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Yes, it's true.
Patapon 2 won't be available on UMD when it arrives in America. Instead, it'll be a PlayStation Store exclusive title. This digital distribution experiment won't avoid retail altogether, as you'll still be able to buy
Patapon 2 in stores. The boxed package will include a printed manual and a voucher to download
Patapon 2 off the PlayStation Store. Yes, you'll need a Memory Stick, and yes, you'll need a wi-fi connection (or a PS3 connected to the internet).
It's unclear how mainstream consumers will respond to this change. However, we're all for it -- being able to legally download games mixes the convenience of Memory Stick gaming with developers earning money to pay their bills. All in all, it's a win-win.
Patapon 2's 'retail box' revealed originally appeared on Joystiq Playstation on Mon, 20 Apr 2009 13:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
