Torrance, U.S.A. — Amazon announced on December 10 that the PS Vita will be bundled with Zero Escape: Virtue’s Last Reward. Customers can now purchase a PS Vita and receive Zero Escape: Virtue’s Last Reward for free. Making the perfect holiday gift for any visual novel /puzzle fan, Zero Escape: Virtue’s Last Reward on PS Vita is an immersive and thrilling story utilizing PS Vita’s many unique features.

Since its release,  Zero Escape: Virtue’s Last Reward has received a variety of accolades including IGN’s Editor’s Pick and Amazon’s Top 20 Video Game List for 2012. It is currently one of 64 video games in the running for GameSpot’s People’s Choice Award for 2012.

About  Zero Escape: Virtue’s Last Reward on PS Vita
After being kidnapped by a masked figure, Sigma awakens in an elevator with a girl named Phi. They soon learn that they, along with seven others are about to play a deadly game of life and death – The Nonary Game: Ambidex Edition. A spiritual sequel to the award winning  Zero Escape: Nine Hours, Nine Persons, Nine Doors(999), Zero Escape: Virtue’s Last Reward combines thrilling, suspenseful story-telling with challenging puzzles bringing the very best of the visual novel and puzzle genres to life.

Utilizing PS Vita’s Breadth of Features –  Zero Escape: Virtue’s Last Reward comes to life with PS Vita’s beautiful OLED screen, giving the visuals a crisp look as well as using such features as the touchscreen and six-axis motion sensor technology.

Immersive & Suspenseful Story in Novel Stages – Learn why Sigma and the others were taken and the mystery that surrounds the masked figure, Zero and his avatar Zero III. Choose to “ally” or “betray” the others and watch your fate change with every decision.

Challenging Escape Stages with 3D Environments – Challenge your mind skills with everything from color relationships, math, and more in order to escape rooms and gain points as you edge closer to escape. Rotate the camera around a 3D room and zoom in on objects to look for clues.  Players can also select and manipulate objects in three-dimensional space.

Fully-Voiced Novel Sections & Dual Language Support –With dual language support, choose between listening to the novel stages in Japanese or English.

Numerous Fates & Endings – As in  999, there are several multiple endings. A special flow chart shows player progress through the game and displays the different branches of the game.

Zero Escape: Virtue’s Last Reward has been rated M (Mature) by the ESRB. For more information about  Zero Escape: Virtue’s Last Reward and to see the official launch trailer and special OVA short, visit www.virtueslastreward.com.

To purchase your  Zero Escape: Virtue’s Last Reward “bundle,” visit the following link for more details: http://li.brari.us/36.

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London, UK – Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment announced on October 12, the UK launch of Spy Hunter for PlayStation Vita. A reboot of the original combat racing series, the game is specifically designed for a handheld experience.

True to the original Spy Hunter released in arcades in 1983, the player once again assumes the role of the “Agent,” the driver of the high-tech G-6155 Interceptor supercar, armed extensively with advanced weaponry and ready to take on a global terrorist organization set on world domination.

The Interceptor seamlessly transforms from supercar to off-road assault vehicle to speed boat, allowing players to select which path to follow in the game’s branching mission tracks. Players can also customize and upgrade the Interceptor’s many weapons and high tech gadgets throughout the course of the game. And for the first time, the Agent will have additional support in the form of an unmanned aerial support drone, allowing players to plan their destruction when assaulting enemy agent strongholds.

Spy Hunter also features thrilling crash choreography and a camera system that follows the action in slow motion to let players savor the destruction they created.

All of the music in the game is composed and performed by GRAMMY Awardnominated composer Ryan Shore. Spy Hunter: Original Video Game Soundtrack with eighteen original tracks, including a reimagining of the classic Peter Gunn Theme, is available today from WaterTower Music at iTunes, Amazon MP3, and GameStop.

Spy Hunter, developed by TT Fusion, is rated PEGI 12.

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On September 13, 2012, Konami Digital Entertainment, unveiled the launch date for New Little King’s Story, available for download for the PlayStation Vita system on October 2 in North and South America. Featuring a brand new storyline and online functionality, New Little King’s Story offers players a royal role playing game with enhanced PlayStation Vita system graphics and features.

New Little King’s Story follows players as they assume the role of King Corobo, tasked with reclaiming his kingdom from the Devil King, “The Nightmare.” Players will experience an incredible journey as they visit seven different kingdoms and battle against evil dark lords that have captured the royal princesses. As King, gamers will need to lead their Royal Guard in every grand battle, and plan attacks wisely as they grow their populations and broaden their territories.

The action adventure title takes full advantage of the PlayStation Vita system, featuring upgraded 2D and 3D visuals, and utilizes intuitive touch controls, including the PlayStation Vita system rear touch pad. Players can also enjoy a myriad of newly added online features including downloadable content, item combining co-operative play, and online leaderboards.

New Little King’s story will be downloadable for the Playstation Vita system on October 2.

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People often regard individuals who play video games as shut-ins who lack the necessary social skills to achieve success in life.

Jo Garcia is not one of those individuals.

Garcia, recognized by Playboy as their Cyber Girl of 2008, possesses the looks and demeanor to beat back those who question her legitimacy in gaming, as well as enough knowledge of the medium to converse with even the most dedicated players.

“I love all games, but I am a huge fan of Skyrim and Final Fantasy XII-2,” she said proudly.

Garcia has since injected her love of video games into her promotion efforts for Sony’s newest portable system, the PlayStation Vita, due to see release on February 22 of this year.

She has done this by travelling to various Vita Hill Social Clubs throughout the U.S. Her previous stops have taken her to Chicago and New York, and on February 11^th, she appeared at Miami’s Vita Hill Social Club to promote the PlayStation Vita while also spending time with individuals eager to get to know her while also getting to know the Vita’s software lineup.

Garcia expressly believes that the Vita will be a success; she admits to wanting to obtain “everything she can get her hands on” for Sony’s newest portable. In terms of games, she is most excited for Escape Plan and Uncharted.

“I think that Escape Plan is a very good game, and Uncharted: Golden Abyss is pretty sick,” she said. Jo Garcia was not the only Playboy model in attendance at the event. Leola Bell, recognized by the magazine as Miss February of this year, was present through an invitation extended to her by Playboy.

Unlike Garcia, who touts her gaming credentials, Bell is not as familiar with gaming lore.

“Unfortunately, I don’t know anything about video games,” she admitted. “However, I used to play Mario and Sonic the Hedgehog when I was younger.” Despite her unfamiliarity, Bell expressed excitement about the potential latent in Sony’s newest portable. “If I wanted a game system, it would definitely be this one. It looks really cute and well-made, and I can take it with me when I travel,” she said.

The presence of the Playboy models definitely helped in adding spice to the event; Brittany Redmon, a cocktail server and model, cited them as a key reason for attending. “I love Playboy magazine and when I heard that Jo Garcia was going to be there, I definitely wanted to attend, as I am a big fan of hers,” she said.

Danny Pena, a podcaster and host of Gamertag Radio, is also a Garcia fan; the two are in fact good friends and he specifically attended to support her efforts. Alexander Yparraguirre, a graphic designer from Tampa, FL, appreciated the opportunity to test out Garcia’s gaming talents. “I am looking forward to challenging her in Wipeout and seeing just how good of a gamer she is,” he said.

As the PlayStation Vita nears its release date, events like these will prove helpful to ensuring that the system has a successful launch. While there were some individuals at the party who remained unsure of the Vita’s potential, most of the people who had the opportunity to sample it expressed confidence in its success.

“I think that this system is definitely something that I would definitely consider either purchasing for myself or my little brother,” said Redmon.

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