So how do the European PlayStation announcements affect those of us living here in the U.S.? Well, a posting on the Sony PlayStation blog has all the answers. Here’s what you need to know:

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The new 160GB PS3 system will be introduced in the U.S. as part of a limited edition “The Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune” bundle which includes the console, a DUALSHOCK 3 wireless controller, the game “Uncharted:Drake’s Fortune”,  and a PlayStation Network voucher for PAIN. The 160GB limited edition bundle will launch in November for a price of $499.99.

Now with regards to the newly announce Sony PSP-3000, the portable game console will be introduced as part of two entertainment packs – the Ratchet & Clank: Size Matters PSP Entertainment Pack and the new PSP 4GB Memory Entertainment Pack which includes a 4GB Memory Stick PRO Duo card.

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Additional info on the new PSP-3000 from the blog posting:

  • “The LCD screen will have a wider color gamut and higher contrast ratio to deliver deeper, more vibrant colors, as well as anti-reflection technology so you can see the screen more clearly when playing outdoors. As you all know, the PSP’s screen is a key strength of the hardware, and this update adds an absolutely dazzling LCD screen to the handheld.
  • A built-in microphone allows for Skype calls and multi-player gaming communication directly from the hardware – eliminating the need for attaching a separate headset. “

The Ratchet & Clank Size Matters PSP Entertainment Pack will be launching in October for a price of $199.99 and will include a limited edition “Silver” PSP system, the game Ratchet & Clank Size Matters, a UMD movie, a PlayStation Network voucher to download echochrome, and a 1GB Memory Stick PRO Duo card. The 4GB Memory Entertainment Pack will also retail for $1999.99 and later this year, Sony plans on releasing a standalone PSP in the PSP Core Pack which will remain at $169.99.

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