tretton, president and chief executive officer, SCEA. “With its technological prowess and social connectivity, PlayStation Vita offers an experience beyond anything available on the market. Features such as the dual analog sticks, dual cameras, and front and rear touch pad are all designed to deliver the unique, powerful gameplay experiences consumers have been asking for and enable new ways for users to connect with the world around them.”

Leveraging PlayStation’s legacy of delivering deep and immersive gaming experiences, the PS Vita system will bring consumers new ways to play through inputs such as a stunning OLED front touch screen and rear touch pad, dual analog sticks, motion sensors, and dual cameras. With more than 100 games currently in production from first and third party studios including “Sound Shapes™,” “wipEout® 2048,” “Resistance: Burning Skies™,” “UNCHARTED: Golden Abyss™,” Ubisoft’s “Assassin’s Creed,” EA SPORTS ‘FIFA,’ Activision’s ‘Call of Duty®’, and many more, the PS Vita system is poised to deliver gameplay experiences unmatched by any handheld or mobile device on the market.

In addition, with both 3G and Wi-Fi support on some models, PS Vita will draw consumers deeper into the gameplay experience and enable them to connect and play with the world around them, including their friends and other PS Vita owners throughnative PS Vita applications – near and Party. A variety of social networking and communications services such as Facebook, foursquare, Skype™, and Twitter will be available on the PS Vita system.

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PlayStation Vita 3G/Wi-Fi Model Crystal Black

Product name PlayStation Vita 3G/Wi-Fi Model Crystal Black
Product code PCH-1101 AA01
Release date February 22, 2012
MSRP $299.99
Included
  • PlayStation Vita 3G/Wi-Fi model x1
  • USB cable x1
  • AC adaptor x1
  • Power cord x1
  • Printed materials x1
  • SIM card x1 (Inserted in the system)

 

PlayStation Vita Wi-Fi Model Crystal Black

Product name PlayStation Vita Wi-Fi Model Crystal Black
Product code U.S. & Canada: PCH-1001 ZA01LATAM: PCH-1010 ZA01
Release date February 22, 2012
MSRP $249.99
Included
  • PlayStation Vita Wi-Fi model x1
  • USB cable x1
  • AC adaptor x1
  • Power cord x1
  • Printed materials x1

 

PlayStation Vita Product Specification

Platform name PlayStation®Vita
Model number PCH-1000 series
CPU ARM® Cortex™-A9 core (4 core)
GPU SGX543MP4+
Main memory 512MB
VRAM 128MB
External Dimensions Approx. 182.0 x 18.6 x 83.5mm (width x height x depth) (tentative, excludes largestprojection)
Weight Approx 279g (3G/Wi-Fi model)Approx 260g (Wi-Fi model)
Screen
(Touch screen)		 5 inches (16:9), 960 x 544, Approx. 16 million colors, OLEDMulti touch screen (capacitive type)
Rear touch pad Multi touch pad (capacitive type)
Cameras Front camera, Rear cameraFrame rate : 120fps@320×240(QVGA), 60fps@640×480(VGA)Resolution : Up to 640×480(VGA)
Sound Built-in stereo speakersBuilt-in microphone
Sensors Six-axis motion sensing system (three-axis gyroscope, three-axis accelerometer), Threeaxiselectronic compass
Location Built-in GPS (3G/Wi-Fi model only)Wi-Fi location service support
Keys / Switches PS buttonPower buttonDirectional buttons (Up/Down/Right/Left)

Action buttons (Triangle, Circle, Cross, Square)

Shoulder buttons (Right/Left)

Right stick, Left stick

START button, SELECT button

Volume buttons (+/-)
Wireless
communications		 Mobile network connectivity (3G/Wi-Fi model only)For U.S., 3G modem (data communication): HSDPA/HSUPA, GSM/GRPS/EDGEIEEE 802.11b/g/n (n = 1×1)(Wi-Fi) (Infrastructure mode/Ad-hoc mode)

Bluetooth® 2.1+EDR (A2DP/AVRCP/HSP)
Slots/Ports PlayStation®Vita card slotMemory card slotSIM card slot (3G/Wi-Fi model only)

Multi-use port (for USB data communication, DC IN, Audio [Stereo Out / Mono In],
Power Built-In Lithium-ion Battery: DC3.7V 2210mAhAC adaptor: DC 5V
Operatingenvironmenttemperature 5 degrees C ~ 35 degrees C
Supported
AV content
format		 Music–MP3 MPEG-1/2 Audio Layer 3, MP4 (MPEG-4 AAC), WAVE (Linear PCM)Videos

–MPEG-4 Simple Profile (AAC), H.264/MPEG-4 AVC High/Main/Baseline Profile

(AAC)

Photos

–JPEG (Exif 2.2.1), TIFF, BMP, GIF, PNG

*Launch date exceptions may apply in certain Latin American countries, depending on current government safety and compliance approval processes.

Sony: Credit card data encrypted, not so for personal info | Datos de tarjetas de créditos encriptadas, pero no los de información personal

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In a recent blog post on its web sites, Sony Computer Entertainment America got to share more info about the criminal intrusion to the Playstation Network that worries many users about the illegal access to clients’ personal info.

One of the statements on Sony’s web site may give a bit of comfort, at least when it’s about access to credit credit info: “All of the data was protected, and access was restricted both physically and through the perimeter and security of the network. The entire credit card table was encrypted and we have no evidence that credit card data was taken.”

However, the same cannot be said about other yet important info: “The personal data table, which is a separate data set, was not encrypted, but was, of course, behind a very sophisticated security system that was breached in a malicious attack.”

Sony has asked for cooperation to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in San Diego, CA, to solve this serious problem. Meanwhile, some politicians have asked for an explanantion in the US and UK. The subject of electronic data is a very delicate one and of utmost importance for the British people, and they can count on the Data Privacy Act for support.

Source: Q&A #1 for PlayStation Network and Qriocity Services [http://blog.us.playstation.com/2011/04/27/qa-1-for-playstation-network-and-qriocity-services/]; Sony enlists FBI as US, Canadian authorities look into PSN breach [http://www.gamespot.com/news/6310487.html?tag=topslot;title;1].

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En un reciente comunicado publicado en sus sitios web, Sony Computer Entertainment America comparte más información acerca de la intrusión criminal a la PlayStation Network que preocupa a varios de sus clientes por el acceso illegal a información personal.

Una de las declaraciones de Sony puede dar un poco de calma, por lo menos al tratarse de acceso a info de tarjetas de créditos: “todos los datos estaban protegidos, la tabla de los datos de tarjetas de crédito estaban encriptados y no tenemos evidencia que esos datos han sido robados.

Sin embargo, lo mismo no se puede decir de otra información: “la tabla de datos personales que se encontraba en otro set de datos no estaba encriptada pero sí se encontraba bajo un sistema de seguridad sofisticado que fue penetrado en este ataque”, señalo Patrick Seybold.

Sony ha pedido la cooperación de la Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) en San Diego, CA, en este serio problema por el que atraviesa. Mientras tanto, unos políticos han pedido una explicación en los Estados Unidos y en el Reino Unido. El tema de datos electrónicos es de suma importancia y ahora preocupación para los ingleses, y cuentan con el respaldo del Acta de Protección de Datos.

Fuente: Q&A #1 for PlayStation Network and Qriocity Services [http://blog.us.playstation.com/2011/04/27/qa-1-for-playstation-network-and-qriocity-services/]; Sony enlists FBI as US, Canadian authorities look into PSN breach [http://www.gamespot.com/news/6310487.html?tag=topslot;title;1].

SCEA: “GT Academy” Finals @ ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex

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Expert Gran Turismo® 5 Drivers to Compete for a Chance to Go Pro in GT Academy National Event

With More Than 50,000 Registered Players, 32 Finalists to Race in Live Gran Turismo® 5 Competition in Orlando, March 22 & 23

FOSTER CITY, Calif., March 10, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC (SCEA) and Polyphony Digital Inc., in collaboration with Nissan North America, revealed today the 32 contestants that have qualified for the final gaming round in Phase One of GT Academy. Finalists will race using select Nissan vehicles appearing in Gran Turismo® 5, available exclusively on the PlayStation®3 (PS3™) system. By competing in online time trials, the finalists (eight per region) achieved the fastest lap times in the US and are now one step closer to becoming a driver on a professional racing team. The finalists will take part in a live head-to-head competition at the GT Academy National Finals event on Tuesday and Wednesday, March 22 & 23, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World Resort.

More than 53,000 gaming and racing fans across the country competed in the Round 1 online time trial events within Gran Turismo 5 for a chance to make their dreams of becoming a race car driver with a professional team a reality. The National finalists represent an elite group of Gran Turismo players who possess truly amazing driving skills. Competitors were separated by as little as a few hundredths of a second, which became the only difference whether they advanced in the competition.

“We are blown away by the passion and enthusiasm our fans have for GT Academy,” said Scott A. Steinberg, Vice President, Product Marketing, SCEA. “Gran Turismo 5′s attention to detail and realism are second to none, providing the most comprehensive racing experience available and serving as a key component to the GT Academy experience. We look forward to these top drivers competing for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to become a pro race car driver.”

“The response to GT Academy has been amazing,” said Jon Brancheau, Vice President Marketing, Nissan. “Innovative promotions like this connect with our customers and reinforce our brand promise of performance and innovation. I’m looking forward to meeting the 32 finalists and experiencing the excitement of the head to head finals.”

During the National Finals Event, the 32 contestants will be divided into groups of four and will race in a series of live head-to-head races in Gran Turismo 5. Racing Nissan vehicles, each contestant will earn points based on the place they finish. As race difficulty increases, contestants with the fewest points at the end of each round will be eliminated until 16 remain.

The 16 finalists will advance to Phase Two of GT Academy, where they will compete against each other in a series of challenges, going behind-the-wheel of real Nissan race cars, for a chance to become a professional race car driver and the official GT Academy winner for the U.S. The winner will have the opportunity to train with an elite racing team and will work towards a debut as part of a professional team. For full terms and conditions and more information about GT Academy please visit: http://us.gran-turismo.com/us/.

With features to suit newcomers, automotive enthusiasts and seasoned fans, Gran Turismo 5 has raised the bar on the franchise’s quality of design, physics and technology, while delivering an ultra-realistic driving experience with unparalleled visuals and lifelike graphics that are difficult to distinguish from a live race. Gran Turismo 5 features a brand new physics engine for an improved and more realistic, and responsive, driving feel across the board, as well as real-time vehicle damage and wear, with adaptive and accurate car deformation based on point of impact and velocity.

About Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC

Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC continues to redefine the entertainment lifestyle with its PlayStation® and PS one® systems, the PlayStation®2 system, the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, the ground-breaking PlayStation®3 (PS3™) system and its online and network services the PlayStation®Network and PlayStation®Store.

Recognized as the undisputed industry leader, Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC markets the PlayStation family of products and develops, publishes, markets, and distributes software for the PS one, PlayStation 2, PSP and PS3 systems for the North American market. Based in Foster City, California, Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC serves as headquarters for all North American operations and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

Visit us on the Web at http://www.us.playstation.com/.

About Gran Turismo®

With more than 56 million units sold worldwide, the award-winning Gran Turismo® franchise for the PlayStation®, PlayStation®2 and PLAYSTATION®3 is regarded as the best and most authentic driving simulation ever created due to its true-to-life graphics, physics and real-life cars and tracks. Since the inception of the Gran Turismo franchise, famed creator Kazunori Yamauchi and Polyphony Digital Inc. in Japan have revolutionized the racing category as we know it today. His offerings provide the gamer with the most true-to-life driving simulation within the industry and a unique medium for automotive manufacturers to showcase their products.

About Nissan

In North America, Nissan’s operations include automotive styling, engineering, consumer and corporate financing, sales and marketing, distribution and manufacturing. Nissan also sells racing and performance parts through its Nissan Motorsports and NISMO parts line. Nissan is dedicated to improving the environment under the Nissan Green Program 2010 and has been recognized as a 2010 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year by the U.S Environmental Protection Agency. More information on Nissan in North America and the complete line of Nissan and Infiniti vehicles can be found online at http://www.nissanusa.com/ and http://www.nissandriven.com/ http://www.infinitiusa.com/.

Sony: PlayStation 2 – 150 million units sold | 150 millones de unidades vendidas

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PlayStation®2 Sales Reach 150 Million Units Worldwide

PlayStation®2 Continues to Deliver Great Value To Users as a Home Computer Entertainment System with Games for the Whole Family

TOKYO, Feb. 14, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — Sony ComputerEntertainment Inc. (SCE) today announced that the cumulative sales of PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system reached 150 million units*(1) worldwide, as of January 31, 2011. This incredible milestone was reached in 10 years and 11 months since PlayStation 2′s release in Japan in March 2000.

With strong support from 3rd party developers and publishers worldwide and a slew of blockbuster franchises from first party studios including Gran Turismo, God of War, SingStar*(2) and Ratchet & Clank, PlayStation 2 features a vast library of more than 10,828 software titles, representing a broad range of game genres that appeal to everyone in the family. More than 1.52 billion units of PlayStation 2 software have been sold worldwide*(3).

PlayStation 2 was also successful in delivering intuitive game play through the highly popular DUALSHOCK 2 controller as well as through Eye Toy USB Camera, released back in 2003*(4). Using EyeToy Camera, players can physically interact within the game with their own image being projected to the TV monitor in real-time. It also tracks the users’ hands or body movement through the camera. This new style of gameplay expanded PlayStation 2′s users to a wider audience, including families and casual players.

Furthermore, PlayStation 2 was the first home computer entertainment system to integrate DVD technology, and the rapid growth of the install base helped establish DVD as the standard optical disc media format worldwide. Despite almost entering its 12th year since launch, PlayStation 2 system continues to serve as the entertainment centerpiece in many living rooms and is strongly supported in countries and regions, particularly in Eastern Europe, the Middle East, Southeast Asia and South America.

SCE will continue to further expand the PlayStation platform and create a new world of computer entertainment.

*(1) sell-in number
*(2) This title is not released in Japan.
*(3) As of the end of Dec, 2010
*(4) Release year differs by each country or region.

About Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
Recognized as the global leader and company responsible for the progression of consumer-based computer entertainment, Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) manufactures, distributes and markets the PlayStation® game console, the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) handheld entertainment system and the PlayStation®3 (PS3®) system. PlayStation has revolutionized home entertainment by introducing advanced 3D graphic processing, and PlayStation 2 further enhances the PlayStation legacy as the core of home networked entertainment. PSP is a handheld entertainment system that allows users to enjoy 3D games, with high-quality full-motion video, and high-fidelity stereo audio. PS3 is an advanced computer system, incorporating the state-of-the-art Cell processor with super computer like power. SCEI, along with its subsidiary divisions Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc., Sony Computer Entertainment Europe Ltd., and Sony Computer Entertainment Korea Inc. develops, publishes, markets and distributes software, and manages the third party licensing programs for these platforms in the respective markets worldwide. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, SCEI is an independent business unit of the Sony Group.

PlayStation, PS3, PS2 and PSP are registered trademarksof Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. EyeToy is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.

SCEA: Sony ready to set 5 Guinness World Records with ‘LittleBigPlanet 2′ | Sony listo para establecer 5 récords mundiales Guiness con ‘LittleBigPlanet 2′

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LITTLEBIGPLANET™ 2 AIMING TO SET FIVE GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS DURING LIVE STREAMING LAUNCH EVENT

Gamers To Make History Playing The Highly Anticipated Sequel To The Award-Winning PlayStation®3 (PS3™) PLAY, CREATE, SHARE Video Game

January 12, 2011 – In celebration of the January 18th launch of the latest PlayStation®3 (PS3™) PLAY, CREATE, SHARE experience, LittleBigPlanet™ 2, Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC. (SCEA) will partner with Guinness World Records® to set five new records over a three-day period.  Beginning on January 17th and going through January 19th, a small team of dedicated LittleBigPlanet fans will takeover the PlayStation Lounge at the Sony Style store in New York City to set new gaming records and earn their place in history.

The Guinness World Records to be set include:
•       Longest marathon playing LittleBigPlanet 2
•       Longest marathon playing a platform video game
•       Most video game genres played in one video game in 24 hours
•       Most user-generated video game levels played in 24 hours
•       Most user-generated video game levels played in a marathon

LittleBigPlanet 2 will also be recognized for the following records:
•       Most gaming genres in one video game
•       Most player-created levels in one video game
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Sony: “Gran Turismo 5″ Release Date | Fecha de lanzamiento

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Gran Turismo® 5 Release Date Confirmed

The Most Highly Anticipated Racing Game Will Be In Your Hands Beginning Wednesday, November 24

FOSTER CITY, Calif., Nov. 12, 2010 /PRNewswire/ — Sony Computer Entertainment America, LLC (SCEA) today confirmed that Gran Turismo® 5 will go on sale throughout North America on Wednesday, November 24.

“Gran Turismo 5 is an ambitious project, with challenges and complexities which have made it our version of the Apollo Space Program!” commented Kazunori Yamauchi, President of Polyphony Digital Inc. “When we created the original Gran Turismo back in 1997, we wanted to set a completely new precedent for the racing genre. With the technological leap onto PlayStation 3, our objective with Gran Turismo 5 was to create another great revolution which would not only satisfy our own high expectations, but would meet or even exceed the anticipation of the fans. Satisfying the loyal Gran Turismo followers is at the heart of all of our efforts, which is why it was such a difficult decision to delay the release of the game, and one which we did not take lightly. I can only apologize to everyone for making you wait so long, and I hope that when you try out the wealth of driving experiences available in Gran Turismo 5, you will not be disappointed.”

In Gran Turismo 5, you can tackle the world’s most famous racetracks, rendered in high-definition that is as vivid as the real thing, and get behind the wheel of some of the most legendary cars in motor racing from past to cutting-edge present. An impressive line-up of over 1,000 in-game cars will be featured, including the Lamborghini Murcielago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce, the Lexus LFA and the McLaren MP4-12C. Players will also go head-to-head on famous legacy circuits such as Autumn Ring, Deep Forest Raceway, and the Grand Valley Speedway, in addition to renowned real-life circuits such as Nurburgring and the Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca.

For more information on Gran Turismo 5 visit: http://www.gran-turismo.com/.

About the Gran Turismo® Franchise

With more than 56 million units shipped worldwide, the award-winning Gran Turismo® franchise for the PlayStation® , PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, PlayStation®3 and PSP (PlayStation® Portable) is regarded as the best and most authentic driving simulator ever created due to its true-to-life graphics, authentic physics technology and design. Since the inception of the Gran Turismo franchise, famed creator Kazunori Yamauchi and Polyphony Digital Inc. in Japan have revolutionized the racing category as we know it today. His offerings provide the most realistic driving simulation in the industry and a unique medium for automotive manufacturers to showcase their products.

About Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC

Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC continues to redefine the entertainment lifestyle with its PlayStation® and PS one® systems, the PlayStation®2 system, the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, the ground-breaking PlayStation®3 (PS3™) system and its online and network services the PlayStation®Network and PlayStation®Store.

Recognized as the undisputed industry leader, Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC markets the PlayStation family of products and develops, publishes, markets, and distributes software for the PS one, PlayStation 2, PSP and PS3 systems for the North American market. Based in Foster City, California, Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC serves as headquarters for all North American operations and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

Visit us on the Web at http://www.us.playstation.com/.

“PlayStation”, “PSP” and the PlayStation logo are registered trademarks and “PS3″ is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

Gran Turismo® © 2010 Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Manufacturers, cars, names, brands and associated imagery featured in this game in some cases include trademarks and/or copyrighted materials of their respective owners.

Sony: “PlayStation Rewards”

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PlayStation®Rewards Gives Loyal PlayStation® Fans a New Way to Earn Exclusive Status and Recognition

October 27, 2010 – Sony Computer Entertainment America, LLC (SCEA) today unveiled its new loyalty program, PlayStation®Rewards, designed to give PlayStation® fans in the United States the opportunity to gain exclusive status, recognition, and rewards based on a variety of PlayStation-centric activity they engage in across the PlayStation ecosystem.

PlayStation Rewards will begin as an invitation-only beta, including early adopters of PlayStation®Plus and Gamer Advisory Panel (GAP) members, who will have the chance to help shape the program and get a head start on obtaining exclusive rewards. The full public launch is scheduled for Spring 2011, when registered PlayStation®Network fans will be able to join the free loyalty program. During the beta phase, the program will be focused on rewarding activity from PlayStation®3 (PS3™) owners, eventually adding in PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) owners over time.

There are three reward tiers for PlayStation Reward members to attain, consisting of “Select,” “Pro” and “Legendary,” in increasing order. Members advance through each tier based on their level of engagement and actions across the PlayStation ecosystem, including playing new games for the first time, buying content from PlayStation Network in PlayStation®Store or PlayStation®Home, downloading movies and TV shows, or engaging in communication with PlayStation like taking surveys, for example. As their status increases, so do the rewards. Members can go to their profile page and look at the reward progress meter to find their current status level and see how close they are to reaching the next level.

Everyone who participates in PlayStation Rewards has the opportunity to earn a wide range of exclusive rewards. Some examples include exclusive PSN avatars that display member status in the program, dynamic themes and PlayStation Home content, as well as the opportunity to participate in members-only sweepstakes and giveaways, the first of which is an all expenses paid trip to be PlayStation’s guest at the 2011 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas.

“PlayStation’s most important asset is its loyal fans and PlayStation Rewards gives us an opportunity to show our appreciation for their amazing passion and desire to continually evolve the gaming world,” said Susan Panico, senior director, PlayStation Network. “We can’t thank our fans enough for the feedback they have given us over the years and look forward to even more dialog to help us evolve PlayStation Rewards to make it the best possible loyalty program it can be.”