New Guitar Hero III DLC

It appears that the music industry has found a new way to both promote and sell its content. Bands are now starting to release their upcoming tracks using music rhythm games like Guitar Hero and Rock Band . The latest group to do this is the hard rock band Def Leppard, who will be releasing their newest single Nine Lives five days before their upcoming album Songs from the Sparkle Lounge hits store on April 29 ^th . If you haven't figured it out yet, that means it will be available to download for Guitar Hero III on April 24 ^th .

The song is part of a new Def Leppard three-song track pack, which will also include live versions of Photograph and Rock of Ages , from their multi-platinum album, Pyromania . Joe Elliot, Def Leppard's lead singer sai d, “Being involved with Guitar Hero is very exciting for us and adds a whole new layer of appreciation.” The track pack will be available on the Xbox Live Marketplace, for Xbox 360, and on the Playstation Store, for Playstation 3.

Mad Catz making Rock Band & GH controller accessories

Speaking of Guitar Hero and Rock Band , Mad Catz announced today that it has entered into a multi-year licensing agreement with Coffin Case Company (also known as Coffin Case) to manufacture, market and sell official Coffin Case branded accessories for Guitar Hero and Rock Band controllers. These accessories will include carrying cases for the guitar and drum controllers, as well as video game accessory cases, guitar straps and “other” accessories for Guitar Hero and Rock Band . No word yet, on when those accessories will be available.

Prince Caspian gameplay trailer

Courtesy of Disney Interactive Studios, we've got a new gameplay trailer from the official video game for Disney's upcoming movie The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian . Take a look at what the actual gameplay will look like in-game.

Playstation Store update

Now that the Playstation Store is back online, we can go back to doing our regular updates. And so, here is this week's Playstation Store update.

Downloadable Games

Gran Turismo 5 Prologue ($39.99 USD and CAD)

The best-selling racing franchise returns with the intense precursor to Gran Turismo 5 , featuring over 60 cars from worldwide car manufacturers. With an all-new interior dash view, online racing with up to 16 players, Drift mode and more, Gran Turismo 5 Prologue unveils revolutionary advancements that deliver the ultimate racing experience.
ESRB Rated E
File size: 1.78 GB

Add-on Game Content

Warhawk Broken Mirror Pack ($7.99 USD/$8.99 CAD)

Download the Operation: Broken Mirror Booster Pack and increase the effectiveness of your team’s ground assaults with the new Armored Personnel Carrier and the Vaporfield Glacier Battlefield!
File size: 131 MB

Warhawk Booster Combo ($11.99 USD/$12.99 CAD)

Booster Combo includes the Warhawk Operation: Omega Dawn and Operation: Broken Mirror Booster Packs.
File size: 274 MB

Super Stardust HD Solo ($4.99 USD/$5.99 CAD)

Your solar system is under attack! Download Super Stardust HD Solo for an exhilarating single player experience. Enjoy bigger explosions, extended music tracks, completely remastered sound effects and three new game modes – Endless, Survival and Time Attack. This is an upgrade pack for Super Stardust HD. You must already own the full title to make use of this upgrade. (available since 4/15)
File size: 277 KB

Lair - Dragons and Control Pack (free)

Download the Lair - Dragons and Control Pack and experience an enhanced level of scorching and smashing with TWO NEW playable dragons, Analog Flight Control via the dual analog sticks, and DUALSHOCK 3 rumble support. (available since 4/15)
File size: 245 MB

Rock Band

Build your Rock Band library by purchasing these song game tracks. For song credits, visit www.RockBand.com.

Still Alive - GLaDOS and Jonathan Coulton (free)

Harmonix Pack 1 ($3.99 CAD) - Harmonix Pack 1 includes Rock Rebellion by Bang Camaro, Shake by Count Zero, and Sprode by Freezepop. All three tracks are also available separately for $0.99 USD/$1.99 CAD each.

Classic Rock Pack 1 ($6.49 CAD) - Classic Rock Pack 1 includes Call Me by Blondie, Simple Man by Lynyrd Skynyrd, and Message In A Bottle by The Police. All three tracks are also available separately for $1.99 USD/$2.99 CAD each.
File sizes: 18 MB - 37.6 MB (singles), 93.6 MB - 93.7 MB (track packs).

Game Demos (free)

UEFA EURO 2008 Demo

Download the demo for UEFA EURO 2008 and experience the only official game of the UEFA European Championships 2008! Challenge Europe’s best and take your team to championship glory.
ESRB Rated E
File size: 988 MB

Game Videos (free)

Warhawk Broken Mirror Trailer

Download the Warhawk Operation: Broken Mirror trailer today and learn how to increase the effectiveness of your team’s ground assaults with the new Armored Personnel Carrier and the Vaporfield Glacier Battlefield!
File size: 71 MB (HD)

Condemned 2: Bloodshot Making Of The TV Spot

A behind the scenes look at how Sega developed their horrific TV advertising for Condemned 2: Bloodshot .
File size: 198 MB (SD)

HAZE Mantel Corporate Vision

See the Mantel Difference. Meet David Bloomfield, CEO of Mantel Global Industries. This passionate leader explains the vision of his great company. Join Mantel. Fight the good fight.
File size: 55.6 MB (HD)

This is Vegas Annoucement Trailer

Live your Vegas Fantasy. Take a tour through THIS IS VEGAS with this outrageous teaser trailer.
File size: 29 MB (HD)

GT5 Prologue Friendly Fires Video

The best-selling racing franchise returns with the intense precursor to Gran Turismo 5, featuring over 60 cars from worldwide car manufacturers. With an all-new interior dash view, online racing, Drift mode and more, Gran Turismo 5 Prologue unveils revolutionary advancements that deliver the ultimate racing experience. Download the latest trailer featuring the song “On Board” by Friendly Fires from the game’s soundtrack. (available since 4/15)
File size: 54 MB (1080)

GT5 Prologue Beyond the Apex Trailer

Download the trailer for the HD feature Beyond the Apex, exclusive to the Blu-ray disc version of the game. The full documentary gives a behind-the-scenes look at the history of Gran Turismo, the making of Gran Turismo 5 Prologue , and much more. (available since 4/15)
File size: 87 MB (1080)

Movie and Blu-ray Disc Trailers (free)

Pineapple Express

Next summer, the guys who brought you Superbad reunite for the action-comedy Pineapple Express .
File size: 29.5 MB (SD) 110 MB (HD), 138 MB (1080)

PS3 Themes (free)

Warhawk Theme (x2)

Customize your PS3 system with a cool Warhawk theme. This theme allows you to change up the look of your background and XMB icons. Download today!
File size: 7.37 - 7.56 MB

Lair Mokai Theme

Customize your PS3 system with a cool Lair Mokai theme. This theme allows you to change up the look of your background and XMB icons. Download today!
File size: 3.52 MB

Here is this week’s content release for the PLAYSTATION Store for PC. To download these games to your PSP, navigate to http://store.playstation.com. There, you’ll find descriptions of the content and directions on how to get started. For more on the PLAYSTATION Store for PC, please click here.

Game Videos (free)

* GT5 Prologue Friendly Fires Video
* GT5 Prologue Beyond the Apex Trailer