
It’s been too long since I’ve posted to PlayStation.Blog…but soon you’ll see why! We recently joined Spike’s Geoff Keighley on the latest episode of GTTV tonight to show off some cool new Carmelita gameplay in addition to a very special announcement: Sly Cooper is coming to PS Vita this fall!
First off, a look at new gameplay. As every Sly fan knows, Sly Cooper and Carmelita Fox have a long and torrid history — a history that’s destined to continue in Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time. The game picks up where Sly 3 left off, and Sly is feigning amnesia so he can be with the love of his life, Carmelita. But when he rejoins the Cooper Gang on their time-traveling escapade to restore his family’s legacy, you can be sure Carmelita will quickly become embroiled in their wild adventure.
Carmelita is radiant on the PS3, and the powerful graphics hardware allowed us to make her much more detailed and expressive than in the past titles on PS2. She is, of course, a fully playable character in Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time and so we also spent a lot of time evolving her gameplay. We have gone with a more precise over-the-shoulder aiming technique that allows players to lock on the targets quickly and easily. You can see how this can be put to good use in the multi-layered boss battle.
Now for more big news! Ever since we revealed the game, fans have been asking me about PS Vita, arguing that Sly would be a great game to take on the go. I completely agree…and I can now confirm that Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time will be shipping this fall on BOTH the PS3 and the PS Vita, on the same day.
The portable version will contain all the same awesome Sly Cooper action you will find on the PS3 along with cool Vita-specific features that incorporate the front and rear touchscreens and motion controls. The game will also feature cross-save capability, so you’ll be able to save the game from either machine and then pick up right where you left off — whether you’re at home or on the go.
So there you go! We are thrilled to finally show Carmelita in action — she’s a big fan favorite and I know everyone will love how she looks and plays in the latest installment of the series — and to be announcing the PS Vita version of the game. It’s been a crazy ride over the last few months, but when we see the results we know it was worth it. :D So stay tuned for more PS Vita details including date and price coming very soon.
This is amazing news !! Pleeeeeeeeese give us a bundle on this!!
Very nice! I’m gonna go with the ps3 version though
How am I going to decide which one to get!?
@31: It’s not Cross Play (even though I mistakenly referred to the same situation as Cross Play). Cross Play is when you buy it ONCE and get to play on both. This supports CROSS PLATFORM SAVES, just like it says in the video. And is as it sounds, where your save files can be used cross platform.
They should have made terms more clear, it’s easy to mix them up. Since ‘Cross Play’ fits well with most of the stuff.
These games should be sold as one and playable on both PS3 and Vita. Not as a bundle but as a Blu-ray/digital pack.
This just further prevents me from picking up a Vita. There is no way in hell I am going to purchase two copies of all upcoming games that feature PS3/Vita play.
lets see what happens…
I do not own a PS3 so I will buy this game no problem. Thanks for bringing it to the Vita. You have my support.
Any chance that you guys know if Sony will allow the same kind of deal they gave those who bought MLB The Show 12 on both systems? Also, really hoping a Collector’s Edition or something is announced at e3. Since BioShock was bumped to next year, this is now my most anticipated fall release along with Borderlands ^_^
To specify the deal, I think you got $20 bucks off if you bought The Show 12 on both the ps3 and vita on the same recepit lol
Gepau, PS Plus is not required for cross game saves between Vita and PS3. Although I agree it would be nice to offer both games as a package deal (like blu-ray and digital copy), it’s not likely to happen, and that’s not due to “Mr. Elgan”. That’s Sony’s decision alone. The best we are looking at here is probably a $20 retail discount if you buy both versions.
Broodwars, I wouldn’t say this isn’t what Vita needs. PSP never had this = day and date releases on both the console and portable. It’s changing it up in a better way. I want new IPs and all of that, but it’s nice to have these types of things too. Heck, I would absolutely love to see Sony do the same thing with LBP Karting and PS All-Stars.
You guys blew my mind today! This is incredible news for us Vita owners. I’ve been thinking that the Vita sorely needs a full blown Ratchet, J&D, or Sly platformer to come out. I would be totally happy with any of their HD collections on my Vita since I have not purchased them for my PS3. Instead, not only do we get a Sly game for our Vita but it’s the PS3 version on the same day. Those of you complaining about too many ‘ports’ from PS3 games need to chill out. The developers aren’t waiting 2 years to give us a Vita version of Thieves in Time. So this is technically a BRAND NEW Sly game for your Vita. For those who want to buy both PS3/PSV versions of the game, then go for it. I was on the fence for purchasing Thieves in Time for the PS3, since there are too many games coming out this Fall, but I will absolutely pick up the Vita version. For those who only own a Vita this is a big win for you to have this new, epic Sly game on that amazing handheld!
Guys, this is amazing. Please detail a bundle to get both the Vita and PS3 copy! Please!
Please tell me you guys got the voice actress from Sly 1 or 2 for Carmelita! The voice for her in Sly 3 was just so out of place.
@53. Cross play (aka Cross Platform Play) has nothing to do with buying it once and getting it both. It’s as the name indicates.. cross play. It means that the two titles on different systems can interact in a way that usually deals with the internet (such as save files or multiplayer). That is all.
best- neWS- EVER!!!
this is just pure awesome news
Any way to get a bundle on this?
my first choice is the PS3 version to see the gorgeous visuals on my big screen, but if there is a bundle i will bite!
WHAT ABOUT THE SLY COLLECTION ON VITA!!!!!! THAT WOULD BE NICE TOO SINCE YOU CAN’T JUST HAVE 1 SLY GAME ON ANY CONSOLE OR HANDHELD!!!!!!! NOT TRYING TO PUT ANY PRESSURE JUST SAYIN!!!!!!
hehe – I agree, it would be cool.