PSP homebrew - DaedalusX64 Alpha Rev 502

Another day, another update from the DaedalusX64 team! Here comes revision 502 of the Nintendo 64 emulator for the PSP. Check out the new changes after the jump. Download: DaedalusX64 Alpha Rev

HAWX 2 features 'all aspects' of air combat, four-player campaign co-op

Ubisoft has revealed new information about Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X. 2, which Joystiq got to see in an early build last week at a pre-E3 event. The sequel to the flight combat simulator is expanding its purview to include "all aspects of aerial combat," including takeoffs and landings, recon missions in UAVs, air-to-air refueling and dogfighting missions, and even laser-guiding bombs down to targets.

The game will use satellite imagery to create realistic locations from all over the world, including Moscow, the Arctic Circle and a desert area we got to see in the Persian Gulf. Ubisoft also told Joystiq that the game would offer four-player co-op throughout the whole campaign, as well as "full adversarial multiplayer" with up to eight players involved.

It was also hinted that H.A.W.X. 2 will tie in some of Ubisoft's other Tom Clancy properties, though we weren't yet told how. We'll learn more when we get to play the game (which is due out on Xbox 360, PS3, Wii and PC this fall) in a hands-on at E3.

HAWX 2 features 'all aspects' of air combat, four-player campaign co-op originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 26 May 2010 21:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Kane & Lynch 2 multiplayer pits cops against robbers

The multiplayer component of Kane & Lynch 2: Dog Days won't simply be a "Fragile Alliance." Oh no -- it'll be flat-out war between "Cops and Robbers," in this team-based mode where up to four heavily armed crooks attempt to make off with four million bucks -- in just four minutes.

Yep, it's the video game equivalent of Heat.

Kane & Lynch 2 multiplayer pits cops against robbers originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 26 May 2010 20:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Wild Arms dev working on PS3/PSP game with worldwide appeal

Media Vision, best known for the Wild Arms RPG series, is working on a new project for PlayStation 3 and PSP. New job listings suggest that the project is quite early in production, and is expected to be "a massive project that will span a long term." While the listing describes the Wild Arms series as being "representative of Japan," this new title for Sony platforms will be one that "appeals to users not just in Japan, but around the world as well."

This new project is only the latest in a growing trend of Japanese RPG developers attempting to create a title with worldwide appeal. Most recently, Square Enix made two versions of Nier in an effort to better appeal to Western sensibilities. It'll be interesting to see what approach Media Vision takes for its new globally-focused project.

[Via Andriasang]

Wild Arms dev working on PS3/PSP game with worldwide appeal originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 26 May 2010 19:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Alien Breed: Impact bursts onto PC and PS3 this summer

Team17 Software, best known for its Worms games, is bringing an expanded version of Alien Breed: Evolution to PC and PS3 this summer. Alien Breed: Impact takes the original XBLA game and adds "suggestions from the community," such as weapons upgrades, increased difficulty, and a new "Prologue" campaign for newcomers to the franchise.

Like its predecessor, the top-down shooter is powered by Unreal Engine 3, and will be distributed digitally via Steam and PlayStation Network. Expect both versions of Impact to arrive this summer.

Alien Breed: Impact bursts onto PC and PS3 this summer originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 26 May 2010 19:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

PSP homebrew - iCheat R2

Here's a new version of homebrew coder's Z640 all-in-one cheat device installer for the PlayStation Portable, iCheat. The latest update of the homebrew includes several fixes and some minor GUI improvements. Download: iCheat R2 (http://dl.qj.net/psp/homebrew-applications/icheat-r2.html) Discuss:

Guitar Hero 5 and Band Hero: June DLC

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June's shaping up to be quite a packed month for Guitar Hero 5 and Band Hero DLC aficionados. On top of a free pack of national anthems for Xbox 360 and PS3 users -- you haven't lived until you've rocked out to Germany's national anthem, "Lied der Deutschen," by the way -- three separate band track packs will be available. These will feature Stone Temple Pilots, Alice Cooper and All Time Low.

Head past the break to check out the full list of DLC. We have a feeling that Spanish foreign exchange student staying with your family this summer is going to be pumped to play some "Marcha Real."

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Guitar Hero 5 and Band Hero: June DLC originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 26 May 2010 17:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

PSP homebrew - Brightpad v1

More homebrews coming your way guys as homebrew dev mootjeuh has dropped by our forums to release the initial version of Brightpad, a handy homebrew plugin that "lets you (fully) control the brightness of your PSP's screen." Download:

Test Drive Unlimited 2 drives off the lot Sept. 21

Those awaiting the arrival of Test Drive Unlimited 2 shouldn't make any travel plans for the second week of September, because Atari's already booked you for a trip to Ibiza. The scenic racing game is due to be released on September 21, 2010 in North America, and pre-order campaigns will roll out beginning this week (May 28). As has become the norm, various retailers will feature unique bonuses in exchange for your solemn vow to purchase the game from them. Here's a quick rundown of what's being offered to pre-purchasers:

• Amazon pre-order bonus: Aston Martin V12 Vantage Carbon Black special edition, in-game avatar apparel and Amazon video games store credit (amount TBA)
• Atari.com: custom Nissan 370Z
• Best Buy: Aston Martin DBS Carbon Black special edition
• GameStop: TDU2: Casino Online bonus game (including poker, roulette and slots; playable with friends online) and two exclusive unlockable cars
• Walmart: Inuit finish Audi Q7 V12 TDI Quattro, in-game avatar apparel and Walmart.com gift card (amount TBA).

We recently saw Test Drive Unlimited 2 in action and will have hands-on impressions of the game from E3.

Test Drive Unlimited 2 drives off the lot Sept. 21 originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 26 May 2010 16:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

SCEE president alludes to upcoming paid PSN subscription option

Even though Sony officially "won't comment on rumors or speculation" regarding a paid PSN offering in the near future, Sony Europe president Andrew House gave a bit more substantial answer in a recent Q&A on the UK PlayStation site. When asked outright, "Will PlayStation Network become a paying service?", House responded, "Kaz Hirai stated a few months ago that we were looking at a premium service to sit alongside the current free service and that objective has not changed. You'll learn more about it very soon."

He went on to console potentially upset readers with the knowledge that "the current PSN as you know it will remain a free service." That said, it seems like times are a-changin' for Sony's online network, and some (if not all) of the claims in our recent report on a "PSN+" service may come to pass in the not so distant future (cross-game chat, anyone?). If we were bettin' folks, we'd bet that not so distant future will start around the time of E3.

[Via 1UP]

SCEE president alludes to upcoming paid PSN subscription option originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 26 May 2010 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Press X to Jason: the music video

We know it's supposed to be a moving moment in Heavy Rain, but we can't get enough of parody tributes to the game's true protagonist, little lost Jason. First there was the hit Flash game Press X to Jason and now the Dead Workers Party brings us "Press X to Jason," a bubbly, melodic retelling of the story of the boy who touched America's heart as America touched its X button. You can find it right after the break.

We're intentionally being pretty vague about the content of the scene here, since you really shouldn't be watching the clip unless you've already played Heavy Rain. Like, you really shouldn't. Trust us.

[Thanks, Spencer]

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Press X to Jason: the music video originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 26 May 2010 03:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

GameStop soon to offer Rewards Program

I've been getting all my games from the same store since Mario knows when. Would've loved some form of a membership discount or whatnot, but unfortunately for me, they don't have any of those. For GameStop, that's

Earn double XP in Modern Warfare 2 this Memorial Day weekend

Wait, you're telling us that you still haven't hit 10th Prestige? Is this some sort of joke? Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 has been out for like, a hundred years. Whatever the reason for your pathetic, amateurish ranking, you can give yourself a boost by playing during this three-day Memorial Day weekend, when Infinity Ward will be offering double experience across all of the game's cornucopia of platforms.

There, now you have no excuse. Unless you're having, like, a cookout or pool party during the extended weekend. Or if you're going to a baseball game. Or if you're going to the beach ... Those are all pretty great excuses, we suppose.

Earn double XP in Modern Warfare 2 this Memorial Day weekend originally appeared on Joystiq Xbox on Tue, 25 May 2010 17:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

This is the localized Phantasy Star Portable 2

Phantasy Star Portable 2 has been out in Japan for a while now, racking up crossovers and cameos as DLC in that time. Now that the game is officially getting a Western release, come on in and

PSP homebrew - DaedalusX64 Alpha Rev 498

Oh snap, that was quick! The team behind the ever-popular Nintendo 64 emulator for the PSP is back once again in the homebrew scene to release another build of the DaedalusX64 project. Download:

Backbreaker video gets all defensive

Having educated us in the ways of offense, 505 Games has released a new video to acquaint digital linesmen with Backbreaker's defensive game. Much like the offense game, playing D in Backbreaker uses flicks of the right analog stick to perform various actions, whether they be flying tackles, bull rushes or sneaky evasive spins.

Backbreaker tackles retail shelves -- and the notion of unlicensed football -- June 1.

Backbreaker video gets all defensive originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 24 May 2010 19:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

PSP homebrew - ISO Tool v1.40

Here's a quick update of Takka's ISO Tool, a very handy homebrew app that allows you decrypt EBOOT.BIN files, repack ISOs, and/or convert ISOs to CSO format. Check out what's new in the latest release after the

Hideo Kojima will go to London for autograph signing

If you're in London or will be in the area in mid-June, listen up. Hideo Kojima will be flying in for the launch of Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker. Along with art director Yoji Shinkawa, the