PSP Bolsters Software Library With Six New Titles for the Upcoming Holiday Season

PSP Playstation Portable Bolsters
Software Library With Six New Titles for the Upcoming Holiday Season

Market-Leading Portable
Entertainment System Continues to Add Consumer Value and Compelling Game Content
Across Multiple Genres

FOSTER CITY, Calif., Sept. 7 Sony
Computer Entertainment America is leading the charge for what will surely be a
brisk holiday season for the market-leading PSP(TM) (PlayStation(R)Portable)
system. The PSP system brings an unparalleled gaming experience to the portable
market, and with these six new action-packed first-party titles scheduled for
release before the end of the year, consumers have an impressive selection of
new games to compliment the ever-expanding library of PSP entertainment. The new
titles cover multiple genres and provide exciting game options for gamers of all
ages, bringing even more anticipation and excitement to the first North American
holiday season for the PSP system.

"Our first party developers have
created a tremendous line-up of innovative new titles that will allow consumers
to take full advantage of the entertainment value of the PSP system through this
holiday season," said Jack Tretton, executive vice president, Sony Computer
Entertainment America. "With PSP hardware and software sales continuing to lead
the industry, we are pleased to introduce a mix of original IPs, popular
franchises and PSP exclusives, furthering our commitment for new compelling
content for the platform."

After a record-setting launch and
months atop the industry as the leading seller among all game platforms,
momentum for the heralded PSP is as strong as ever and will be further cemented
by the following blockbuster first-party titles:

MEDIEVIL RESURRECTION(TM)
Available September 13th — Rated T Developed by Cambridge Studios, MediEvil
Resurrection is an action- adventure game that is inspired by the myths,
characters, and environments of the popular PS one(TM) franchise, available
exclusively to the PSP system. In MediEvil Resurrection, players follow the role
of Sir Daniel Fortesque and embark on a series of events to defeat the evil
Sorcerer Zarok. Throughout MediEvil Resurrection , players are provided with an
enchanting storyline set upon numerous levels and gameplay locations, supported
with various characters, unique enemies, weapons, and mini-games that take place
in the realm of Gallowmere. Featuring wireless multi-player connectivity via
ad-hoc and "game-sharing," players can compete head-to-head in various
arcade-style mini games and share both a game trailer and demo of WipeOut: Pure
to another player respectively.

GRETZKY(TM) NHL(R) ’06
Available October 4th — Rated E This holiday season, gamers can take their
hockey game on the road and play anytime, anywhere with Gretzky(TM) NHL(R) ’06.
Offering true hockey fans what no other hockey videogame can, Gretzky NHL ’06
features the all-new Wayne vs. Wayne Mode, where gamers have the chance to skate
with "The Great One" himself, and earn the ability to employ five playable
versions of Gretzky on the ice at once. Additionally, Gretzky NHL ’06 retakes
the virtual ice with two all-new modes exclusive to the PSP, 3-on-3 Countdown
Mode and NHL Showdown Mode, which offer a quick arcade-style experience.
Returning features include Quick Game, Exhibition and Season Modes, the Gretzky
Challenge, and for gamers on the go, multiplayer gameplay locally or across the
nation. Officially licensed by the NHL and NHLPA, Gretzky NHL 2006 features the
prefect combination of authentic simulation and arcade style gameplay for the
ultimate hockey experience.

NBA ’06 Available October 4th
— Rated E NBA ’06 for PSP follows up on the best-selling basketball simulation
created for the PSP system by providing all-new gameplay features, animations,
and mini-games for high-flying NBA action on-the-go. Running at 60 Frames Per
Second (FPS), NBA ’06 for PSP makes every shot, pass, and dunk as smooth and
realistic as the real deal. Two new mini-games, Dodgeball and HORSE, allow
gamers to step away from traditional 5-on-5 basketball action and engage in some
classic schoolyard battles. A new virtual trading card system allows gamers to
collect virtual cards with freeze frame snapshots of highlight-reel plays and
exchange them with friends via Ad Hoc mode. In addition, NBA ’06 for the PSP
features the "Clutch" Shooting Mechanism and a simplified play- calling system,
while team and opponent A.I. have been improved. Supporting up to two players
via wireless multiplayer connectivity during gameplay and in mini-games, players
can select any of the 41 authentic NBA teams.

THE CON(TM) Available October
18th — Rated T The Con is an innovative 3D fighting game exclusively for the
PSP system. In an underworld where illegal fighting tournaments exist and
high-stakes gambling takes center stage, player’s skills as a fighter are
matched only by their wits as an ex-con in the game. In The Con, every fight is
more than just a fight where players bet for or against themselves to take
advantage of the current odds. During the fight, players can throw ‘fake’
punches or take a dive to tilt the odds and con everyone to ensure a wealthy pay
off — win or lose. Throughout the game, players train their fighter in five
different brawling disciplines to fight solo or in a team of three in Story Mode
where their ability to build up their team and implementing match-up strategy
plays a huge role. In addition, utilizing wireless multi-player connectivity via
ad-hoc mode, as well as the "game-sharing" mode, The Con allows players to
compete in various head-to-head fighting matches, as well as share a demo
version of the game with friends.

SOCOM: U.S. NAVY SEALs: FIRETEAM
BRAVO Available November 8th — Rating Pending Get ready to take the SOCOM
military franchise with you, wherever, whenever this fall with the release of
SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs: Fireteam Bravo. This original title created in
association with the U.S. Naval Special Warfare Command will be available
exclusively for the PSP system. It offers fans of the multi-million selling
franchise all-new unique single-player and wireless multiplayer gaming missions.
Players are tasked with completing 14 realistic international single-player
missions, including in Chile, which is a unique Area of Operation only available
in the PSP release. After successfully completing a level, players can replay
the mission in an entirely new way through the "Instant Action" option, with
different objectives, enemy and object placement.

In addition, SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs:
Fireteam Bravo is one of the first titles for PSP to offer interoperability with
PlayStation 2 through the latest game in the franchise, SOCOM 3: U.S. Navy SEALs,
in "crosstalk" objectives. Objectives completion in one SOCOM game will affect
the overall play experience in both games. Once a crosstalk task is completed,
the player will be notified and able to sync mission critical data from PSP to
PlayStation 2 through a USB connection.

KINGDOM OF PARADISE(TM)
Available November 15th — Rating Pending Kingdom of Paradise is an action-RPG
title where players take the role of a young warrior outcast named Shinbu. When
one of the five martial clans attempts to disrupt a peaceful balance of power
within the land of Ohka, Shinbu seeks to defend his clan and restore equal power
to the five clans that once ruled the world. With more than 20 hours of gameplay,
players will venture through vast, living worlds and battle mythical enemies in
a quest to restore peace to Ohka. More than 150 sword attack styles are
available and players can create unique fighting combos by customizing sword
attacks and moves gained throughout the game. In Ad Hoc mode, custom-created
sword skills can be shared with friends and players can battle in one-on-one
matches. Special skills and defensive items, along with an exclusive sword, are
available to download via Infrastructure mode.

Following a record-setting launch in
March 2005, PSP is fast becoming a cultural icon and has proven to be a market
altering force with upwards of 1.95 million units sold in North America. The PSP
is available for a suggested retail price of $249.99 (USD) in a PSP Value Pack.
In addition to the revolutionary PSP hardware, the PSP Value Pack contains an
unprecedented added-value package of accessories and entertainment content,
including 32 MB Memory Stick Duo(TM), headphones with remote control, battery
pack, AC adaptor, soft case, hand strap and cleaning cloth, and a
movie/music/game video sampler UMD disc including multiple non-interactive game
demos. There are currently more than 35 games available for PSP on the
proprietary UMD(TM) (Universal Media Disc) and more than 125 feature films, TV
programs and videos from major studios combining to create an unmatched library
of entertainment content.

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