Raul3

Another great month for PS3.

I will check Grid 2. I will probably add BL2 just in case too. I already have it in Xbox, season pass and everything.

TheKing

I could see them swapping in a new game in January, but since the console is still in launch mode (remember, it's PS4 release day in Europe right now), the free stuff is going to be pretty slim.

I do hope we get something before Driveclub finally launches.

EDIT: As for the stores with the Plus deal, Walmart, Gamestop and Amazon have all been confirmed as being in on the deal. And apparently the deal is live at Walmart stores, but not online as of yet.

Decker

Wow, some NICE deals today. Plus the GRID 2 freebie!


PS Plus: GRID 2 Free for PS Plus Members

+ Posted by Kristine Steimer // Sr. Community Specialist

Hop in to the driver’s seat with GRID 2 on PS3, coming to you free for PS Plus members to kick off the month of December. In addition to GRID 2, you’ll also note the start of the PlayStation Store Holiday Sale! The first week brings in some of this year’s best titles including Ni No Kuni, Remember Me, and Terraria; all at really really good prices.

You can take advantage of all these PS Plus benefits after the PlayStation Store updates tomorrow, 12/3.


GRID 2(PS3)


Free for PS Plus members, Regular Price: $35.99
PlayStation Plus - GRID 2
Be fast, be first and be famous as you join the elite in ‘World Series Racing’ where the greatest cars, drivers and events come together in the search for a new motorsport icon. Experience aggressive racing against advanced AI and become immersed in the race with GRID 2’s new TrueFeel™ Handling system which powers edge-of-control exhilaration behind the wheel of every iconic car. An extensive, separate online campaign powered by RaceNet sets new standards in the genre. Welcome back to racing.

PlayStation Plus: Discounts
Holiday Sale (Week1)

It’s week 1 of the PlayStation Store Holiday Sale! Check out these slammin’ sales on some of gaming’s best and check back over the next few weeks to see what else is on deck for a hefty PS Plus discount.

Game Title PS Plus Price Regular Price
Defiance $2.50 $4.99
Defiance Deluxe Edition $7.50 $14.99
Army Of Two The Devil’s Cartel $7.50 $14.99
The Bureau: XCOM Declassified $20.99 $29.99
Remember Me $19.19 $23.99
Terraria $3.75 $7.49
Ni No Kuni: Wrath Of The White Witch $9.79 $13.99
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn $10.00 $19.99
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn Collectors Edition $15.00 $29.99
Rocksmith 2014 $29.39 $41.99
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I seriously hate myself for buying Ni No Kuni for $20 when it dropped. Haven't even opened it yet.

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chess

Sadly, Grid 2 looks really good, but it's going to be hard to get to when I'm so hooked on NFS Rivals on PS4. I just can't picture me getting back to it unless it has a hook that I'm not aware of.

I have to say that I'm a bit disappointed at the lack of PS4 title. I think they could have launched Warframe in December as the free PS+ title with the same PS+ bonuses they gave at launch. It would have delayed Warframe a couple of weeks, but it would have left a better impression for new PS4 owners and PS+ subscribers.

I think they're giving a PS+ bonus with War Thunder as well, and the same marketing opportunity would apply.

story

Hmm, I think I even have that much in my wallet. Have to wonder if it will be a free PS+ title within a year, though, and I certainly have plenty to play in the meantime.

Decker

Just over a week ago, they mentioned on the PS Blog that Tiny Brains will be coming out on the PS4 in December and the developer mentioned "The whole team is incredibly proud to be bringing Tiny Brains to PS4 on December 3rd. Thanks to PlayStation’s support of indies, we were given the option to be featured on PlayStation Plus for the launch — it was an opportunity we couldn’t pass up!". I have no idea what that means, exactly, but it looks like we'll at least get a discount on the title -- maybe????

edit : They added comments later. I just looked now and it confirms that the game will be $19.99 but there will be a "discount" for PS Plus.

Here it is under "Other Discounts"

Game Title PS Plus Price Regular Price
Tiny Brains $15.99 $19.99
Draw Slasher $2.99 $4.99
Rainbow Moon $11.99 $14.99
Rainbow Moon Cross-Save Bundle $17.99 $22.49
Rainbow Moon Ps3 Player Special Offer $5.99 $7.49

chess

I took that to mean a discount. I just don't like the precedent, even if it makes sense with many other countries just getting the PS4 or getting it in December.

I had hoped that one of Secret Ponchos, Outlast or Don't Starve would have been ready.

Gooter

I'm glad I didn't pick this up over the weekend for $14.99. That's a great price for this game.

Decker

The Drop for December 3rd :

Not exactly a PS4 freebie, but Escape Plan comes out this week (tomorrow??) for the PS4. It's free if you already bought the Vita version. In fact, it's a cross-platform fest with Stick It To The Man coming to the PS4 (cross-buy with last week's PS3 version) and Rainbow Moon coming out for the Vita (Cross-Save, not cross-buy)

redbill

PsPlus has a weird line item for Rainbow Moon, makes it look like if you got the PS3 version you can get a Vita version for $5. Its not explained though.

Decker

Yeah, that makes sense since the PS3 version will be $11.99 and the cross-save (i.e. cross-buy, but not actually cross-buy) version will be $17.99, then charging $5.99 to get the Vita version after owning the PS3 version sounds about right.

PerryD

Yikes! If I buy this digital copy, I can import the original songs into it for another $10 or so?

I picked up the $49.99 cable bundle last week, but haven't opened it yet. This would be a better deal since I would be able to share it with my daughter's PS3.

story

Does Rocksmith really work? How much is the cable on its own? How is the 2014 version different? Only recently heard of this

RichC2

2014 version is a bit more focused than the earlier version, faster menus, much better layout, better educational aspects and more ways to learn. Yes, it works, really well depending on your setup (it recommends using optical audio out if you can support it due to television/audio lag when going digital). Tone cable varies in price.

Here's a YouTube channel with a bunch of videos: http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQQ8...OV7Uf_g/videos

The guy has the game pretty close to maxed out so that's on the more difficult side. And yes, imo, the game works.

Some educational stuff includes a ton of mini-games, to step-by-steps with the songs, to even labeling what fingers should go on what strings .

If it interests you in the least, I highly recommend it. Very well done program.

Decker

PS Plus Update for December 10, 2013 :


Borderlands 2 (PS3)

Free for PS Plus members
A new era of shoot and loot is about to begin. Play as one of four new vault hunters facing off against a massive new world of creatures, psychos and the evil mastermind, Handsome Jack. Make new friends, arm them with a bazillion weapons and fight alongside them in 4 player co-op or split-screen on a relentless quest for revenge and redemption across the undiscovered and unpredictable living planet.

Also they have some pretty meh deals this week as part of their Holiday Sale promotion:



I keep waiting for an actual good deal on Dragon's Crown (which is a really fun action RPG game), and it still isn't there.

Gooter

Thanks for always posting these Decker. Helps us work challenged folks out.

That's a pretty good deal for the Tomb Raider bundle. It was just $15 on Black Friday. Looks like with this bundle you get a MP map, some outfits, weapons and the full game of Quantum Conundrum.

I'm hoping Dragon's Crown will be free via PS+ soon.

UncleGramps

Thanks for posting that, Decker. I'm definitely in for Spelunky, and considering getting NHL 14 as well.

Music

I got some spelunky for you man!

UncleGramps

I'm not sure what that means, but I am both scared and aroused.

Music

I'm not really sure what that means either (since I'm not sure yet what Spelunky is)

But it sounded good in my head

Groucho

Spelunky is awesome. Think of "Dark Souls" as a 2d platformer.

Decker

flOw comes out for both the PS4 and the Vita on Tuesday.



It's a Cross-Buy title, so if you got it for the PS3, you'll get these two versions for free. Not sure if that will work for those who got the free flOw game during the holiday give-away a few years back. That was a special download that didn't actually give you ownership of the title, iirc.

Michael Corvin

Decker

Dyad Free for PS Plus Members Starting Tomorrow

+ Posted by Kristine Steimer // Sr. Community Specialist

Last year, Dyad hit the gaming scene and stunned critics with its colorful visual palette and psychedelic soundtrack. Seemingly simple to start, Dyad builds on core mechanics gradually, allowing you just enough time to get the hang of things before teaching you something new to master. Lest you think that completing Dyad’s 27 levels marks the end of this entrancing journey, know that there are different modes to unlock as you get better at the game, including Trophy mode and Sandbox mode.

You can download Dyad and take advantage of all these PS Plus discounts after the PlayStation Store updates tomorrow, 12/17.


Dyad (PS3)

Free for PS Plus members

Descend into Dyad to experience transcendental sensory overload in this abstract psychedelic racer. Blast through a reactive audio-visual tube to create a harmonious synthesis of color and sound as you hook, graze and lance enemies to master Dyad’s 27 unique levels. Embark on a mind-altering interactive journey through Dyad’s Game Mode to prepare yourself for Trophy Mode’s tactical freakout variations wherein a Platinum Trophy awaits only the most skillful. Or choose to sit back and chill with Dyad’s hallucinogenic Remix mode.

PlayStation Plus: Discounts
Holiday Sale (Week 3)

We’re continuing our PlayStation Store Holiday Sale this week. Check out these sales on some of gaming’s best and check back over the next few weeks to see what else will be marked down.
Game Title PS Plus Price Original Price
Far Cry 3 $17.99 $29.99
Far Cry 3 Ultimate Edition $21.19 $34.99
Hitman: Blood Money HD $4.25 $16.99
Guacameelee! (Cross-Buy) $3.75 $14.99
God of War Ascension $10.00 $39.99
Knytt Underground (Cross-Buy) $2.50 $9.99
PixelJunk Shooter 2 $2.50 $9.99
PixelJunk Sidescroller $2.50 $9.99
Limbo (PS3) $3.75 $14.99
Limbo (PS VITA) $3.75 $14.99
Beat Hazard Ultra $2.50 $9.99
DEADPOOL $24.29 $49.99
Angry Birds Star Wars PS3 $32.39 $39.99
Angry Birds Star Wars PS Vita $32.39 $39.99
Just Dance 2014 $30.59 $39.99
LEGO Marvel Super Heroes PS Vita $23.99 $39.99

They’re not part of our Holiday Sale, but here are some more discounts for PS Plus members.

Spoiler:

Game Title PS Plus Price Original Price
Pinball Arcade: Season 1 Bundle $26.99 $29.99
Pinball Arcade: Season 1 Pro Bundle $35.99 $29.99
Eufloria HD $7.99 $14.99
Terraria PS Vita $13.49 $14.99
Ethan: Meteor Hunter $6.39 $9.99
Atomic Ninjas PS3 $2.09 $9.99
Atomic Ninjas PS Vita $2.09 $9.99
Foosball 2012 PS3 $2.09 $7.99
Foosball 2012 PS VITA $2.09 $7.99
The Impossible Game $0.74 $2.99
One Epic Game $0.74 $1.99
Minisquadron $0.74 $1.99
Blimp: The Flying Adventures $0.74 $1.49
5-In-1 Arcade Hits $0.74 $1.99
Zombie Driver HD $2.50 $9.99
Zombie Driver HD + Soundtrack $3.25 $12.99
Zombie Driver HD Soundtrack $1.25 $4.99
Zombie Driver HD Apocalypse Pack $0.75 $2.99
Zombie Driver HD Tropical Race Rage $0.75 $2.99
Zombie Driver HD Burning Garden Of Slaughter $0.75 $1.99
Zombie Driver HD Avatar 10-Pack $0.75 $2.99