What's in the PS Store (5/31/16): Neon Chrome, Oxenfree, Primal, There Came an Echo, Plague Inc, & More!

http://blog.us.playstation.com/2010/08/22/the-drop-week-of-august-23-2010-new-releases/

The Drop mentions some of the new stuff coming in this week's update:
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PlayStation Network

Shank – Looking to get your hands bloody and spending your days hell-bent on revenge? Featuring both single player and co-op campaigns, Shank delivers on its promise of unleashing a strong mature rating on the PSN. Klei co-founder, Jamie Cheng, is no stranger to the PlayStation.Blog, when he brought his insight on building Shank’s co-op campaign and showcasing it’s combo system. Cheng returns this Monday with more news and details that will alleviate your itch for more Shank until Tuesday’s drop.

MotorStorm 3D Shift – “Enjoy an immersive 3D racing experience with 10 of our favorite MotorStorm Pacific Rift tracks like Kanaloa Bay or Caldera Ridge, using a selection of festival-favorite off-road vehicles including Bikes, Buggies, Racing Trucks, and Monster Trucks.” Read more by Producer, Daimion Pinnock.

PixelJunk Racers 2nd Lap – On August 10th, PlayStation Plus members got their chance to indulge in 32 race modes and seven player multiplayer. Not a Plus member you say? The wait is finally over; PixelJunk Racers 2nd Lap races to all PSN users this Tuesday.

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PlayStation Network Demos

Naruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm 2 — Japan received their Naruto fix when the demo dropped back on July 29th, but US fans of the original Ultimate Ninja Storm were left out in the cold. Grab your Naruto snuggies American fans, and rejoice — the US demo drops this week. Have a glimpse of Ultimate Ninja Storm 2, as its story becomes a trifecta told by Naruto, Sasuke and Jiraya in the sequel.

Alien Breed: Impact – The Alien Breed franchise comes to PlayStation Network in the science fiction arcade-shooter, Alien Breed: Impact. Rich environments, high-impact weapons and the collection of the usual suspects are enhanced with an online co-operative battle mode.

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PlayStation Portable

Zuma – This PlayStation 3 port goes portable as you take control of the stone frog idol of the ancient Zuma in this action puzzler. Aim true, and you’ll rack up huge combos and special bonuses that will help you on your adventure. Download this Tuesday on PSN.

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PlayStation minis

Arcade Air Hockey & Bowling – Arcade Air Hockey & Bowling is a sports game featuring classic air hockey and bowling designed for all ages. Win trophies and unlock new equipment in the World Tour career mode, or challenge a friend to play.
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Really looking forward to Shank and Castle Crashers. Definitely a big beat 'em up month including Scott Pilgrim :lol:
 
http://blog.us.playstation.com/2010/08/23/coming-tuesday-to-psn-press-your-luck-for-ps3/

The latest Ludia game show game for PSN is Press Your Luck:
Get ready for an invasion of Whammies in Press Your Luck, coming tomorrow to the PS3. Just like on TV, the loveable but mischievous caped cartoon character pops up everywhere in the game, which is based on the classic Press Your Luck television game show.

Play as one of three contestants competing to win by correctly answering trivia questions to earn spins on the Big Board. The player who ends the game with the highest earnings emerges victorious — all the while trying to avoid the dreaded Whammy or risk losing all his winnings.






Press Your Luck is Ludia’s second multiplayer PS3 title, and includes two multiplayer modes: local multiplayer on one PS3, or PSN multiplayer that enables you to challenge up to two friends online. Press Your Luck also supports solo play, with over 2500 trivia questions to keep things fresh.
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And the Giant Bomb quick look of the Wii version is here if you want to see it in action and how the show translates to game form.
 
instead of doing one gameshow they should come out with a gameshow pack. press your luck with win lose or draw and that one classic show the match game.
 
[quote name='FriskyTanuki']http://blog.us.playstation.com/2010/08/23/coming-tuesday-to-psn-press-your-luck-for-ps3/

The latest Ludia game show game for PSN is Press Your Luck:

And the Giant Bomb quick look of the Wii version is here if you want to see it in action and how the show translates to game form.[/QUOTE]

Just a heads up from someone who had the PC version and currently has the IPhone version. The AI in this game is among the worst in video game history. You'll be lucky if the computer earns a single spin in the question rounds. You'll likely enter each Big Board round with double digit spins. This is drastic contrast to the Apple IIe version (only other time PYL was made into a game) which was a tough challenge each and every time. The only reason to buy this game is if you're going to do the multiplayer.

Yes I am hardcore about my Press Your Luck.
 
[quote name='mykevermin']I wonder if the load times on it are as dismal as the PSN version of Price is Right.[/QUOTE]

I just hope it's not as bad as the Wii version...
 
Updates
Let's Golf - PSP/PS3 - $0.99 - Temporary Sale

Games
Shank - $14.99
MotorStorm 3D Rift - $9.99
PixelJunk Racers 2nd Lap - $6.99 - Free to existing PJ Racers owners
Press Your Luck - $9.99

Demos
MAG Beta - Requires MAG disc to start
Naruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm 2
Shank

Add-ons
Mafia II - The Betrayal of Jimmy - $9.99
Clash of the Titans - Apollo's Challenge Quest Pack - $1.99
Guitar Hero 5 - Megadeth Track Pack - $5.49 - Includes the three songs below
Guitar Hero 5 - "Hangar 18" by Megadeth - $1.99
Guitar Hero 5 - "Peace Sells" by Megadeth - $1.99
Guitar Hero 5 - "Symphony of Destruction" by Megadeth - $1.99
Rock Band - Disturbed Pack 3 - $5.49 - Includes the three songs below
Rock Band - "Another Way To Die" by Disturbed - $1.99
Rock Band - "Asylum" by Disturbed - $1.99
Rock Band - "The Animal" by Disturbed - $1.99
Rock Band - Universal Motown Pack 1 - $5.49 - Includes the three songs below
Rock Band - "Mountain Man" by Crash Kings - $1.99
Rock Band - "Seasons" by The Veer Union - $1.99
Rock Band - "Bury Me Alive" by We Are The Fallen - $1.99
Rock Band - "Buster Voodoo" by Rodrigo y Gabriela - $1.99
Rock Band - "The Great Plains" by Scale the Summit - $1.99
Rock Band - "The Price" by Dappled Cities - $1.99
Rock Band - "The Ultimate Showdown (RBN Mix)" by Lemon Demon - $1.99
Rock Band - "Whatever Happened to You" by Cate Sparks - $1.99

PlayStation Protection Plan
PlayStation Protection Plan - 1 Year - $44.99 - PS3/US Only
PlayStation Protection Plan - 2 Year - $59.99 - PS3/US Only

PlayStation Home
Sodium Starter Pack - $6.99

Videos
Brink Developer Diary #3
Hunted: The Demon’s Forge “Trip” Trailer
Shank Co-Op Trailer
Press Your Luck Trailer
Enslaved: Odyssey To The West E3 Trailer
Kane & Lynch 2: Dog Days You Think You Can Kill Me Trailer
Homefront Back Story Trailer
LittleBigPlanet 2 Adventure Trailer
ISF SWC Highlight Women
Skate Open Highlight Skate Park
Skate Open Highlight Skate Vert
2010 Skate Open Highlights

Premium Themes
Bees in Bloom - $0.99
Dynamic Smoke - $2.99 - Dynamic
M249 SAW - $1.99
M249 SAW PSP 1 - $1.99
M249 SAW PSP 2 - $1.99
Draco - $1.49
Draco PSP - $1.49
Coruscant - $1.49
Coruscant PSP - $1.49
Sorority Island Girls - $2.99 - Dynamic
Industrial Revolution - $2.99 - Dynamic
Disney Pixar Toy Story 3 - $1.49
Disney Pixar Toy Story 3 PSP - $1.49
Abstract PSP 5 - $1.49

PSP Games
Zuma - $9.99 - 14 MB

PSP Minis
Arcade Air Hockey & Bowling - $3.99 - 23.4 MB
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PlayStation Plus

Deals
PlayStation Protection Plan - 2 Year - $44.99 - PS3/US Only
Soldner-X: Himmelsturmer/Soldner-X 2: Final Prototype Bundle - $10.79
Soldner-X 2: Final Prototype - $9.09

Games
Mushroom Wars - PS3 - 101 MB
2Xtreme - PS3/PSP - 60 MB
Vempires - PSP/PS3 - 12 MB

Demos
TerRover
 
[quote name='deadpool253']2 gigs for the Shank demo seems a little much[/QUOTE]
That's cause it's probably the full game, and when you go to purchase it you'll just download the unlock key.
 
[quote name='Zerok']That's cause it's probably the full game, and when you go to purchase it you'll just download the unlock key.[/QUOTE]

2 gigs is still too much a crappy $15 dollar download game. Seriously, they need to make these things smaller. Its 2010 people!
 
Going to grab Shank. Well, I'll start with the demo first and buy it if it's really as good as it looks.

What do I get with the Protection Plan again?
 
[quote name='gunm']Going to grab Shank. Well, I'll start with the demo first and buy it if it's really as good as it looks.

What do I get with the Protection Plan again?[/QUOTE]


you get protection so should someday somebody might forget themselves and break your ps3 or maybe , God forbid, it should suddenly catch on fire you want to know its protected right? so just give sony what it wants and dont make a peep about it if you knows whats good fer yas.........

how long is the warranty on new slims anyway? out of the box i mean.
 
1-year warranty is standard. Protection plan adds another year, extending the total to 2 years. Its kind of a rip-off. I don't recommend it unless you're a paranoid person.
 
I forgot Soldner X bundle is on sale for PSN+ owners. Got that.

Good news about Parasite Eve and Third Birthday. I'd like to get both.
 
[quote name='mkernan']1-year warranty is standard. Protection plan adds another year, extending the total to 2 years. Its kind of a rip-off. I don't recommend it unless you're a paranoid person.[/QUOTE]

My PS3 makes odd 'popping' sounds when I'm playing it - and this is the slim I bought back in March/April to replace the 60GB that shit out on me suddenly.

For $45, I'm considering it and Plus - the free software is enticing enough as is, and 30% off the protection plan is good as well.
 
http://us.playstation.com/support/protection-plan/index.htm
According to Sony, to qualify for a PlayStation Protection Plan, you must still be within the first year of your originally issued PlayStation 3 or PlayStation Portable manufacturer's warranty. (30 days for accidental damage see below)

Plans include:
• Direct access to PlayStation® Support specialists
• No out-of-pocket expenses for qualified claims
• Pre-paid shipping box
• PlayStation® quality, PlayStation® parts, PlayStation® Service Centers
• Backed by the team that brought you the PlayStation® experience
For more information, please call: (866) 716-7669
Mon - Sat, 6:00 am to 8:00 pm (Pacific Time)
Sunday, 7:00 am to 6:30 pm (Pacific Time)

Note: PlayStation® Protection Plan is currently not available in all states.
PlayStation® Protection Plan is currently not available in Canada.

Pricing and Options
Pricing and options listed on the pricing tab are for standalone Service Plans only.
PS3™
1 Year $44.99
2 Years $59.99

PSP® / PSP®go
1 Year $29.99
2 Years $39.99

with Accidental Damage:
1 year $39.99
2 years $49.99
Q: What is the Accidental Damage Plan?
A: The Accidental Damage Plan is for the PSP™ family of products. It supplements the original warranty with coverage that addresses the incidents that can happen with any portable product, such as a cracked screen that results from accidental dropping. This type of damage is not covered in the original manufacturer’s warranty, but it is now available from PlayStation® as an added benefit.

The Accidental Damage Plan is available to anyone who has purchased a PSP™-3001 or PSP™ go system in the past 30 days.
 
[quote name='mkernan']1-year warranty is standard. Protection plan adds another year, extending the total to 2 years. Its kind of a rip-off. I don't recommend it unless you're a paranoid person.[/QUOTE]

[quote name='mykevermin']My PS3 makes odd 'popping' sounds when I'm playing it - and this is the slim I bought back in March/April to replace the 60GB that shit out on me suddenly.

For $45, I'm considering it and Plus - the free software is enticing enough as is, and 30% off the protection plan is good as well.[/QUOTE]

Actually, I got the facts wrong. The protection plan *adds* 1 or 2 years onto the included 1 year. What is on sale for PS+ members is the 2 additional years.
 
[quote name='FroMann']If my fat PS3 suddenly explodes and I have the protection plan, do I get a PS3 slim?[/QUOTE]

No. You get a broken PS3 fat. They are not eligible for the protection plan.
 
[quote name='mkernan']Actually, I got the facts wrong. The protection plan *adds* 1 or 2 years onto the included 1 year. What is on sale for PS+ members is the 2 additional years.[/QUOTE]

Right. That sale is quite tempting.

What in the world is the MAG beta for? I haven't followed that game much at all, but a beta months after release sounds odd to me.
 
I think it's a beta for some MAG updates. It mentions in the description that you need the original MAG disc in the system to play the beta.
 
The new MAG beta is to test out forthcoming changes to MAG, including a revamped skill tree, a new economy system, a new level cap, and a new game mode called Escalation. If you're really interested, there are a number of posts about it on the MAG blog:

http://blog.mag.com
 
http://blog.us.playstation.com/2010/08/25/minis-angry-birds-is-visually-optimized-for-the-pspgo/

Angry Birds is coming to PSP Minis:
Hi everyone, my name is Johnny Coghlan and I’m Head of Publishing for Chillingo. I’m posting on the PlayStation.Blog to confirm that Chillingo’s record-breaking physics game, Angry Birds, is going to release for PlayStation minis!



In Angry Birds, players take control of a flock of different birds as they attempt to retrieve their precious eggs from a fiendish group of thieving pigs. The pigs have taken refuge within levels containing structures made up of materials such as wood, glass and stone. There are over 100 levels to play through! The object of the game is to catapult the birds into the pigs and their protective barriers, in order to eliminate the pigs and rescue the eggs.

Each level gives the player a certain number of birds to catapult at the pigs using a giant slingshot. There are six different types of bird, each with its own appearance, weight, sound effects and special abilities such as exploding or splitting into three mini-birds for maximum impact! If the birds hit the pigs or knock a piece of material onto a pig, the pig may explode into thin air and disappear.



When all of the pigs are defeated without the player running out of birds to catapult, the level is complete and a new level is unlocked! Players may re-attempt levels as many times as they wish, and may also replay completed levels to score more points and achieve more reward stars.

Angry Birds for minis features all of the content that has made it a record-breaking addictive success! Controls are instinctive, meaning that anyone can play the game straight away, while visuals are optimized for the PSPgo to ensure the overall experience is the best it can be on the platform.

This is going to be a hit release when it launches soon! For more information on Angry Birds you can visit Chillingo.com now!
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[quote name='FriskyTanuki']MotorStorm 3D Rift - $9.99[/QUOTE]

Ugh, I got a 3D-capable TV recently (bought it for other features, 3D was a "bonus"), and I was really hoping there would be a 3D patch for Pacific Rift rather than a new separate title just rehashing the same tracks. Given that I only paid $4.97 (Sears clearance) for Pacific Rift in its entirety, I'm going to have a difficult time at best justifying dropping twice that on just a subset of the tracks and vehicles. They could have at least thrown in a little new content . . .

Then again, I'm not buying the 3D glasses until there's more worthwhile 3D content available anyway. Maybe there will be a sale/price-drop on this by then.
 
[quote name='nakanenui']Is PJ racer 2nd lap really free if you own the first one? Is this until the next update too? Thanks.[/QUOTE]

It is indeed free. I got it and I'm not a PS+ member. I don't know how long it'll be free for (if it's a limited time deal).
 
I think it's a permanent deal. You'll see that 2nd Lap is free if you own the original. It'll just download as a new game, which I'm guessing is so that you don't lose your precious PJR save.

Edit: There will be a RUSE demo coming tomorrow/today, as well.

Edit 2: TikGames/Creat Studios sale coming this week:

TikGames (San Mateo, CA) and Creat Studios (Canton, MA) today announced their “End of Summer Sale Spectacular”, featuring all nine of their PSN titles at 40% off standard retail price. Additionally, all Downloadable Content (DLC) Packs are on sale for 99¢. All titles and DLC content are on sale in North America from August 31st through September 14th on the PlayStation 3® computer entertainment system, offered via Sony’s PlayStation®Network.

Players can wind down the summer and prepare for fall with great savings on some of the best and most exciting games on the PlayStation®Network. From the dynamic, tricked-out, RC car racing experience of Smash Cars to the colorful, destructible world of pirates and dragons in Magic Orbz, to the intense, over-the-top action of Wakeboarding HD, TikGames and Creat Studios offer a fun way to celebrate the change of season.

Cuboid, Hamsterball, Magic Orbz, Mahjong Tales and Interpol and more (Mushroom Wars and Digger HD are the rest) are all available for download for $5.99. Smash Cars and Wakeboarding HD can be purchased for $8.99.

“TikGames and Creat Studios continue to lead the pack, offering more titles than any other publisher on PlayStation®Network,” said Anatoly Tikhman, Founder and CEO of TikGames, LLC. “As school begins and autumn approaches, we are very happy to present such an excellent value to PSN fans!”

“Creat Studios and TikGames are thrilled to offer all of our titles on sale as the summer winds down,” said Vladimir Starzhevsky, co-founder and CEO of Creat Studios, Inc. “Over the past two years, we have brought PSN players the highest quality games, and now old and new customers alike can discover our titles at an even greater value.”
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The PS+ prices should drop with the sale, as well.
 
Finally the update went up. Currently downloading Vanquish demo. Whenever that finishes I'll start on Castle Crasher demo download.
 
No psn+ discounts on anything is terribly weak.

Edit. There are slight plus discounts, with some titles being $4.79...
 
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[quote name='mtxbass1']No psn+ discounts on anything is terribly weak.

Edit. There are slight plus discounts, with some titles being $4.79...[/QUOTE]

PSN+ is supposed to update ever other week now. This is an off week. I know that at least we get a free Qore next Tuesday.
 
[quote name='Decker']PSN+ is supposed to update ever other week now. This is an off week. I know that at least we get a free Qore next Tuesday.[/QUOTE]

That has nothing to do with them offering further sale prices to plus members. They did it with the summer sale and they finally updated the prices after the store update.
 
Just finished playing the Vanquish demo. Damn, that game feels like Gears of War on speed! I remember when I first saw "the roadie run" in Gears all those years ago, I thought it was so incredible, but boosting in this game blows that out of the water. I loved it so much I didn't even bother using the guns; I just L2 + O each and every enemy. Day one purchase for me for sure.
 
Vanquish demo is kick ass, man I'm glad I pre-ordered it. I was a little worried that it was going to be a huge let-down, but now I'm feeling really stoked for it. I can't wait!
 
Deals
Cuboid - $5.99 - Expires 9/14
Digger HD - $5.99 - Expires 9/14
Hamsterball - $5.99 - Expires 9/14
Interpol: The Trail of Dr. Chaos - $5.99 - Expires 9/14
Magic Orbz - $5.99 - Expires 9/14
Mahjong Tales: Ancient Wisdom - $5.99 - Expires 9/14
Mushroom Wars - $5.99 - Expires 9/14
Smash Cars - $8.99 - Expires 9/14
Wakeboarding HD - $8.99 - Expires 9/14
Super Street Fighter II Turbo HD Remix - $7.49 - Temporary Sale
Worms - $6.49 - Temporary Sale
Sam & Max: The Devil's Playhouse - $19.99 - Temporary Sale
Dynogems - PSP/PS3 - $1.99 - Temporary Sale
Tehra: Dark Warrior - PSP/PS3 - $2.99 - Temporary Sale

Games
Castle Crashers - $14.99
Sam & Max: The Devil's Playground Episode 5 - Subscribers Only

PS1 Classics
Theme Hospital - $5.99 - 123 MB

Demos
Castle Crashers
Vanquish
R.U.S.E.

Add-ons
ModNation Racers - Lil' Tinker Mod - $0.99
ModNation Racers - Lil' Tinker Kart - $0.99
ModNation Racers - Lil' Tinker Mod and Kart - $1.75
MAG - Character Slot B - $0.99 for one month
MAG - Character Slot C - $0.99 for one month
Bioshock 2 - Minerva's Den - $9.99
Split Second - Elite Vehicle Livery Pack - Free
Split Second - Elite High Octane Supercar Vehicle Pack - $1.99
Split Second - Elite Ryback Cyclone Special
Yakuza 3 - Challenge Pack - $3.99
Kane & Lynch 2: Dog Days - Alliance Weapon Pack - $2.99
Kane & Lynch 2: Dog Days - Multiplayer Mask Pack - $1.99
Kane & Lynch 2: Dog Days - The Doggie Bag - $5.99
Guitar Hero 5 - P.O.D. Track Pack - $5.49 - Includes the three songs below
Guitar Hero 5 - "Boom" by P.O.D. - $1.99
Guitar Hero 5 - "Southtown" by P.O.D. - $1.99
Guitar Hero 5 - "Youth of the Nation" by P.O.D. - $1.99
Rock Band - Country Pack 4 - $14.99 - Includes the nine songs below
Rock Band - "Days Go By" by Keith Urban - $1.99
Rock Band - "Fancy" by Reba McEntire - $1.99
Rock Band - "Hell On The Heart" by Eric Church - $1.99
Rock Band - "It Happens" by Sugarland - $1.99
Rock Band - "Lookin' For A Good Time" by Lady Antebellum - $1.99
Rock Band - "Rebound" by Laura Bell Bundy - $1.99
Rock Band - "What Was I Thinkin'" by Dierks Bentley - $1.99
Rock Band - "Women" by Jamey Johnson - $1.99
Rock Band - "Would You Go With Me" by Josh Turner - $1.99
Rock Band - "Bang Camaro" by Bang Camaro - $1.99
Rock Band - "Do Not Disturb (Tell Me How Bad)" by Let's Get It - $0.99
Rock Band - "Hard To See" by Five Finger Death Punch - $1.99
Rock Band - "Seven" by Sunny Day Real Estate - $1.99
Rock Band - "Where Were You" by Every Avenue - $1.99

Videos
Bioshock 2 Protector Trials Trailer
Mafia II Developer Diary #3
Mafia II Launch Trailer
Brink Developer Diary #4
Neverdead E3 2010 Trailer
Neverdead Gamescom 2010 Trailer
Thor: The Video Game Announcement Trailer
Kane & Lynch 2: Dog Days Gaming’s Most Notorious Criminals Trailer
Lara Croft And The Guardian Of Light Weapons, Artifacts, and Relics Trailer
Sam And Max The Devil’s Playhouse Full Series Trailer
LORD Of ARCANA Gamescom Trailer

Avatars
Mega Man 10 (3) - $0.49 each
Super Street Fighter IV (3) - $0.49 each
Top Gun - $0.49
Savage Moon (4) - $0.49 each
Savage Moon Bundle - $1.25

Themes
PixelJunk Racers 2nd Lap
Young Thor

Premium Themes
NCAA Texas - $2.99 - Dynamic
NCAA Alabama - $2.99 - Dynamic
NCAA Miami - $2.99 - Dynamic
NCAA North Carolina - $2.99 - Dynamic
NCAA Georgia - $2.99 - Dynamic
NCAA Kentucky - $2.99 - Dynamic
NCAA Florida - $2.99 - Dynamic
NCAA Oregon - $2.99 - Dynamic
Romantic Petals - $0.99
Dr. Butcher - $1.99

Wallpaper
PixelJunk Racers 2nd Lap
Shank (3)

PSP Games
Valkyria Chronicles - $39.99 - 826 MB

PSP Minis
Coconut Dodge - $3.99 - 22 MB

PSP Add-ons
LittleBigPlanet - King Arthur Costume - Free
LittleBigPlanet - King Arthur Pack - $2.99
 
whoa, minerva (for bioshock 2) actually looks like a compelling way to close out rapture.
found a review from that guy from rebel fm arthur gies.
http://xboxlive.ign.com/articles/111/1117032p1.html

also, is anyone here familiar w/ the mirror edge pure time trials dlc (unrelated to this sale)? has the mirror's edge pure time trials pack ever been on sale before?
 
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Wow, nice update this week. Anyone know if they're planning on releasing any more NCAA dynamic themes? I thought I'd never buy a theme, but I would waste copious amounts of money on an Auburn dynamic theme.
 
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