Sony has confirmed a number of cross-platform features for the launch games of its upcoming PS Vita handheld that will carry across to its PlayStation 3 console.
Several of the PS Vita's launch games will come with promotional offers, which mean that PS3 owners can receive copies of games for both consoles.
The promotion isn't just meant to build up goodwill with Vita buyers, but also a clever way to promote the handheld's capabilities for connectivity with Sony's flagship PlayStation 3 home console.
Notable releases featured in this promotion include
Hustle Kings,
Wipeout 2048 and
Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3. Those users who buy the downloadable version of
Hustle Kings for PS Vita will automatically receive the PS3 version for free, and vice versa.
DLC for
Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 can also be carried across for free between the two systems, while users who buy
MotorStorm RC will be able to play it on both PS Vita and PS3 with a single purchase.
The biggest deal, however, comes with the purchase of
Wipeout 2048 -- anyone who buys the game for PS Vita will be able to download the
WipEout HD and
HD Fury DLC for free (as long as they already own the original games for PS3), and also get other
Wipeout 2048 DLC at no cost.
The PS Vita is due to launch in the U.S. on February 22, although first edition bundles were available this week. Consumer outlet reviewers
have already posted varied opinions over its potential.
