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Latest PlayStation Now Lineup Includes Oblivion and Dishonored
Over the holidays Sony is offering a free 7-day trial of PlayStation's online game-streaming service known as PS Now, which also features titles including Oblivion and Dishonored in their latest game lineup! 
Here's the full PS Now list of additions this month from PlayStation Now Senior Marketing Manager Brian Dunn, as follows:
New PS3 Games
Here's the full PS Now list of additions this month from PlayStation Now Senior Marketing Manager Brian Dunn, as follows:
New PS3 Games
- Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion
- Dishonored
- Brink
- Wet
- Rogue Warrior
- High Stakes on the Vegas Strip: Poker Edition
- Active Soccer 2 DX
- Arcania Complete Tale (upgrade from PS3 ver)
- Battle Worlds: Kronos
- Bound by Flame (upgrade from PS3 ver)
- Brick Breaker
- Dungeons 2
- Industry Giant 2
- Shadwen
- Siegecraft Commander
- Sparkle Unleashed
- Super Dungeon Bros
- Tetraminos
- Zotrix
Mega Man 11 PlayStation 4 Trailer, Capcom Confirms 2018 PS4 Release
Capcom confirmed today that Mega Man 11 is heading to PlayStation 4 in late 2018 while releasing an official PS4 announcement trailer video with details below! 
Although Mega Man 2 on the oldskool NES console is still my fav, here's what to expect when the Blue Bomber returns in his newest side-scrolling 2.5D adventure late next year straight from Capcom Social Media Specialist Kellen Haney, to quote:
Message from Dr. Light... 20XX has never looked better. After many unforgettable fights for everlasting peace, Capcom’s beloved Blue Bomber is making a triumphant return in Mega Man 11 on PlayStation 4 in late 2018!
There are few iconic video game heroes with a legacy as legendary as Mega Man’s. It’s been 30 years since the original 8-bit classic first released and made its mark on the side-scrolling action genre, influencing games for years to come, and even still today.
As a new entry to the classic series created by a talented, veteran development team at Capcom, the tight side-scrolling action-platformer gameplay fans have come to expect makes a return while completely revolutionizing the game on PS4. Get ready to jump and shoot your way through uniquely designed stages in any order you choose before tackling all-new bosses and claiming their weapons as your own!
The core gameplay that Mega Man fans expect is met with an all-new visual direction with the introduction of a 2.5D style featuring 3D character models and beautifully hand-drawn environments that mark a huge leap forward for the series. Its Mega Man like you’ve never seen him before, complete with a new look that retains his instantly recognizable style while giving him a fresh, modern design.
Looks like Mega Man is taking more than fashion cues from his enemies, too. It’s well-known that our hero changes colors when he switches to different weapons obtained from defeated Robot Master bosses, but take a close look at the trailer. In Mega Man 11, you’ll see he now takes on characteristics of bosses he’s foiled when wielding their weapons!
Mega Man 11 has plenty for both new fans and series veterans to enjoy! Classic characters, including Mega Man’s canine companion Rush, will make their return to help Mega Man along the way. A variety of difficulty options are...
Although Mega Man 2 on the oldskool NES console is still my fav, here's what to expect when the Blue Bomber returns in his newest side-scrolling 2.5D adventure late next year straight from Capcom Social Media Specialist Kellen Haney, to quote:
Message from Dr. Light... 20XX has never looked better. After many unforgettable fights for everlasting peace, Capcom’s beloved Blue Bomber is making a triumphant return in Mega Man 11 on PlayStation 4 in late 2018!
There are few iconic video game heroes with a legacy as legendary as Mega Man’s. It’s been 30 years since the original 8-bit classic first released and made its mark on the side-scrolling action genre, influencing games for years to come, and even still today.
As a new entry to the classic series created by a talented, veteran development team at Capcom, the tight side-scrolling action-platformer gameplay fans have come to expect makes a return while completely revolutionizing the game on PS4. Get ready to jump and shoot your way through uniquely designed stages in any order you choose before tackling all-new bosses and claiming their weapons as your own!The core gameplay that Mega Man fans expect is met with an all-new visual direction with the introduction of a 2.5D style featuring 3D character models and beautifully hand-drawn environments that mark a huge leap forward for the series. Its Mega Man like you’ve never seen him before, complete with a new look that retains his instantly recognizable style while giving him a fresh, modern design.
Looks like Mega Man is taking more than fashion cues from his enemies, too. It’s well-known that our hero changes colors when he switches to different weapons obtained from defeated Robot Master bosses, but take a close look at the trailer. In Mega Man 11, you’ll see he now takes on characteristics of bosses he’s foiled when wielding their weapons!
Mega Man 11 has plenty for both new fans and series veterans to enjoy! Classic characters, including Mega Man’s canine companion Rush, will make their return to help Mega Man along the way. A variety of difficulty options are...
Rebug 4.82.1 with Cobra 7.54 LITE PS3 CFW and Toolbox 2.02.15
Since their previous updates earlier this year and Sony's recent PS3 4.82 OFW release, today @Joonie of Team Rebug returns with Rebug 4.82.1 with Cobra 7.54 LITE (CEX / REX) PS3 CFW and Toolbox 2.02.15! 
Download: Official – Rebug 4.82.1 – Cobra 7.54 – LITE – Toolbox 2.02.15 – Dec 4th. 2017 / REBUG_4.82.1_LITE_NoBD_PS3UPDAT.zip (192.78 MB) / REBUG_4.82.1_LITE_NoBD_PS3UPDAT.zip (Mirror) / Cobra GIT / Rebug Toolbox GIT
From their blog: LATEST REBUG FIRMWARE BUILDS
Download: Official – Rebug 4.82.1 – Cobra 7.54 – LITE – Toolbox 2.02.15 – Dec 4th. 2017 / REBUG_4.82.1_LITE_NoBD_PS3UPDAT.zip (192.78 MB) / REBUG_4.82.1_LITE_NoBD_PS3UPDAT.zip (Mirror) / Cobra GIT / Rebug Toolbox GIT
From their blog: LATEST REBUG FIRMWARE BUILDS
- LITE Cobra 7.54 EDITION – INSTALL ON CEX PS3 SYSTEM REBUG 4.82.1 LITE EDITION – Dec. 4th 2017
- REBUG_4.82.1_LITE_PS3UPDAT.PUP: c5da00d59e4d1a7aa599e5d0e21415f8
- REBUG_4.82.1_LITE_NoBD_PS3UPDAT.PUP: D3D0C0D7484D87F6292143BB86DC83C4
- Improved system performance and stability (This system software update improves the quality of the system performance by 4 times (4.78~4.82) according to SONY)
- c00 demo content unlocker (c00 demo contents can be unlocked without activation)
- Syscall 15 added for Standard mode (Allow execution of any LV2 internal functions)
- Temperature Display on PS2 Emulator (CPU/RSX temperature can now be displayed while playing PS2 games on non-BC PS3)
- REBUG TOOLBOX 2.02.15 (PS2 Netemu toggler for COBRA 7.54 and the multi language support)
- COBRA 7.54 Added (Change notes available via Git repo)
- webMAN MOD support (webMAN MOD can only be accessible via Stand-alone PKG)
- Proper Polish font support (Full Polish Character support for XMB/PS2 Emu)
- CFW_settings support (XMB icons for simple CFW tasks available )
- XMBM+ Compatibility (XMB Manager Plus developed by Team XMBM now supported via standalone pkgs.)
- OFW 4.82 support (Due to the recent research by Team PS3Xploit, REBUG CFW can now be installed over OFW 4.82...
PS2 Legacy Dashboard Dynamic PS4 Theme Demos by Truant Pixel
If you've been around long enough to remember Sony's PlayStation 2, you may be interested in checking out this PS2 Legacy Dashboard Dynamic PS4 Theme by Truant Pixel with some demo videos of it below!
It was created for Sony Interactive Entertainment, and according to the developer will be available from December 6th in US and EU for 2.99 in the PlayStation Store.
Download: EP9000-CUSA07875_00-PSLEGACYTHEME001.pkg (13.5 MB) via Sametto Chan on his Discord Channel
From the video's caption, to quote: Legacy Dashboard Dynamic Theme by Truant Pixel
Created for Sony Interactive Entertainment. Available December 6 in US and EU for 2.99
We are pleased to bring you this theme, created with input from SIE US, Japan, and Naughty Dog.
After multiple prototypes over the last 2 years, each of which were designed to mimic functional aspects of the PS2 Dashboard, we have been given the opportunity to combine multiple disparate elements into a single piece of theme software which mimics the sights, sounds, and functionality of the PlayStation 2 Dashboard.
Upon starting up, users are treated fully recreated 'boot' sequence. PlayStation 2 logo cannot be used due to licensing restrictions, so we have taken an opportunity to create a mid-boot 'Easter Egg,' which changes randomly with every login.
From there, the "Seven Stars" make an appearance, coalescing from random points to recreate the mathematical and dynamic formations to accompany the passage of time, similarly recreated from the original PlayStation 2 bios in the form of the Crystal Clock.
Color shifting is now controlled via user input, with subtle shifts in particle speed and behavior. Additionally, original audio has been taken from the PS2 hardware and recreated in the background ambience and custom keynotes for this theme.
Lastly, as is our standard, this theme has been designed for 1080p, 4k/UHD, and OLED displays.
PS2 Legacy Dynamic theme “Making Of”
A "making of" video of our PlayStation Legacy...
It was created for Sony Interactive Entertainment, and according to the developer will be available from December 6th in US and EU for 2.99 in the PlayStation Store.
Download: EP9000-CUSA07875_00-PSLEGACYTHEME001.pkg (13.5 MB) via Sametto Chan on his Discord Channel
From the video's caption, to quote: Legacy Dashboard Dynamic Theme by Truant Pixel
Created for Sony Interactive Entertainment. Available December 6 in US and EU for 2.99
We are pleased to bring you this theme, created with input from SIE US, Japan, and Naughty Dog.
After multiple prototypes over the last 2 years, each of which were designed to mimic functional aspects of the PS2 Dashboard, we have been given the opportunity to combine multiple disparate elements into a single piece of theme software which mimics the sights, sounds, and functionality of the PlayStation 2 Dashboard.
Upon starting up, users are treated fully recreated 'boot' sequence. PlayStation 2 logo cannot be used due to licensing restrictions, so we have taken an opportunity to create a mid-boot 'Easter Egg,' which changes randomly with every login.
From there, the "Seven Stars" make an appearance, coalescing from random points to recreate the mathematical and dynamic formations to accompany the passage of time, similarly recreated from the original PlayStation 2 bios in the form of the Crystal Clock.
Color shifting is now controlled via user input, with subtle shifts in particle speed and behavior. Additionally, original audio has been taken from the PS2 hardware and recreated in the background ambience and custom keynotes for this theme.
Lastly, as is our standard, this theme has been designed for 1080p, 4k/UHD, and OLED displays.
PS2 Legacy Dynamic theme “Making Of”
A "making of" video of our PlayStation Legacy...
Snow Fortress Joins New PlayStation 4 Digital Releases Next Week
Just in time for December snowfall and shoveling, Snow Fortress is among the new PlayStation 4 digital releases heading to PS4 next week.
Snow Fortress is a VR snow fort building and battle game where players can relive their childhood by building snow forts and preparing for epic snowball fights!
Here's a summary of what else is coming to PlayStation next week courtesy of Sony Social Media Senior Specialist Ryan Clements:
New Releases: Week of December 5, 2017
Snow Fortress is a VR snow fort building and battle game where players can relive their childhood by building snow forts and preparing for epic snowball fights!
Here's a summary of what else is coming to PlayStation next week courtesy of Sony Social Media Senior Specialist Ryan Clements:
New Releases: Week of December 5, 2017
- A Hat in Time - PS4 — Digital
- Battlestar Galactica Deadlock - PS4 — Digital (Out 12/8)
- Boiling Bolt - PS4 — Digital
- Chaos on Deponia - PS4 — Digital (Out 12/6)
- Dead Rising 4: Frank’s Big Package - PS4 — Digital, Retail
- Horizon Zero Dawn Complete Edition - PS4 — Digital, Retail
- Invector - PS4 — Digital (Out 12/7)
- Jak II (PS2) - PS4 — Digital (Out 12/6)
- Jak 3 (PS2) - PS4 — Digital (Out 12/6)
- Jak X: Combat Racing (PS2) - PS4 — Digital (Out 12/6)
- Justice League VR: The Complete Experience - PS VR — Digital
- Let Them Come - PS4 — Digital
- LocoRoco 2 Remastered - PS4 — Digital (Out 12/9)
- Mitch: Berry Challenge - PS4 — Digital
- NeverEnd - PS4 — Digital (Out 12/6)
- Oh My Godheads - PS4 — Digital
- Snow Fortress - PS4 — Digital
- Squareboy vs. Bullies: Arena Edition - PS4 — Digital (Out 12/6)
- Steep Winter Games Edition - PS4 — Digital, Retail
- Tokyo Xanadu eX+ - PS4 — Digital (Out 12/8)
- The Walking Dead: A Telltale Series Collection - PS4 — Digital, Retail
- Miguel – War & Leisure
- U2 – Songs of Experience
- Roy Woods – Say Less
- Stronger
- Victoria & Abdul
- Cash Cab- December 4 at 10/9c (Discovery)
- The Long Road Home- December 7 at 10/9c (National Geographic)
- The Walking Dead- December 10 at 9/8c (AMC)