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Neo Angelique downloadable demo is shortest demo ever


Have a hankering for some bishonen to tend to your every need? Then, maybe a downloadable demo of Koei's upcoming Neo Angelique will satiate that urge. In this demo, you'll see a few anime guys try to win you over -- but after a few seconds of fanservice, the demo will abruptly end. It's not even a one night stand! Heck, it's barely a one minute stand! Pfft, these guys are so skeevy. To download the Japanese-only demo:

1. Download the demo zip file.
2. Extract the contents of the zip file.
3. Connect your PSP to your computer using a USB cable.
4. Go to the PSP/GAME folder.
5. Copy NPJH90010 folder into the GAME directory. Make sure there are no sub-directories in this folder.

Hitman Reborn! downloadable demo


Sorry we're a bit late on this one. We've been hosting it for a while, but only now did we have a chance to put it on the front page. Hopefully, we got this Japanese demo of the Reborn! game just in time for the Labor Day weekend. Enjoy!

1. Download the demo zip file.
2. Extract the contents of the zip file.
3. Connect your PSP to your computer using a USB cable.
4. Go to the PSP/GAME folder.
5. Copy NPJH90007 folder into the GAME directory. Make sure there are no sub-directories in this folder.

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Phantasy Star Portable downloadable demo


Yes! You must play this massive 300MB Japanese demo of Phantasy Star Portable. What are you waiting for?! Remember: the O button confirms in this demo. There will be quite a bit of Japanese text, so some knowledge of the language will help greatly. The demo contains character creation, CG cutscenes and is fully voiced. We can only hope that Sega announces an English language version of this game soon.

1. Download the demo zip file.
2. Extract the contents of the zip file.
3. Connect your PSP to your computer using a USB cable.
4. Go to the PSP/GAME folder.
5. Copy ULJM91014 folder into the GAME directory. Make sure there are no sub-directories in this folder.

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[Thanks, redbonefish! Via onehitgamer.com]

Naruto demo available exclusively in Qore next month

Doesn't Naruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm look absolutely stunning? Namco Bandai's PS3 exclusive anime fighter brings cel-shaded graphics to a whole new level. While the game isn't scheduled for release until the end of this year, subscribers to Qore will be able to get their hands on an exclusive playable demo next month. Even this early on, the game looks beautiful, with full 3D fights -- new to the Ultimate Ninja series.

Unfortunately, it doesn't appear the game will ship with online multiplayer. But, that's what the inevitable sequels are for, right?

[Thanks, Noshino!]

Valhalla Knights 2 downloadable demo


Time to get your Japanese skills back in action, as another downloadable Japanese demo is available for your enjoyment. Valhalla Knights 2 continues this PSP-exclusive RPG franchise. This demo should give you a small taste.

1. Download the demo zip file.
2. Extract the contents of the zip file.
3. Connect your PSP to your computer using a USB cable.
4. Go to the PSP/GAME folder.
5. Copy ULJS00138 folder into the GAME directory. Make sure there are no sub-directories in this folder.

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Carpenter's Story downloadable demo


It's time for the hammer-smashing fun of Carpenter's Story. This action-platformer has gone under the radar, but you can get a small taste of the game by downloading this new demo.

1. Download the demo zip file.
2. Extract the contents of the zip file.
3. Connect your PSP to your computer using a USB cable.
4. Go to the PSP/GAME folder.
5. Copy ULJS00141 folder into the GAME directory. Make sure there are no sub-directories in this folder.

Check out our demos site:
demos.pspfanboy.com

Haze demo available in the US tomorrow


Jealous of Europe's PlayStation Day demo of Haze? Don't worry -- Free Radical's upcoming PS3 FPS game will be available to test in tomorrow's weekly PSN update. The demo, which clocks in at about 1.4GB, features two-player split-screen action and four-player online co-op. Will the game live up to its incredible hype when the masses finally have a chance to play the demo?

Gallery: Haze

echochrome demo strikes US PSN tomorrow


The fine folks at SCEA wanted us to tell you that an echochrome demo will be available in tomorrow's Thursday PSN update. If you haven't been keeping updated, echochrome is a unique downloadable puzzle game that plays with perspective. Watch the trailer above to get a feel for the game.

A demo was released in Japan a few weeks ago. SCEA's Scott Goryl added: "Yes, this is the same demo that was available on the Japanese Store. Except, well, you know, with English." That's an added plus for many of you, we're sure.

Until then, check out our new updated gallery of the PS3 version.

Gallery: echochrome

Bleach: Heat the Soul 5 downloadable demo


BANKAI!!! Heat the Soul 5, the latest addition to the PSP-exclusive Bleach fighting series, is available for trial in this downloadable demo. None of the Heat the Soul games have been announced for US release, so this is the only way to try the game before importing it.

1. Download the demo zip file.
2. Extract the contents of the zip file.
3. Connect your PSP to your computer using a USB cable.
4. Go to the PSP/GAME folder.
5. Copy NPJG90020 folder into the GAME directory. Make sure there are no sub-directories in this folder.

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Haze demo strikes PS Store in early May


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Free Radical's upcoming PS3 FPS title, Haze, is going to strike the PSN with a downloadable demo in early May. The game, now set for a May 20th release in North America, will feature comprehensive single and multiplayer modes, including a 4-player co-op mode. There's not much else to say, since this game really has ebbed in and out of the spotlight for over a year. We know it all, we know it's been delayed, and we know a demo is coming before it releases. Just let us get it in our hands and we'll finally know this game actually exists and is complete.

[Via Joystiq]

Gallery: Haze

Dungeon Explorer downloadable demo

Here's an English language version of the Dungeon Explorer demo. Enjoy!

1. Download the demo zip file.
2. Extract the contents of the zip file.
3. Connect your PSP to your computer using a USB cable.
4. Go to the PSP/GAME folder.
5. Copy ULUS10289 folder into the GAME directory. Make sure there are no sub-directories in this folder.

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Astonishia Story 2 downloadable demo


Korean-developed Astonishia Story is getting yet another sequel on the PSP. Get a taste of this Korean language RPG demo by following the instructions below:

1. Download the demo zip file.
2. Extract the contents of the zip file.
3. Connect your PSP to your computer using a USB cable.
4. Go to the PSP/GAME folder.
5. Copy ULKS46142 folder into the GAME directory. Make sure there are no sub-directories in this folder.

[Thanks, Zach M.!]

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Umihara Kawase downloadable demo


What is Umihara Kawase? It's a platformer "starring a nineteen year old Japanese school girl of the same name, who has somehow become lost in a world of mutated salt-water and fresh-water creatures." And it's coming to PSP.

1. Download the demo zip file. [Click here for direct download from PSP.]
2. Extract the contents of the zip file.
3. Connect your PSP to your computer using a USB cable.
4. Go to the PSP/GAME folder.
5. Copy ULJS00137 folder into the GAME directory. Make sure there are no sub-directories in this folder.

Check out our demos site:
demos.pspfanboy.com

echochrome now available on Japanese PSN


Have a Japanese PSN account? Well, lucky you! You'll be pleased to see echochrome is now available on the Japanese PLAYSTATION Store. If you have a PSP, you're in even more luck. Our sister site, PSP Fanboy, has a free downloadable demo for you to try.

echochrome is a perspective-bending puzzle game, heavily influenced by Escher. It's due for a US release in the coming months.

echochrome downloadable demo


Here's your chance to get echochrome on your PSP. This demo will give you a small taste of this Escher-inspired perspective-bending puzzle game. The Triangle button will pause the game, allowing you to think. The X button will speed up the avatar. Simply experiment -- we're sure you'll do well!

1. Download the demo zip file. [Click here for direct download from PSP.]
2. Extract the contents of the zip file.
3. Connect your PSP to your computer using a USB cable.
4. Go to the PSP/GAME folder.
5. Copy NPJG90019 folder into the GAME directory. Make sure there are no sub-directories in this folder.

Check out our demos site:
demos.pspfanboy.com

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