{"id":3005552,"date":"2008-09-02T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2008-09-02T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"urn:uuid:d6251d35-a883-4964-b9dd-ca00348d6c1e"},"modified":"2008-09-02T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2008-09-02T00:00:00","slug":"sony-computer-entertainment-japan-to-introduce-new-psp-playstationportable-with-advanced-high-contrast-lcd-this-october-in-japan","status":"publish","type":"press-release","link":"https:\/\/sonyinteractive.com\/en\/press-releases\/2008\/sony-computer-entertainment-japan-to-introduce-new-psp-playstationportable-with-advanced-high-contrast-lcd-this-october-in-japan\/","title":{"rendered":"Sony Computer Entertainment Japan to Introduce New PSP\u00ae (PlayStation\u00aePortable) with\nAdvanced High Contrast LCD this October in Japan"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\nTokyo, September 2, 2008 <\/span>\u2013 Sony Computer Entertainment Japan (SCEJ), a division of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. responsible for business operations in Japan, announced today that it would release the new PSP\u00ae (PlayStation\u00aePortable) handheld entertainment system (PSP-3000) featuring an advanced high contrast LCD and a built-in microphone on Thursday, October 16th, 2008, in Japan at a recommended retail price (RRP) of 19,800 yen (including tax). The new PSP system will come in three basic colors of \u201cPiano Black,\u201d \u201cPearl White\u201d and \u201cMystic Silver,\u201d with plans for additional colors.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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SCEJ will also release \u201cPSP\u00ae (PlayStation\u00aePortable) Value Pack\u201d for the Japanese market at a RRP of 24,800 yen (including tax), comprising a new PSP system (Piano Black, Pearl White or Mystic Silver), a 4GB Memory Stick PRO Duo\u2122 (Mark2), an original PSP pouch, a hand strap and a cloth to meet users\u2019 various purposes in using the PSP systems such as playing games, watching movies, listening to music and downloading content through the network.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Along with the launch of the new PSP system, SCEJ will also introduce a variety of accessory packs to meet a wide range of users\u2019 lifestyle; \u201cAccessory Pack\u201d will be released at a RRP of 3,800 yen (including tax) and \u201cBattery Pack (2200mAh)\u201d at a RRP of 5,500 yen (including tax). In addition, new peripherals for the new PSP will be introduced; \u201cCradle\u201d at a RRP of 4,800 yen (including tax) and \u201cCradle and D terminal AV cable\u201d at a RRP of 6,500 yen (including tax) for charging PSP battery and enjoying high quality viewing on TVs, and also \u201cPSP\u00ae (PlayStation\u00aePortable) Pouch\u201d at a RRP of 1,800 yen (including tax) that matches the color of the new PSP system. All additional peripherals and accessories will become available on Thursday, October 16th.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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For the upcoming holiday season market, third party partners will be introducing exciting bundle packs with strong PSP software titles. \u201cMOBILE SUITE GUNDAM GUNDAM VS. GUNDAM\u201d will be introduced from NAMCO BANDAI Games Inc. on Thursday, November 20th, 2008 at a RRP of 24,840 yen including tax. \u201cDISSIDA FINAL FANTASY\u201d will be introduced from SQUARE ENIX CO., LTD. on Thursday, December 18th, 2008 at a RRP of 25,890 yen including tax. SCEJ will also introduce \u201cPATAPON 2 Donchaka\u266a\u201d on Thursday, November 27th, 2008 at a RRP of 23,800 yen including tax.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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SCEJ also announced today that it would launch a new network service this fall that will allow PSP users to connect directly to PlayStation\u00aeStore, and to download entertainment content without transferring them through PLAYSTATION\u00ae3 (PS3\u00ae) or PC.*1<\/span> At the launch of this network service, SCEJ will be releasing game content for the PSP system such as \u201cMainichi Issyo Portable,\u201d developed for PSP from the original PS3 title of \u201cMainichi Issyo\u201d.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Additionally, another free online service will be launched this fall which enables users to play PSP software titles featuring ad-hoc mode over the internet through PS3 with other online players. PSP software titles such as \u201cMONSTER HUNTER PORTABLE 2nd G\u201d from CAPCOM Co., Ltd. will be compatible with this new online service.*2<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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SCEJ will further expand the PSP platform and create a world of entertainment with the new PSP system, together with strong upcoming new software titles, and attractive peripherals and network services launching for the holiday season.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\u203b1 \tUsers need to update the latest system software to use the service, and they will also be able to enjoy the service on PSP-1000 and PSP-2000.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u203b2 \tTitles and the detailed information of the service will be announced in due course.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Product Overview<\/h2>\n

PSP\u00ae (PlayStation\u00aePortable) (PSP-3000)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n
\"PSP\u00ae(PlayStation\u00aePortable)\"PSP\u00ae(PlayStation\u00aePortable)<\/td>\nProduct Name<\/td>\nPSP\u00ae (PlayStation\u00aePortable)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Color Name<\/td>\n\u201cPiano Black\u201d<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Product Code<\/td>\nPSP-3000 PB<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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\"PSP\u00ae(PlayStation\u00aePortable)\"PSP\u00ae(PlayStation\u00aePortable)<\/td>\nProduct Name<\/td>\nPSP\u00ae (PlayStation\u00aePortable)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Color Name<\/td>\n\u201cPearl White\u201d <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Product Code<\/td>\nPSP-3000 PW<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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\"PSP\u00ae(PlayStation\u00aePortable)\"PSP\u00ae(PlayStation\u00aePortable)<\/td>\nProduct Name<\/td>\nPSP\u00ae (PlayStation\u00aePortable)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Color Name<\/td>\n\u201cMystic Silver\u201d <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Product Code<\/td>\nPSP-3000 MS<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Product Name<\/td>\nPSP\u00ae (PlayStation\u00aePortable)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Release Date<\/td>\nOctober 16th, 2008 (Thu.)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Product Code<\/td>\n\u201cPiano Black\u201d \uff08PSP-3000 PB\uff09
\n\u201cPearl White\u201d \uff08PSP-3000 PW\uff09

\n\u201cMystic Silver\u201d (PSP-3000 MS\uff09<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Recommended Retail Price<\/td>\n19,800 yen (including tax)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
External Dimension<\/td>\nApprox. 169.4 x 18.6 x 71.4 mm\uff08width x Height x Depth\uff09\uff08Excludes largest projection\uff09<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Weight<\/td>\nApprox. 189g \uff08including battery pack\uff09<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
CPU<\/td>\nPSP\u00ae CPU\uff08System clock frequency 1-333MHz\uff09<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Main Memory<\/td>\n64MB<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Display<\/td>\n4.3 inches (16:9) full-transparent type, TFT drive,
\n480 x 272 pixel, Approximately 16,770,000 colors displayed<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Sound<\/td>\nBuilt-in stereo speakers<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Main input\/output<\/td>\nWireless LAN (IEEE 802.11b)(Wi-Fi)
\nHi-Speed USB (USB2.0) (mini-B)

\nMemory Stick PRO Duo\u2122

\nAnalog Video Out

\nMicrophone\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Main Connectors<\/td>\nDC IN 5V connector
\nDC OUT connector

\nvideo out\/headset connector

\nUSB connector

\nMemory Stick Duo\u2122 slot\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Key\/Switches<\/td>\nDirectional buttons (up\/down\/right\/left), analog stick,
\nAction buttons (triangle, circle, cross, square), L\/R buttons

\nSTART button, SELECT button, PS button

\nPOWER\/HOLD switch, WLAN switch

\ndisplay button, sound button, volume (+\/-) buttons<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Power Sources<\/td>\nLithium-Ion rechargeable battery pack
\nAC adaptor
\nUSB power supply\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Internal Disc Drice<\/td>\nRead-only UMD\u2122 drive<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Supported Profile<\/td>\nPSP\u00ae (PlayStation\u00aePortable) Game
\nUMD\u00ae Video\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Access Control<\/td>\nRegion code, parental control<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Wireless Communications<\/td>\nInfrastructure mode
\nAd hoc mode (connects up to 16 consoles)\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Supplied Accessories<\/td>\nAC adaptor
\nBattery pack (1200mAh)\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n
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Supported Codec (in Memory Stick) <\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n
Video<\/td>\n\n\u25cf\tMemory Stick Video Format
\n\u3000\u30fbMPEG-4 Simple Profile\uff08AAC\uff09
\n\u3000\u30fbH.264\/MPEG-4 AVC Main Profile\uff08AAC\uff09
\n\u25cf\tMPEG4
\n\u3000\u30fbMPEG-4 Simple Profile\uff08AAC\uff09
\n\u3000\u30fbH.264\/MPEG-4 AVC Main Profile\uff08CABAC\uff09\uff08AAC\uff09\/ Baseline Profile\uff08AAC\uff09
\n\u25cf\tAVI
\n\u3000\u30fbMotion JPEG\uff08Linear PCM\uff09
\n\u3000\u30fbMotion JPEG\uff08\u03bc-Law\uff09\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Music<\/td>\n\n\u25cf\tMemory Stick Audio Format
\n\u3000\u30fbATRAC3\u2122
\n\u3000\u30fbATRAC3plus\u2122
\n\u3000\u30fbMP3
\n\u25cf\tMP3\uff08MPEG-1\/2 Audio Layer3\uff09
\n\u25cf\tMP4\uff08MPEG-4 AAC\uff09
\n\u25cf\tWAVE\uff08Linear PCM\uff09
\n\u25cf\tWMA\uff08Windows Media\u00ae Audio 9 Standard only\uff09\u203b5<\/span>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Photo<\/td>\n\n\u25cf\tJPEG\uff08DCF2.0\/Exif2.21compliant\uff09

\n\u25cf\tTIFF

\n\u25cf\tBMP

\n\u25cf\tGIF

\n\u25cf\tPNG\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n
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PSP\u00ae (PlayStation\u00aePortable) Value Pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
\"PSP\u00ae<\/td>\nProduct Name<\/td>\nPSP\u00ae (PlayStation\u00aePortable) Value Pack<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Release Date<\/td>\nOctober 16th, 2008 (Thu.)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Product Code<\/td>\n\u201cPiano Black\u201d \uff08PSP-3000 KPB\uff09<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Recommended Retail Price<\/td>\n24,800 yen (including tax)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Supplied Accessories<\/td>\nPSP-3000 x 1
\nAC adaptor x 1

\nBattery pack (1200mA) x 1

\nPouch\u3000x 1

\nHand strap\u3000x 1

\nCloth x 1

\n4GB Memory Stick PRO Duo\u2122 (Mark2)\u3000x 1\n <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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\"PSP\u00ae<\/td>\nProduct Name<\/td>\nPSP\u00ae (PlayStation\u00aePortable) Value Pack<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Release Date<\/td>\nOctober 16th, 2008 (Thu.)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Product Code<\/td>\n\u201cPearl White\u201d \uff08PSP-3000 KPW\uff09<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Recommended Retail Price<\/td>\n24,800 yen (including tax)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Supplied Accessories<\/td>\nPSP-3000 x 1
\nAC adaptor x 1
\nBattery pack (1200mA) x 1
\nPouch\u3000x 1
\nHand strap\u3000x 1
\nCloth x 1
\n4GB Memory Stick PRO Duo\u2122 (Mark2)\u3000x 1 <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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\"PSP\u00ae<\/td>\nProduct Name<\/td>\nPSP\u00ae (PlayStation\u00aePortable) Value Pack<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Release Date<\/td>\nOctober 16th, 2008 (Thu.)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Product Code<\/td>\n\u201cMystic Silver\u201d \uff08PSP-3000 KMS\uff09<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Recommended Retail Price<\/td>\n24,800 yen (including tax)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Supplied Accessories<\/td>\nPSP-3000 x 1
\nAC adaptor x 1
\nBattery pack (1200mA) x 1
\nPouch\u3000x 1
\nHand strap\u3000x 1
\nCloth x 1
\n4GB Memory Stick PRO Duo\u2122 (Mark2)\u3000x 1 <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Accessory Pack (PSPJ-15016)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
\"Accessory<\/td>\nProduct Name<\/td>\nAccessories Pack<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Release Date<\/td>\nOctober 16th, 2008 (Thu.)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Product Code<\/td>\nPSPJ-15016<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Recommended Retail Price<\/td>\n3,800 yen (including tax)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Supplied Accessories<\/td>\n2GB Memory Stick PRO Duo\u2122 (Mark2)\u3000x 1
\nPouch\u3000x 1
\nHand strap\u3000x 1
\nCloth\u3000x 1\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Battery Pack (2200mAh) <\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
\"Battery<\/td>\nProduct Name<\/td>\nBattery Pack \uff082200mAh\uff09<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Release Date<\/td>\nOctober 16th, 2008 (Thu.)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Product Code<\/td>\nPSPJ-15018
\u3000(for Pearl White including battery cover\uff09<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Recommended Retail Price<\/td>\n5,500 yen (including tax)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Supplied Accessories<\/td>\nBattery pack (2200mAh) x 1
\nBattery cover x 1\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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\"Battery<\/td>\nProduct Name<\/td>\nBattery Pack \uff082200mAh\uff09<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Release Date<\/td>\nOctober 16th, 2008 (Thu.)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Product Code<\/td>\nPSPJ-15019\u3000
\n\uff08for Mystic Silver including battery cover\uff09<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Recommended Retail Price<\/td>\n5,500 yen (including tax)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Supplied Accessories<\/td>\nBattery pack (2200mAh) x 1
\nBattery cover x 1 <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Cradle (PSP-S410) <\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
\"Cradle\"<\/td>\nProduct Name<\/td>\nCradle<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Release Date<\/td>\nOctober 16th, 2008 (Thu.)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Product Code<\/td>\nPSP-S410<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Recommended Retail Price<\/td>\n4,800 yen (including tax)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Supplied Accessories<\/td>\nCradle \uff08Compatible with PSP-2000\/3000\uff09 x 1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Cradle & D Terminal AV Cable (PSPJ-15017)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
\"Cradle<\/td>\nProduct Name<\/td>\nCradle & Cradle D Terminal AV Cable<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Release Date<\/td>\nOctober 16th, 2008 (Thu.)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Product Code<\/td>\nPSPJ-15017<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Recommended Retail Price<\/td>\n6,500 yen (including tax)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Supplied Accessories<\/td>\nCradle (Compatible with PSP-2000\/3000) x 1
\nD Terminal AV Cable x 1\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

PSP\u00ae (PlayStation\u00aePortable) Pouch<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
\"PSP\u00ae<\/td>\nProduct Name<\/td>\nPSP\u00ae (PlayStation\u00aePortable) Pouch<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Release Date<\/td>\nOctober 16th, 2008 (Thu.)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Product Code<\/td>\nSCZM-92078 (Piano Black)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Recommended Retail Price\t<\/td>\n1,800 yen (including tax)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
External Dimension<\/td>\nApprox. H123\u00d7W205\u00d7D33\uff08mm\uff09\u3000(Compatible with PSP-2000\/3000)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Material<\/td>\nExternal material: Nylon \/\u3000Internal material: Polyester<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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\"PSP\u00ae<\/td>\nProduct Name<\/td>\nPSP\u00ae (PlayStation\u00aePortable) Pouch<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Release Date<\/td>\nOctober 16th, 2008 (Thu.)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Product Code<\/td>\nSCZM-92079 (Pearl White\/Mystic Silver)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Recommended Retail Price <\/td>\n1,800 yen (including tax)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
External Dimension<\/td>\nApprox. H123\u00d7W205\u00d7D33\uff08mm\uff09\u3000(Compatible with PSP-2000\/3000)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Material<\/td>\nExternal material: Nylon \/\u3000Internal material: Polyester<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

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PSP\u00ae (PlayStation\u00aePortable) Bundle<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Product Name<\/td>\nMOBILE SUITE GUNDAM GUNDAM VS. GUNDAM<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Release Date<\/td>\nNovember 20th, 2008 (Thu.)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Genre<\/td>\nTeam Battle Action<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Publisher<\/td>\nNAMCO BANDAI Games Inc.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Recommended Retail Price<\/td>\nUMD: 5,040 yen (including tax)
\nBundle: 24,840 yen (including tax)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
CERO Rating<\/td>\n\u201cA\u201d for all ages<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Copy Right Notice<\/td>\n\u00a9SOTSU\uff0fSUNRISE
\n\u00a9SOTSU\uff0fSUNRISE\uff0fMBS<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Product Name<\/td>\nPATAPON 2 Donchaka\u266a<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Release Date<\/td>\nNovember 20th, 2008 (Thu.)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Genre<\/td>\nCommand Carnival<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Publisher<\/td>\nSony Computer Entertainment Inc.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Recommended Retail Price<\/td>\nUMD: 4,980 yen (including tax)
\nPlayStation Store Download Content: 3,800 yen (including tax)
\nBundle: 23,800 yen (including tax)\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
CERO Rating<\/td>\nNot Rated Yet<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Copy Right Notice<\/td>\n\u00a9Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
\n\u00a9Rolito\uff0fInterlink<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Product Name<\/td>\nDISSIDIA FINAL FANTASY<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Release Date<\/td>\nDecember 18th, 2008 (Thu.)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Genre<\/td>\nDramatic Progressive Action<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Publisher<\/td>\nSQUARE ENIX CO., LTD.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Recommended Retail Price<\/td>\nUMD: 6,090 yen (including tax)
\nBundle: 25,890 yen (including tax)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
CERO Rating<\/td>\nNot Rated Yet<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Copy Right Notice<\/td>\n\u00a9SQUARE ENIX CO.,LTD.All Rights Reserved
\nCHARACTER DESIGN:TETSUYA NOMURA<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n


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About Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.<\/h4>\n

Recognized as the global leader and company responsible for the progression of consumer-based computer entertainment, Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) manufacturers, distributes and markets the PlayStation\u00ae game console, the PlayStation\u00ae2 computer entertainment system, the PSP\u00ae (PlayStation\u00aePortable) handheld entertainment system and the PLAYSTATION\u00ae3 (PS3\u00ae) system. PlayStation has revolutionized home entertainment by introducing advanced 3D graphic processing, and PlayStation 2 further enhances the PlayStation legacy as the core of home networked entertainment. PSP is a new handheld entertainment system that allows users to enjoy 3D games, with high-quality full-motion video, and high-fidelity stereo audio. PS3 is an advanced computer system, incorporating the state-of-the-art Cell processor with super computer like power. SCEI, along with its subsidiary divisions Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc., Sony Computer Entertainment Europe Ltd., and Sony Computer Entertainment Korea Inc. develops, publishes, markets and distributes software, and manages the third party licensing programs for these platforms in the respective markets worldwide. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. is an independent business unit of the Sony Group.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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PlayStation, PLAYSTATION, PS3 and PSP are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. UMD (Universal Media Disc) is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
\nMemory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo, ATRAC3 and ATRAC3plus are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
\nWindows Media is either a registered trademark or a trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and\/or other countries.
\nSkype is a trademark of Skype Limited.
\nAll other trademarks are property of their respective owners.
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