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NewsBites: 7th January 2009
by Linford Butler
7.1.09
  • The sequel to the now-platinum starter of the series, Uncharted 2: Among Thieves, is set to use all of the PlayStation 3's processing power, compared to the 30% power that the original used. This will allow Uncharted 2 to have faster character animation, better facial expressions, more movements and a generally deeper feel. [MORE INFORMATION]
  • Sony Computer Entertainment has stated that PlayStation 3 sales were up 130% during the holiday season, despite November sales being down 18.8% on November 2007.
  • New limited edition console bundles have been announced for both PS3 and Xbox360. Sony are set to release special-edition PS3 consoles for Resident Evil 5 and Yakuza 3, both with limited edition prints on them. Microsoft's new bundle, to promote Star Ocean: The Last Hope, contains the 360 console, a customised faceplate, the game and a music CD. They will cost around £329 and £178 respectively - unfortunately, the consoles are Japan-release only. [MORE INFORMATION]
  • Gamesloft have been named the best mobile publisher of the year, with Rally Master Pro named the best game. [MORE INFORMATION]
  • The UK games industry has doubled in just five years, making it the fastest-moving entertainment medium on the planet. [MORE INFORMATION]

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- Linford Butler

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