2009 psp game releases

Still, never underestimate the need for content with a new hardware launch, and it's not like the iPhone version was looked upon very poorly. Why It's Hot: It's not unfair to label Hero of Sparta an obvious God of War pretender, but it would be unfair to say it was laughed off as being a bad one. In fact, it's one of the best-rated iPhone games out there. And now it's on the PSP.

Right next to Kratos' PSP adventure. It mixes bits of traditional series platforming with air combat.. Don't worry, we're right there with you. What It Is: Handled not by original creators Media Molecule but by the incredibly capable hands of Sony's Cambridge Studio, one of the most tech-centric of the internal development houses, LittleBigPlanet is quite literally everything that was great about the PS3 game playing, creating and, yes, sharing gone portable.

Imagine if just a fraction of that player base made and shared PSP-oriented levels. That's why it's hot: raw, unadulterated potential. What It Is: What's this?

A Minis game launching day and date with the PSP go? Yep, it's another iPhone conversion, and this time, one that played as a touch screen version of a twin-stick shooter on that platform. Why It's Hot: Minigore was absolutely adorable on the iPhone, something that made it something of a hit, so we're hoping that the same attention to detail in the visuals and the presentation will make us giggle while we mow down furry creatures with multiple forms of firepower What It Is: It might seem like the PSP and the PS2 are a step down for the MotorStorm franchise, but this really is everything that was great about the first two games on the PS3, boiled down to their base elements and taken to a new locale.

And yes, it's awesome. The varied track design, different vehicles, handling characteristics and festival feel of the PS3 games have absolutely been preserved here.

What It Is: One part port, one part update and another part re-imagining of some of the key elements of the game, the PSP version of the original Persona retains its simple isometric viewpoint, plot, characters and core elements, but updates them slightly for a new audience -- including giving everything a fresh localization. Why It's Hot: Atlus is, hands-down, the most prolific and talented group of localization experts in videogames today.

A great crew that respects the original game yet can still make it new means Persona's story will shine, but the addition of new music from the composer of P3 and P4, plus extra content the States never got will likely make this the definitive version. Instead of a rusty, dirty city lost in fog, everything has been replaced by a sleepy town that is slowly being overtaken by a malevolent chill, freezing everything and releasing beasts from the shadows to prey on poor ol' Harry Mason.

Why It's Hot: After more than a few takes on the Silent Hill mythos ranging from origin stories to sequels to digital graphic novels, Konami and developer Climax Studios are finally returning to the game that started it all. Both are promising that the PSP version will retain the traditional controls of the series, so all that's left now is to keep our fingers cross that the spookiness factory is nice and high.

What It Is: Krome Studios ' take on the CG TV show currently running on Cartoon Network is a mix of two fairly different play styles; the shooting bits of Clone Troopers and the melee-based attacks of the Jedi namely Anakin and Ahsoka, his Padawan , with a look, feel and story pulled from the show. In fact, Arc's flagship Guilty Gear franchise has graced a handful of platforms, all of which seem to be quite capable of delivering all the hi-res sprite goodness without a hitch.

The latest in the string of repackaged, updated releases is Guilty Gear XX Accent Core Plus , a mouthful of a title, but not a massive upgrade in terms of the gameplay as much as what the total package itself offers. Mecha-brawler and surprisingly adept old fogey Justice and Kliff have moved back into the roster, bringing with them the requisite bits of rebalancing, Story Mode now has added voice work, Versus Mode lets you cobble together three-character teams and Survival Mode has returned in fine form.

If that's not enough reason to jump into a portable beat-down, we don't know what is. What to Expect: Pop quiz, Mr. Reading This Article: did you play Patapon? If your answer is no, you are hereby required by IGN Law If you answered yes, congratulations, your complementary cookie is in the mail, but those of you with peanut allergies, watch out; it was made in a factory that processes peanuts too.

Right, on to Patapon 2. Reason numero dos: Jeff won't shut up about it and Greg secretly plots his mysterious disappearance so he can review it for himself. Why all the office infighting? Good job, your second cookie is on its way and may well be in your mailbox when you get home.

Yes, IGN has teleportation technology. No, we can't share it. What to Expect: Now, we're going to give you plenty of explanation as to what the fourth proper Tenchu offering now returned to the original developers has in store, but if this text happens to be at the top of your screen, you should probably scroll up a little bit.

If you've already done that, then you'll know one or, uh, two , har har reasons why one could potentially be enthused about the prospect of a new Tenchu game. For those of you Wii owners out there scratching your heads, no, you didn't slip into a cosmic pothole and travel back in time, this is the same game that graced your system, albeit without motion controls.

The waggle-free version of the game is nonetheless a complete port of things, offering plenty of shadow-skulking ninja action with either Rikimaru or Ayame, all the bloody, Hissatsu finishers and the careful manipulation of light and shadow to do what ninja do best: enter, strike and exit without anyone knowing they were even there.

Yes, ninja are cool, and even cooler when you can take 'em with you on the go. What to Expect: You know, for all the crossover between the audiences, we're actually a little surprised that more developers aren't tackling the rich reserves of potential that currently lay fallow. The story of the Patapon tribe marches forth as they hunt for the fabled Earthend. Shipwrecked in a new and strange continent the Patapon are depending on you, their god, to lead them safely through this perilous new land.

As you guide the tribe through this new world with your mystical drum, they will come face to face with a new tribe, encounter a mysterious and mighty Hero Patapon and uncover the ruins of Patapolis, a mystical place long spoken of by the Patapon. All-new modes to Patapon 2 include thrilling multiplayer stages, a huge array of missions and deep tutorials that will have you drumming to the beat of the Patapon in no time.

Head to patapon-game. Lead your loyal followers through 60 rhythmic stages. Keep the beat going with tons of hidden items and mini-games to reveal. Drum along with friends and tackle multiplayer missions. Soulcalibur: Broken Destiny preserves all the fierce battles and gorgeous visuals the series has been known for to create the most comprehensive fighting experience ever on a handheld system with highly responsive controls and balanced gameplay.

Adding depth to the combat, an all new single player mode has been specifically crafted for the PSP system that not only challenges a player's reflexes but also improves his fighting skills.

Following in the footsteps of Soulcalibur IV, Critical Finish Moves return where opponents can be defeated with one spectacular attack. Now adrenaline pumping combat has never been so accessible.

User Score: 6. Beaterator for the PSP system is both a powerful music mixer with robust beatmaking features, as well as a collection of original music and rhythm games and challenge modes - all available in the palm of your hand.

Rock Band Unplugged creates a full band experience in the palm of your hand by combining traditional beat match gameplay with key elements from both Rock Band and Rock Band 2, such as overdrive and chords. In addition, players can expect a rich Rock Band experience with fully functional modes like World Tour, Band Survival and Warm Up and a robust character creator for full customization!

Rock Band Unplugged features over 40 master-recordings including nine brand new, exclusive songs for the PSP system for a limited time! The in-game store is powered by PlayStation Network, and players can to use their existing PlayStation Network account to purchase tracks, similar to the Rock Band console experience. Cosmos, the goddess of harmony.

Chaos, the god of discord. Reigning from distant realms, the two gods had gathered warriors from all lands to lead them in savage war. Cosmos and Chaos were of equal strength. It was believed the conflict would last forever. However, the balance is now broken. Those who answered Chaos's call created an inexhaustible force. And under vicious attack without relent, the warriors fighting for Cosmos started to fall one by one.

The conflict that has continued for eons is now about to end in Chaos's favor. The world has been torn asunder, sinking into a vortex of disorder. As for the few surviving warriors… their fates have yet to be determined. Community: Continue the experience by trading Friend Cards, creating items and sharing AI characters with other players and even engage in virtual AI battles made possible by the PSP system ad hoc mode. The player controls Charlie, and must collect crystals and avoid Echoes, the translucent and deadly ghost versions of yourself which spawn each time a crystal is collected.

Fight back with four powerups across 22 arcade levels and four individual game modes. MotorStorm's next mission is battling the frozen wasteland of Alaska's Arctic Edge. MotorStorm Arctic Edge delivers brutal off-road racing in the beautiful yet lethal and unpredictable setting of Alaska.

With temperatures plummeting, sudden avalanches, broken ice bridges, and three different racing altitudes, Arcitc Edge is the most inhospitable environment in the franchise's history. In addition to the six vehicle classes from the original MotorStorm, two new vehicles the Snowcat and Snow Machine have been introduced to combat the ice, the cold and the snow.

One has the power and size to blast through packed snow, while the other has the grip and pace to combat most of what the sub-zero conditions can throw at it. MotorStorm Arctic Edge is fit for single player action, online multiplayer or playing with friends; two to eight players can compete against each other wirelessly via Ad Hoc Mode on PSP. Alternatively, you can also compete via online multiplayer using Infrastructure Mode on PSP to make it to the summit of the online global leaderboards.

Road to the Show 3. Franchise Mode 2. Improvements include the long awaited man roster! The drills will be of various concentrations of the game. These drills are a perfect way to polish and improve your baseball skills in The Show. Details and subtleties play a huge role in legitimizing a game and helping you lose yourself in the suspension of disbelief. MLB 09 The Show sinks it's teeth into the details with realistic stadiums and signage, wear and tear on field, dusk to night lighting transitions, stadium Jumbotron animations and even crowd atmosphere - reaching up for foul balls out of play and home runs in addition to crowd rivalries and weather appropriate clothing.

The rumor going around St. Hermelin High School holds that if you play the "Persona" game, you can see what the future holds for you. When a group of students-some eager, some skeptical-tries the game out, they experience something quite different. Before long, the city is turned upside-down and demons are roaming the streets, and only the students' newfound power of Persona can set things right again. Hermelin for decades, a deep, modern, psychological tale awaits.

Remember your true self, and free the tortured psyches of others Demons run free, and you and your team must navigate corruption, mental frailty, and an alternate version of your world to bring your reality back into order.

A second chance on PSP -- Offering a second opportunity to experience the beginnings of the acclaimed Persona series, this remake boasts a fully relocalized script, revamped user interface, faster battles, expanded soundtrack, and new in-game movies with voice work added just for the North American release.

Unique tactical opportunities -- The inner selves known Personas are your key to progressing through the adventure, adding skills and incredible depth to your battle tactics.

Expand and improve your collection through the Demon Negotiation system that offers spell cards that you can later fuse into new Personas. User Score: 4. The game, a lovingly crafted exploration into the fundamentals of RPG fun, delivers lush hand-drawn visuals, an engaging fantasy tale, and an easy-to-use interface. Players can utilize the in-game Pangya Shop to customize as many as 18 playable characters and their golf equipment with thousands of unlockable accessories, outfits, gear and power items to improve their golfer's stats and land that hole-in-one.

Multiple gameplay modes including Story, Free Round, License, Tournament and Network Mode offer an engaging and varied golf experience. Additionally, Network Mode allows the ultimate golf gaming fan to connect with up to eight players and compete against one another in either single or team-based tournaments. Now with a revised game engine, an improved battle system and fully voiced, all-new animated scenes displayed in widescreen, players can experience their journey through the rich STAR OCEAN universe like never before.

Gran Turismo makes its highly anticipated debut exclusively on the PSP system, introducing the most ultra-realistic racing experience ever on a handheld. Buckle up as you prove your driving skills on 35 tracks and trade and share over cars.

Slick Visuals --Runs on a new graphics engine designed for the PSP system that delivers visuals at a crisp 60 frames per second. Depth and Variety -- Collect over licensed vehicles from international automakers. Expand Your Collection -- Trade and share cars with friends to expand your collection via Ad Hoc wireless.

Hit the Road -- Race on 35 licensed and fictional tracks, with 60 track layouts total. Compete in time trials, races, or drift mode challenges. Test Your Driving Skills -- Complete over challenges to hone your driving skills and learn new cornering, braking and other driving techniques. Bragging Rights -- Prove your driving skills in four-player races using Ad Hoc mode. Hammerin' Hero marks the triumphant return of Gen, everyone's favorite justice-bringing carpenter!

Help Gen fight off Hyosuke Kuromoku and his evil construction company before they can evict Gen's neighbors from their homes! Gen will have to use a variety of jobs-from DJ to baseball player-through 12 diverse stages if he hopes to thwart the all-out attack of the Kurokomu Group and win the hearts of the people, even if it sometimes means giving them the tough love they need to solve their own problems. Wacky side-scrolling beat 'em up - Play as Gen-san as he hammers away at corporate evil across Japan and the world in this vibrant, action-packed platformer.

The comic adventure unfolds fully-voiced in English and Japanese. Be more than a hammerin' hero - Choose from a variety of jobs, including sushi chef, baseball player, and diver, to give Gen different costumes and attacks as he fights through 12 crazy stages. Along the way, make allies in battle, collect loads of items, and even unlock two more playable characters!

Ad-hoc multiplayer - 2 players can play together and compete for the best score on each level over ad-hoc wireless play. Why hammer alone when you can hammer with a friend? Welcome to the LocoRoco Midnight Carnival! Featuring super hard night time stages focusing on speed and temp and filled with lethal traps, will you be able to clear them or will you give up? It all depends on you. The key to surviving these perilous new stages is the brand new High Bounce, which lets you leap over barriers, climb up walls and speed up sliding LocoRoco.

PES focuses on enhancing the excitement of matches between players, making for a truly challenging experience that constantly tests the player. Intuitive zonal defending covers spaces and players need to look constantly for new ways to attack. PES focuses on being a real soccer simulation, as it requires both strategic play and quick reactions, as in real life.

In addition to key out-field elements, goalkeepers are more versatile and with abilities matching those of modern shot-stoppers. The game's referees have also been reworked, with smarter AI elements allowing them to make more balanced calls during matches. PES has undergone a major visual revamp, with its celebrated player likenesses and animations now even closer to those of real-life players - including live player expressions to be depicted with an improved lighting system which differentiates between various conditions!

User Score: 5. Hero Jak and his mischievous sidekick Daxter are back together and for the first time-ever they've joined forces on PSP.

Prepare for non-stop action and adventure as the duo travel across mysterious lands and take to the sky on a mission to save their planet from destruction. Picking up from where the original Jak and Daxter trilogy left off, Jak and furry friend Daxter team up with their friend Kiera on her quest to become a Sage and save their world from the threat of darkness. As the environment of their planet slowly dies, our two worldly heroes embark on a mission to protect their world from the threat of "dark eco".

Beginning on foot, you'll run and jump across undiscovered lands, before taking flight in one of five different aircrafts. With cheeky Daxter and our serious Hero Jak together on the adventure, fun and laughter is never far away. Blast airborne enemies and battle sky pirates with your powerful Gunstaff - a brand-new weapon that can transform into other new weapons. Kenka Bancho: Badass Rumble puts players in the role of a high school student on a class trip to a historic Japanese city, and includes no shortage of fist-to-face and knee-to-gut action all in the name of pride and bragging rights.

You've got seven days to make a name for yourself. How you choose to spend your time and how you manage to rise to the top is up to you! Tiger Woods PGA Tour 10 takes golf fans inside-the-ropes to experience the drama and emotion of tournament golf. In addition, the U. As you hear the roar of the crowd from the next hole over, can you handle the mounting pressure while you stand over your tournament-winning putt? Expanded crowds surround every hole; adding to the tension and excitement of each shot.

A first for the franchise, real-time weather is reflected on every course, ensuring the in-game experience matches that of the current weather conditions.

User Score: tbd. The dungeon must have a self-sustaining ecosystem, so players must strategically dig and create a dungeon with a balanced food chain. Periodically, human heroes will invade the dungeon in order to bring peace and harmony to the world, but they are your enemies.

You must destroy the heroes before they capture the Overlord and take him back to the surface. Franchise and Playoff Modes. Be the General Manager making all the right deals.

Play ad-hoc against your friends. Crazier Mini-Games. Need a little break from your serious hoop time? User Score: 3. Improved Match Engine - massively update AI making the engine more realistic than ever. A brand new skin - giving the game a fresh and vibrant new look. Improved Board Confidence - a complete overhaul to allow the better visibility on how the board views your performance as well as providing feedback on any decisions made. Improved coach and scout reports - it is now possible to view scout reports for individual players from their profiles.

Assistant manager team reports - you can now see what your assistant manager thinks of your team, and any suggested improvements he would make. Unlockable managerial abilities - Acquire new abilities as your reputation improves such as the ability to over-rule requests made by the board.