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US PlayStation Store Update for March 5th: Tomb Raider, free Spec Ops: The Line for Plus members

Written by: Tom Morrison / 6 March 2013 / No Comments

There are 87 new content items featured in this week’s PlayStation Store Update, including digital versions of Tomb Raider, MLB 13: The Show and Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance. Spec Ops: The Line is the latest addition to PlayStation Plus’ Instant Game Collection while Plus members can also take advantage of the deep discounts (50% off) being offered on a range of PS Vita titles this week.

Other highlights include a demo for Tiger Woods PGA Tour 14 and the final piece of singleplayer DLC for Mass Effect 3.

You can browse through all this week’s new releases via the list below or directly on the PlayStation Web Store:

PlayStation Plus

Instant Game Collection: Spec Ops: The Line (PS3)
Discounts: PS Vita Anniversary Sale Week 2

PS3 Games

Tomb Raider Digital Edition ($59.99)
- The Tomb Raider Digital Edition bundle includes: The full Tomb Raider game, 3-pack bundle of the weapons Agent 47 uses in Hitman: Absolution, Shanty Town multiplayer map, which is a ramshackle area that features steep climbs, multiple ziplines for quick escapes, and deadly traps to set for your enemies, Tomb Raider Outfit Pack (A 3-pack bundle of outfits for Lara — the Hunter, Aviatrix and Guerilla outfits), Quantum Conundrum Full Game.
MLB The Show 13 ($59.99)
- MLB 13 The Show allows you to experience the MLB like never before. Improvements to Diamond Dynasty, Franchise and Road To The Show modes make MLB 13 The Show the most realistic baseball game ever, while the addition of all-new game modes expand gameplay options even further. If it can happen in baseball, you can experience it in The Show.
Atelier Ayesha: The Alchemist Of Dusk ($49.99)
- As another of period of dusk begins, in a region of the world where people are beginning to live humble lives once again: This land lacks the system of a governed nation, yet people live together, hand in hand. There, in an isolated workshop, lives a girl who makes a living by making medicine. This girl’s name is Ayesha. She used to live with her grandfather and younger sister, but after her grandfather passed away a few years ago, her sister also went missing. Now she is only left with her pet cow, and her solitude.
Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance ($59.99)
- METAL GEAR RISING: REVENGEANCE marks a departure METAL GEAR RISING: REVENGEANCE takes the renowned METAL GEAR franchise into exciting new territory by focusing on delivering an all-new action experience unlike anything that has come before.
Port Royale 3 Pirates & Merchants ($29.99)
- The Caribbean, in the turbulent 17th Century. The mighty kingdoms of Spain, England, France and the Netherlands fight over the colonies. And there you are, a young sea captain whose only goal is to become the most powerful man in the New World. To achieve that goal, you may choose one of the two available campaigns: will you become an Adventurer or a Trader?

PSN Games

BIT.TRIP Presents: Runner2: Future Legend of Rhythm Alien ($14.99)
- Runner2 is a rhythm-music, auto-running platformer with 5 exciting worlds, 125 tantalizing levels and 5 death defying BOSS battles! Play as 8 different characters and find secret areas to unlock new and zany costumes!
Fuel Overdose ($9.99)
- In a world where modern societies as we know them no longer exist, Fuel Overdose is bringing the action racing experience to a new level. Customizable weapons and vehicles, grappling hooks, climatic catastrophes as well as a whole fighting system are at your disposal to finish first. You’ll have to play hard, but also to play smart as every decision made before or during the race has an impact on your chances of success.
Germinator ($9.99)
- Germinator twists the bubble genre, wiping away match-three. Crash germ bubbles into those of the same color to combine, grow and explode into splattering goop. 150 story and puzzle levels, local multiplayer, unlimited arcade mode and crazy multi-colored bubble germ personalities will keep you cleaning house. Move controller support adds a messy good time!

PS Vita Games

Germinator ($9.99)
- Germinator twists the bubble genre, wiping away match-three. Crash germ bubbles into those of the same color to combine, grow and explode into splattering goop. 150 story and puzzle levels, local multiplayer, unlimited arcade mode and crazy multi-colored bubble germ personalities will keep you cleaning house. Move controller support adds a messy good time!
MLB The Show 13 ($35.99)
- MLB 13 The Show allows you to experience the MLB like never before. Improvements to Diamond Dynasty, Franchise and Road To The Show modes make MLB 13 The Show the most realistic baseball game ever, while the addition of all-new game modes expand gameplay options even further. If it can happen in baseball, you can experience it in The Show.

PlayStation Mobile

Switch Galaxy ($2.49)
- Switch Galaxy is an insanely addictive, fast-paced arcade challenge with gorgeous visuals and high quality audio. Weave your way past obstacles and enemies as you travel across the galaxy collecting Tantalum for Dakur Technology.

PS2 Classics

Midnight Club ($9.99)
- In secret gatherings around the world a mysterious group of urban streetracers, known as the Midnight Club, race for pride, power and glory in sleekly customized, tricked-out sportscars.
Midnight Club II ($9.99)
- The world’s most notorious drivers meet each night on the streets of LA, Paris, and Tokyo. Choose from the latest performance enhanced cars and bikes and compete head-to-head to make a name for yourself. There are no rules. Drive anywhere in the city. Find the fastest route to win. The cops know you are out there ‒ don’t get caught.

Bundles

Magic Orbz and Cuboid ($12.99)
- Magic Orbz offers a fresh spin on classic brick-breaking gameplay, in which players bust apart a 3D environment, piece by piece. Magic Orbz features trophy support and almost 50 levels to demolish and conquer. Cuboid is a stunning 3D puzzle game in which players navigate ancient ruins and lush environments, maneuvering a rectangular block through mystical exits. Cuboid’s 66 twisted levels will bend your mind with their addictive puzzles.
Mahjong Tales and Interpol ($12.99)
- Two Great Games for One Low Price: Mahjong Tales: A richly featured Mahjong game with 3 unique game modes: Story, Motion and Classic. Interpol: The Trail of Dr. ChaosTrack down the evil and destructive fugitive Dr. Chaos, as you discover hidden clues.
Germinator PS3 & PS Vita ($14.99)
- Germinator twists the bubble genre, wiping away match-three. Crash germ bubbles into those of the same color to combine, grow and explode into splattering goop. 150 story and puzzle levels, local multiplayer, unlimited arcade mode and crazy multi-colored bubble germ personalities will keep you cleaning house. Move controller support adds a messy good time!
When Vikings Attack! Special Edition ($12.99 ‒ Cross-Buy)
- For PlayStation 3 and PlayStation Vita. Invasion Defend the towns of Britain from an invasion of naughty Vikings in this frantic and funny arcade bash-em-up. Lead gangs of civilians into battle and toss whatever you can find at your hairy-faced foes; from road signs, to postboxes or even vehicles ‒ and stay fast on your feet to dodge deadly attacks from the cranky invaders.

PS3 Demos (Free)

Tiger Woods PGA Tour 14
- Step onto the course as golf legend Arnold Palmer and unlock Palmer in the full version of the game! This demo lets you experience the brand-new Oak Hill Country Club, test out the Legends of the Majors mode, new ball physics, and preview the LPGA Tour as brand-new golfer Lexi Thompson. Download today!
Germinator
BIT.TRIP Presents: Runner2: Future Legend of Rhythm Alien
Knytt Underground
- Knytt Underground is a unique platform adventure experience, delivering zen-like gameplay, vibrant environments and dynamic characters! Explore this mysterious world and a small section of the total 1,800 rooms, with this free demo!

PS Vita Demos (Free)

Germinator

Price Change

Hitman Absolution ‒ PS3 Game (now: $49.99 original price: $59.99)
Rock Band 3: Angels and Demons PS3 Add-On (now: $0.99 original price: $1.99)

Sales

Earth Defense Force 2017 ‒ PS Vita Game (now: $29.99 original price: $39.99)
Worms Revolution: Funfair Pack ‒ PS3 Add-On (now: $3.34 original price: $4.99)
Worms Revolution: Mars Pack ‒ PS3 Add-On (now: $3.34 original price: $4.99)
Worms Revolution: Medieval Pack ‒ PS3 Add-On (now: $3.34 original price: $4.99)
PS Vita Anniversary Sale (Week 2)

PS3 Add-ons

Angry Birds Trilogy
- Fowl Tempered Pack ($4.99)
Battlefield 3
- End Game AC ($14.99)
Capcom Arcade Cabinet
- 1985-1 Pack ($9.99)
- 1943 ‒ The Battle of Midway ($3.99)
- Avengers ($3.99)
Dance Magic
- Tracks Set 3 ($1.99)
DMC Devil May Cry
- Vergil’s Downfall ($8.99)
Dynasty Warriors 7 Empires
- Fantasy Castle Set ($3.99)
- Scenario and Accessories Set Pack 1 (Free)
Guardians of Middle Earth
- Barrow Wight Lord ($1.99)
- Saruman ($1.99)
- Survival Game Mode ($3.99)
Just Dance 4
- The Lazy Song ($2.99) ‒ Bruno Mars
- Gold Dust ($2.99) ‒ DJ Fresh
- Professor Pumplestick ($2.99) ‒ N. Phoenix & T.Bergersen
LittleBigPlanet 2
- LittleBigPlanet 2 BioShock Costume Pack ($2.99 ‒ Cross entitled with LBP PS Vita & LBP Karting)
Mass Effect 3
- Citadel ($14.99)
MLB The Show 13
- Online Pass ($9.99)
- Heal RttS Injury ($0.99)
- Road to The Show Training Points — 6,000 ($4.99)
- Road to The Show Training Points — 1,000 ($0.99)
- Franchise Budget Increase — 120 Million ($4.99)
- Franchise Budget Increase — 20 Million ($0.99)
- Diamond Dynasty Budget Increase — 30 Million ($4.99)
- Diamond Dynasty Budget Increase — 5 Million ($0.99)
- Diamond Dynasty Budget Increase — 75 Million ($9.99)
Ratchet & Clank: Full Frontal Assault
- Intergalactic Foot Soldier Pack ($1.99)
- Plushy Pack ($1.99)
- Monsters Pack ($1.99)
Resident Evil 6
- Siege Game Mode AC ($3.99)
- Stage Map Pack Bundle ($4.99)
Rock Band 3
- Always ($1.99) ‒ Blink-182
- Fragments ($0.99) ‒ an Unkindness
- Give It Away ($1.99) ‒ Red Hot Chili Peppers
- Kids in the Street ($1.99) ‒ All-American Rejects
- Last Call ($0.99) ‒ Sworn to Oath
- Shattered Satellites and Brutal Gods ($0.99) ‒ The Minotaur Project
- Superföhn Bananendate ($1.99) ‒ We Butter The Bread With Butter
- You Get What You Pay For ($1.99) ‒ Jason Charles Miller
RockSmith
- Blister in the Sun ($2.99) ‒ Violent Femmes
- Burnin for You ($2.99) ‒ Blue Oyster Cult
- Cult of Personality ($2.99) ‒ Living Colour
- Blue Oyster Cult Song Pack ($7.99)
Sniper Ghost Warrior 2
- M14 DLC (Free)
- Vintorez (Free)
Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D’s Decade Duels Plus
- Card Pack 15 ($1.99)
- Card Pack 16 ($1.99)
- Structure Deck 03 ($2.99)
- Super Pack 03 ($3.99)

PS Vita Add-ons

MLB The Show 13
- Online Pass ($9.99)
- Heal RttS Injury ($0.99)
- Road to The Show Training Points — 6,000 ($4.99)
- Road to The Show Training Points — 1,000 ($0.99)
- Franchise Budget Increase — 120 Million ($4.99)
- Franchise Budget Increase — 20 Million ($0.99)
Ragnarok Odyssey
- Headgear Set (Free)
- Music Set 7 (Free)
- Music Set 8 (Free)
- Music Set 9 (Free)