The long wait is over, mostly. Sony has finally begun the process of restoring PlayStation Network services, starting with online multiplayer functionality.

The service has been down since April 20, after a security breach resulted in some of users’ account information being compromised. Sony decided to rebuild the network completely in response, and all PSN and Qriocity services have been down since.

The service’s return comes with a PS3 system update, requiring all users to change account passwords. Sony promises that the PlayStation Store will return soon.  

Check out the announcement video after the break, and a map chronicling service restoration at Sony’s blog. READ MORE

At last night’s event in San Francisco, NIS America announced their upcoming releases, as well as shared more information for previously-announced Disgaea 4 and Cave Story 3D. The rundown:

Atelier Totori (PS3): The sequel to Atelier Rorona. The series is known for its alchemy system of item creation. Out this fall. 

Bleach: Soul Resurreccion (PS3): Based on the manga and anime, this action game is slated for a summer release.

Cladun X2 (PSP): This one’s a follow-up to Cladun: This is an RPG, a game we enjoyed when it released last year. Releasing in the next few months as a PSN exclusive.

They also put out a new trailer for Disgaea 4 (out September), which we’ve conveniently slipped past the break. READ MORE

Don’t mind the virtual dust! We’re working on a new look for the site, and we’re almost ready to pull the switch. Our content has evolved since our last revision, and the changes should make our content work much better!

Then, you know, E3. Things are about to get crazy.

This weekend, we have a trailer for Nintendo’s The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D. It makes a point that it is both a legend and in 3D, which we hope you knew before watching the trailer. Still, it’s Zelda footage, so check it out after the break. READ MORE