"SCEJ Press Conference" which the whole of "PS Vita" finally became clarified is summarized

On September 14 (Wednesday), Sony Computer Entertainment Japan conducted a conference on "PS Vita" at Tokyo Midtown in Roppongi. In addition to the announcement of the official release date, titles to be simultaneously released at launch, titles scheduled to be released in the future, etc. were announced from producers of each company, and the venue was greatly excited.

Next-generation portable entertainment system PlayStation® Vita Decides on release date in Japan on Saturday, December 17, 2011 Simultaneously released title and software lineup under domestic development announced

Mr. Hiroshi Kono of SCEJ President is at the top.


As SCEJ President, I would like to thank you for participating in the conference.


He introduced Mr. Andrew House, CEO and CEO of SCE.



Mr. House talks about the enthusiasm towards deployment of "PS Vita", and at the end he gets a handshake with Mr. Kono and leaves.



Next, Mr. Kono told us about the review of the spread of PS 3 and PSP so far. PS3 achieved sales of 51.8 million units worldwide.


In the one year share from the Tokyo game show last year, it was 49% hard and occupied 46% soft.


further"PS Move"We will release major titles one after another, and we will showcase the further progress of the offensive in the future.



And announced the release of the new colors "Splash Blue" and "Scarlet Red".


Next, I will review the situation of PSP.


PSP has sold 71.4 million units worldwide.


In the one year share from the Tokyo game show last year, it was 43% hard and 49% soft.


In software sales from January to June 2011, 16 titles out of the top 50 titles became software for PSP.


PSP will also introduce a new color "Red / Black".


However, it did not always follow good things.When the PlayStation Network receives a cyber attack, the user's personal information leaks, temporarily stops the serviceI also happened the situation.


Based on these circumstances, PS Vita's presentation was made.


Kono says that PS Vita will provide "the ultimate entertainment experience".


PS Vita will respond to diversified various play styles.


A casual game.


Core game.


And unique game.


PS Vita said that it will be a machine that can play all these things.


And the price was announced again. There is no change when announcing with E3, 3G / WiFi version is 20,980 yen (tax included), WiFi version is 24,980 yen (tax included).


AndRelease date determined on Saturday, December 17, 2011.


AlreadyCommunity siteIt is also opened.


Then I will go over the description of 3G model.


PS Vita'sNTT DoCoMo decides to provide 3G model network.


Mr. Kiyomoe Tsujimura, executive vice president of NTT Docomo Co., Ltd., got on the stage.


DoCoMo will provide PS Vita's network, and along with thisNew billing planWe announced to present.


"Prepaid data plan 20h" that can use 20 hours of communication with downlink maximum 128 Kbps and upload maximum 64 Kbps is 980 yen. It is 4980 yen for "prepaid data plan 100h" which can use communication with downlink maximum 128 Kbps and upload maximum 64 Kbps for 100 hours, downlink maximum 14 Mbps, upstream maximum 5.7 Mbps communication.




And Ms. Tsujimura said that the partnership between DoCoMo and PS Vita is not limited to providing 3G networks, but also in terms of cloud environments, linkage with smartphones and tablets.



Then Mr. Kono demonstrated the connection to PS Vita's 3G network and PlayStation Network. The start-up demonstration isThis articleYou can see the movie in.



Somewhat troublesome, "Although Vita seems to be nervous because it is the world's first demo," he repeatedly turns the power back on and challenges again, ensuring a successful connection.


Next, Mr. Kenji Akiyama of the SCE development support department explained about the application installed in PS Vita.



How to use it as a video or audio player, or do web browsingThis articleYou can see the movie in.


Application "near" that uses location information acquired by GPS.


"Party" can perform text chat and voice chat with friends.


In addition, various applications are installed.


Also equipped with a dedicated Web browser.


We also have applications to manage content. You can connect the PS3 or PC with USB cable and share content data.



Friend function indispensable for utilizing PlayStation Network is enriched.



You can also view trophies.


In addition, it is said that interlocking with various SNS etc. is prepared.


Mr. Kono says "PS Vita is a gaming machine incorporating almost every possible function."


Not only the performance of the aircraft but also various messages are being sent from creators who make contents for PS Vita.






Mr. Kono says "I want to put fire on creators' creativity with Vita" as a "challenge from PS Vita to creators".


Mr. Yoshinori Ono who is Vice President of CS Development at Capcom Co., Ltd. is on the stage.


"I think that I will be" Street fighter x Tekken "when I do this, so I would like you to announce a new one from Capcom today," Mr. Ono said.




Mr. Ono's PS Vita has already launched "ULTIMATE Marble vs Capcom 3".




"ULTIMATE Marble vs Capcom 3" will be released simultaneously with PS Vita body.


The contents of PS 3 are faithfully reproduced with the portable device.


It is also possible to play against remote players through the network.


Of course it is also equipped with a way of playing that takes advantage of PS Vita's unique features.


Mr. Ono says, "I'm not thinking of simply playing fighting games at PS Vita, but if you just play fighting games, it would be better if you played with PS3 connected with a dedicated controller to play rich." I will talk.


PS Vita says that he wishes to provide gaming experiences that make use of the network possible in fighting games.



Mr. Kono got a story saying that interesting results have come up on the community site.


A questionnaire on which character you want to participate in "Street fighter x Tekken" that Mr. Ono went at the community site.


Tolo has acquired overwhelming votes for some reason.


so,Tolo and Kuro's participation is decidedDid.



Next, Mr. Shinji Hashimoto who is Senior Managing Executive Officer of SQUARE ENIX HOLDINGS INC.



Mr. Hashimoto announced the title scheduled to be released by Square Enix for PS Vita and PS 3.



"Lord of Apocalypse"


"Corps of Hell"


"Final Fantasy Type 0" and "Final Fantasy XIII-2"


And as a 10th anniversary work"Final Fantasy X" remake for PS VitaIt is said that.




Next, Mr. Hideo Kojima, executive vice president of Konami Digital Entertainment Co.,


Mr. Kojima who shakes hands with Mr. Kono.


Mr. Kojima proposes a way of playing a game "play one game alternately with deferred machines and portable devices", he says he is preparing to realize this idea with PSP, PS 3, and PS Vita .



First step 1 is the cooperation between PSP and PS3. PS3 version"Metal Gear Solid Peace Walker HD Edition"Will be released in November.



Next, in step 2, make PS2 software playable with PS3 or PS Vita. Also PS3 version "Metal Gear Solid HD Edition" will be released in November and PS Vita version "Metal Gear Solid 2 · 3 HD Edition" will be released in 2012.




Furthermore, "Zone of the ENDERS HD Edition" will be released for PS3 in 2012, this means PS Vita version is also under development.



And step 3, how to play PS3 and PS Vita in conjunction.


About this it can be realized with the game engine "FOX ENGINE" currently under development at Kojima Production.Original complete new work is also under developmentAnd expectations will increase.


Mr. Kojima says, "Because I like core games, I am expecting Vita, a handheld that can make core games."




And Mr. Masami Yamamoto from the SCE JAPAN studio will be on the stage.



Mr. Yamamoto talked about how to play a new game born by PS Vita.



"Everyone's Golf 6" will be able to communicate in the visual lobby, a national tournament will be held at the daily, friends will exchange opportunities for shot information like e-mail "Multi Multi-Battle Mode" It is said that it is equipped.


Several titles using these new network functions were introduced.


First of all, task management software "Hero of the brave" that draws on the flow of "series of braves". A new monster is created each time a task is accomplished, a new sense task management software.


PS Vita version "Dokodemoiso" series, "Everyone with Together".


It is easier, more enjoyable and can create connections with various users.


Mr. Yamamoto says PS Vita will make various challenges in the future to discover the next stage of the game by making use of such a network.


And Mr. Seiji Sugimoto, Representative Director of Niwango Co., Ltd., got on the stage.


Formally announcing that Nico Nico video will support PS VitaDid.


Places where Nico Nico video videos are displayed on PS Vita.




In addition, although it is only the viewing function at the beginning of the release, in the spring of 2012, we added a distribution function that allows you to post videos and live broadcasts, and a road map has been presented that will continue cooperation with other titles after the summer of 2012 .


Next, PS Vita 's title lineup was announced by Mr. Kono.


"True · Mikuni Musou NEXT"


"Uncharted"


"Everyone's Golf 6"


"Ridge racer"


"True Kamaichi Night"


"Browser Three Kingdoms"


"Corps of Hell"


When launching 26 titles will be released at the same time. Details of 26 titles and 74 titles under developmentThis articleYou can check from.


"Tales of Innocence R" as the title to be released further.


"GRAVITY DAZE"


"Metal Gear Solid HD Edition"


"FIFA (provisional)"


"Little Big Planet (Tentative)"


"NINJA GAIDEN Σ"


Various leading titles are pounding. Details of 74 titles under developmentThis articleFrom.





And, it is said that many existing UMD titles of PSP will be able to play with PS Vita.



Check the release date and price again.


Also check the data communication plan.


It was announced that "Prepaid Data Plan 100h" will be bundled with the limited shipment of 3G version of limited 500,000 units. It is said that it will be 20,980 yen (including tax) including 103 hours of communication charge and contract fee.


Start of reservation starts on Saturday, October 15.


Accessories are enriched.


In addition, at the Tokyo Game Show, more than 80 vehicles sold, 31 titles will be prepared.


Also, it seems that a nationwide testing caravan is scheduled for those who could not come to Tokyo Game Show.