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Playstation All-Stars Battle Royale is 39.99 instead of 59.99 at the moment.

http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/...d.php?t=335106

Originally Posted by FriskyTanuki It was on sale for the past week. You missed it.

it ended

Originally Posted by starmask2k3 it ended

Same thing, bro.

yes i get to experience journey at a great price

Hope I have time to grab Journey (out of town, get back on the 29th but have plans that day/evening).

Originally Posted by FriskyTanuki Hot Shots Golf: World Invitation - Vita - $12.49 - Ends 12/30 PlayStation Plus Hot Shots Golf: World Invitation - Vita - $8.74 - Ends 12/30

If you don't buy this, you're nuts (unless you have it already, of course).

How much is Portal 2 in the PS store right now? Thinking about picking it up @ Best Buy later, but might prefer the digital copy.

Originally Posted by quasar502 how much is portal 2 in the ps store right now? Thinking about picking it up @ best buy later, but might prefer the digital copy.

$20

Originally Posted by FriskyTanuki $20

Thanks, Frisky! Digital it is, then.
I was away from my PS3 all day, so couldn't check for myself. Wish there was a way to look up PSN prices online...

Does the digital copy get you a free steam copy too?

http://blog.us.playstation.com/2012/...plus-update-2/

PS+ Update for this week along with the last round of the Holiday Essentials sale:

Happy (almost) New Year! The PlayStation Plus team is gearing up for another banner year in 2013 as we continue to deliver free games, discounts, and access to events, betas and more to give PlayStation fans the edge when it comes to their gaming lifestyle. This week, we welcome PS3 Game NBA JAM On Fire Edition and PS Vita Game Chronovolt to the Instant Game Collection. You’ll also find deeper discounts with the last week of the PSN Holiday Sale. Important note: We’ll be updating the PlayStation Store today (Monday, 12/31) due to the New Year holiday. Therefore, this Plus update will be live later today when the update has published. December 31st PlayStation Plus Update NBA JAM On Fire Edition (PS3) Free for Plus members You don’t have to be a basketball nut to have a blast with this one. If you’ve played NBA JAM before, you know it’s all about fast-paced arcade-style basketball action. Of course it features all your favorite NBA players and legends, but with all the fun and irreverence that has hooked countless gamers and tons of trash-talking multiplayer sessions. Crazy modes, secret teams, and rock-solid online play make this a great addition to your collection. Take a look at the video above to check out a match up in the game in the classic ‘big head’ mode, and play it yourself to see why IGN.com gave it a 9 out 10. Chronovolt (PS Vita) Free for Plus members Chronovolt is a puzzle-platformer with steampunk influences where players control the Chronosphere, a discovery that contains the energy that powers time. You’ll guide it through levels using all of the PS Vita’s controls including tilt, the analog sticks, and rear-touch to have a completely unique experience. Not to mention that by collecting power-ups known as Chronovolts, players are able to manipulate time, such as rewinding the game to save yourself from a fall that would have otherwise resulted in death. Set in three distinct worlds including a lush Mayan world, a snow-covered Chinese landscape, and a futuristic setting; PS Vita gamers will find plenty to love with Chronovolt. PSN Holiday Essentials Sale (Week 3) Various discounts for Plus members The PSN Holiday Essentials wraps up this week with great deals on games you might have missed out on. Notables include the unique and completely charming Tokyo Jungle, Sound Shapes, and the remastered HD version of Shadow of the Colossus. Take a look at the full breakdown below: PS3 Assassin’s Creed 2 Deluxe Edition - $13.99 PSN - $9.80 PS+ Batman: Arkham City - $20.99 PSN - $14.70 PS+ Bulletstorm - $13.99 PSN - $9.80 PS+ inFAMOUS 2 - $13.99 PSN - Free PS+ inFAMOUS Festival of Blood - $6.99 PSN - $4.90 PS+ Shadow of the Colossus HD - $13.99 PSN - $9.80 PS+ Skullgirls - $10.49 PSN - $7.35 PS+ Sound Shapes - $10.49 PSN - $7.35 PS+ - Cross Buy Tokyo Jungle - $10.49 PSN - $7.35 PS+ Vita AR Play - $6.25 PSN - $4.38 PS+ Lumines Electronic Symphony - $24.99 PSN - $17.49 PS+ Sound Shapes - $10.49 PSN - $7.35 PS+ - Cross Buy Touch My Katamari - $17.99 PSN - $12.25 PS+ As the last Plus post from 2012, I also want to extend a sincere thank you to all those who leave their feedback week to week. Whether you’re excited about an update, or giving your feedback about what you prefer, it’s always great to chat with you all. With PlayStation fans like you guys, I’m looking forward to an awesome 2013, and I hope you all will continue to bring the feedback; positive or critical. We’ll be back next week as usual, but make sure you make your voice heard in the comments below, and also make sure to vote in the polls. You can also delve into the PlayStation Community Forums in the PS Plus space to continue chatting about Plus, or find other great sub-forums to participate in and build your PlayStation community cred. See you in the comments!

Deals
AR Play 2012 Holiday Bundle - Vita - $6.25 - Includes Cliff Diving + DLC, Fireworks, PulzAR, Table Ice Hockey, Table Soccer + DLC, and Table Top Tanks + DLC
Assassin's Creed II Deluxe - $13.99 - Full Game + DLC
Batman: Arkham City - $20.99
Bulletstorm - $13.99
Deus Ex: Human Revolution - $14.99
Infamous 2 - $13.99 - Move Compatible
Infamous Festival of Blood - $6.99 - Move Compatible
Just Cause 2 - $7.49
Lumines Electronic Symphony - Vita - $20.99
Quantum Conundrum - $7.49
Shadow of the Colossus HD - $13.99
Skullgirls - $10.49
Sound Shapes - PS3/Vita - $10.49 - Cross Buy
Tokyo Jungle - $10.49
Touch My Katamari - Vita - $17.49

Games
Jetpack Joyride - Free - 33.7 MB

Add-ons
Jetpack Joyride - Coin Booster Pack 20,000 - $1.49
Jetpack Joyride - Coin Booster Pack 50,000 - $2.49
Jetpack Joyride - Coin Booster Pack 100,000 - $3.99
Jetpack Joyride - Coin Booster Pack 250,000 - $5.99
Jetpack Joyride - Coin Booster Pack 1,000,000 - $13.99
Jetpack Joyride - Counterfit Machine - $2.49

Videos
LittleBigPlanet Karting Halloween Trailer
LittleBigPlanet Karting Launch Trailer
LittleBigPlanet Karting Story Trailer
The Last of Us Story Trailer

Premium Themes
Apocalypse Dream Good Dayz - $2.99 - Dynamic
Apocalypse Dream Hell Catz - $2.99 - Dynamic
Apocalypse Dream Love Life - $2.99 - Dynamic
Apocalypse Dream Mystery Wall - $2.99 - Dynamic
Apocalypse Dream Pursuit of Happyness - $2.99 - Dynamic
Create by Studio Output PSP - $1.49
DNA - $1.99
Few Words Created Life - $1.99
Play PSP - $1.49

Apps
Pulse Elite Manager - Free - 35 MB

Vita Games
Chronovolt - $4.99 - 261 MB
Jetpack Joyride - Free - 29.7 MB

Vita Add-ons
Chronovolt - Chronospheres Pack - $0.99
Jetpack Joyride - Coin Booster Pack 20,000 - $1.49
Jetpack Joyride - Coin Booster Pack 50,000 - $2.49
Jetpack Joyride - Coin Booster Pack 100,000 - $3.99
Jetpack Joyride - Coin Booster Pack 250,000 - $5.99
Jetpack Joyride - Coin Booster Pack 1,000,000 - $13.99
Jetpack Joyride - Counterfit Machine - $2.49
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PlayStation Plus

Deals
AR Play 2012 Holiday Bundle - Vita - $4.38 - Includes Cliff Diving + DLC, Fireworks, PulzAR, Table Ice Hockey, Table Soccer + DLC, and Table Top Tanks + DLC
Assassin's Creed II Deluxe - $9.79 - Full Game + All DLC
Batman: Arkham City - $14.69
Bulletstorm - $9.79
Infamous Festival of Blood - $4.89 - Move Compatible
Shadow of the Colossus HD - $9.79
Skullgirls - $7.34
Sound Shapes - PS3/Vita - $7.34 - Cross Buy
Tokyo Jungle - $7.34
Touch My Katamari - Vita - $12.24

Games
Chronovolt - Vita - 261 MB
NBA Jam: On Fire Edition - 858 MB

Expiring for PS+ Next Week:

Deals
AR Play 2012 Holiday Bundle - Vita
Assassin's Creed II Deluxe
Batman: Arkham City
Bulletstorm
Infamous Festival of Blood
Shadow of the Colossus HD
Skullgirls
Sound Shapes - PS3/Vita - Cross Buy
Tokyo Jungle
Touch My Katamari - Vita
After Burner Climax - $2.50
Crazy Taxi - $2.50
Daytona USA - $2.50
Hell Yeah! Wrath of the Dead Rabbit - $5.99
Hydrophobia: Prophecy - 2.00
Pure Chess Festive Bundle - $6.29
Sega Heritage Collection Bundle - $14.99 -
Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Episode I & II Bundle - $11.99
Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode II - $7.49
Two Worlds II Velvet Game of the Year Edition - $5.00 -
Virtua Fighter 5 Final Showdown - $6.99
Crush - $2.50
Sonic Rivals - $4.89
Sonic Rivals 2 - $4.89
Pure Chess Festive Bundle - $6.39
Smart As... - $20.24

Games
Chronovolt - Vita
Scott Pilgrim vs. the World: The Game

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Of course NOW they offer NBA JAM for free...

Really enjoyed the InFamous series. Would probably jump in if I hadn't gotten the first one for free and the second one for like $12 from Gamefly.

Any thoughts on the Tokyo Jungle Complete Character pack DLC? From what I've read it appears to bring the US version in-line with the Japanese version but I could always wait on a sale.

Given that the Vita is pretty much seen as the flop of the year I wonder how long they are going to force vita games on PS+ members. Between that and the PS4 coming up I really think Sony would be smart to Seperate into 3 PS+ services(one for each platform)but then also offer like a 20-50% bundled discount where you can get all 3 for less then you can get them individually.

Is anyone else trying to download Soundshapes for the PS3, and only getting the Vita version (even when they select the PS3 version for download)? Wondering if it's just me, since I originally bought the Vita version through my Vita.

I'm glad to see Bulletstorm on there. I can't get use to the controller prompts on the 360 (I'm in the SNES controller mindset) so I have no problem downloading this and enjoying the game a little more as a result.

I'm a sucker for music based games so Sound Shapes is a must buy for me.

Random PS3 newbie question. I got a PS3 for Christmas and activated my 1 month free trial of PS+. It was great getting those 8 Instant Games Collection. I see this week it's just NBA Jam. How many free games do they release each month? 1 a week? or 1 a month? Was the 8 in December just a holiday promotion?

Thanks!

Originally Posted by CombatCraig Random PS3 newbie question. I got a PS3 for Christmas and activated my 1 month free trial of PS+. It was great getting those 8 Instant Games Collection. I see this week it's just NBA Jam. How many free games do they release each month? 1 a week? or 1 a month? Was the 8 in December just a holiday promotion? Thanks!

Please correct me if I'm wrong but I don't believe there's a set number of free PS+ games released. They drop new freebees and after awhile some of the old ones expire. The OP, FriskyTanuki, probably knows a lot more than I do about it.

One thing to keep in mind is that you'll lose access to your "instant game collection" if you allow your PS+ subscription to lapse.