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The PSP refuses to back down despite some claims of impending doom. Today (September 2, 2008), Sony Japan let loose a few details regarding future firmware updates to the handheld. These updates will focus mainly on the networking capabilities of the PSP instead of adding more trinkets to the Xross Media Bar (XMB). Luckily the update will work on all new and old PSP models.

PSP owners will finally be able to access the PlayStation Store without using the PS3’s remote play feature or a PC. Full games, demos, wallpapers and themes can be downloaded straight on the PSP through a wireless internet connection. While this feature eliminates the need for the PS3, another upgrade to the software further expands PSP-PS3 connectivity.

Some PSP titles offer online support in infrastructure mode (which basically means over the internet), and local-only ad-hoc mode. However the new firmware update will allow certain titles to take ad-hoc games online via the PS3. When linked up, the PS3 can be used for text and voice chatting as well as matchmaking. The only title that has been confirmed to take advantage of these features is Monster Hunter Portable 2nd G which is available in Japan.

Read [IGN] Via [ Daily Games News]

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