May 9, 2006
Sony Computer Entertainment
America Launches ‘Greatest Hits’ Program for the PSP
Five First-Party Titles Represent
the First-Ever Selection of PSP ‘Greatest Hits’; Additional Third-Party Titles
to Follow
Sony Computer Entertainment America
today announced the launch of the first "Greatest Hits" for the PSP(TM) (PlayStation(R)Portable)
system. The initial selection includes five first-party titles — Ape
Escape(R): On the Loose, ATV Offroad Fury(R): Blazin’ Trails, Hot Shots Golf(R):
Open Tee, Twisted Metal(TM): Head On, and Wipeout(R)Pure —
that will be available for $19.99 SRP on July 25. Nearly 15 third-party games
will be added to the "Greatest Hits" roster in the future. The launch of the
inaugural PSP "Greatest Hits" comes at a time when the PSP system continues to
lead the market as the ultimate in portable gaming and entertainment. "The PSP
is our fastest growing format ever, and with the introduction of this ‘Greatest
Hits’ selection, consumers can check out some of the best-selling titles that
have made the system such a success," said Peter Dille, senior vice president,
marketing, Sony Computer Entertainment America. "As the library of PSP games
continues to grow, the ‘Greatest Hits’ offer a variety of titles ideal for
gaming on the go — all at a great value."
About the "Greatest Hits" Titles:
Ape Escape: On The Loose is
the introduction of the popular Ape Escape(R) series onto the PSP system.
Entertaining for gamers of all types, Ape Escape: On The Loose features
multiplayer functionality and a wide variety of mini-games for players of all
ages. This imaginative game provides players the challenge of capturing more
than 200 monkeys in eight vibrant worlds spanning more than 20 levels in order
to prevent them from changing history! Rating: "E" for Everyone —
ATV Offroad Fury Blazin’ Trails
is an intense, free-roaming, off-road racing game that players can take anytime,
anywhere. Supporting up to four players via wireless multiplayer connectivity,
riders can choose from more than 24 highly detailed ATVs as they tear it up on
more than 30 unique environments with six distinct terrain types including snow,
dirt, mud, ice, water and grass. ATV Offroad Fury(R) Blazin’ Trails
provides gamers several gameplay options including a training course, and
competitions in several race modes such as race, freestyle, career or any of the
various mini-games. Rating: "E" for Everyone
Hot Shots Golf: Open Tee,
part of the multimillion-unit-selling Hot Shots Golf franchise, features six
all-new courses and an all-new character customization feature that includes
over 250 customizable body parts, accessories, clubs and balls. Also, as virtual
golfers spend more time on the greens, they will improve their character’s
experience and abilities. Now, with the advent of wireless multiplayer
connectivity, gamers can get their virtual tee times and play anywhere, anytime,
including two-person matches, eight-person tournaments and two-person miniature
golf rounds. Rating: "E 10+" for Everyone, ages 10 and up —
Twisted Metal: Head-On, built
from the ground up by Incognito Entertainment, the pioneers of the car-combat
genre, allows gamers to take destruction anywhere, anytime. Supporting up to six
players via wireless multiplayer connectivity, gamers can go head-to-head or
compete against AI vehicles and deliver the devastation as they strap themselves
into one of 14 lethal machines on wheels equipped with machine guns, turbo
boosts and special attacks unique to each vehicle. Once a vehicle is selected,
gamers can take their road rage out on opponents in 12 unworldly destructible
arenas. Rating: "T" for Teen
Wipeout Pure provides an
intense, combat racing experience as players choose from five different speed
classes and race relentlessly around 16 futuristic, racing tracks. Supporting up
to eight players via a Wi-Fi link for multiplayer gameplay, gamers will be able
to take on their friends and attempt to blast enemy ships to pieces in a fierce
competition for top racing honors. Fresh downloadable content, including new
tracks, ships, skins, and music, can be downloaded to a Memory Stick Duo(TM) to
expand the racing experience and allow for personalization of the game. Rating:
"E" for Everyone
