Following on from our previous interest in the, er, [I]art film[/I] capabilities of the PSP, it’s come to light that the first grumble flicks for the device are already on the shelves in Japan. Japanese company Taisei has released the first titles on its evocatively named Glay’z label. A spokesman for the company said that the PSP’s popularity amongst the 20 to 39 age bracket demographic had made publishing films for the device a no brainer, and that Taisei has more releases planned for the console soon.
Next week will see the release by Tokyo company HMP of some classics from its back catalogue, remastered to take advantage of the PSP’s widescreen capabilities.
Parents concerned about what their incredibly spoilt child is exposed to need not worry – the PSP has the facility for a parental block that will prevent mature rated films playing. But it works only provided the publishers of the movie rate them correctly. SCEI maintain that they have no control over the content of movies put onto UMD, despite the fact that the only factory where the discs can be manufactured in Japan is owned by Sony.
Keen armchair anglers over here in Europe will be delighted by the news that the films are already being listed on some import sites. And there’s good news also for those waiting patiently for the European PSP launch: HMP’s films will not be region locked at all, and Taisei’s will use the Region 2 that we share with Japan.
We’ll bring you more news on ways to enjoy gentlemanly pursuits with your PSP as we hear of them.
Next week will see the release by Tokyo company HMP of some classics from its back catalogue, remastered to take advantage of the PSP’s widescreen capabilities.
Parents concerned about what their incredibly spoilt child is exposed to need not worry – the PSP has the facility for a parental block that will prevent mature rated films playing. But it works only provided the publishers of the movie rate them correctly. SCEI maintain that they have no control over the content of movies put onto UMD, despite the fact that the only factory where the discs can be manufactured in Japan is owned by Sony.
Keen armchair anglers over here in Europe will be delighted by the news that the films are already being listed on some import sites. And there’s good news also for those waiting patiently for the European PSP launch: HMP’s films will not be region locked at all, and Taisei’s will use the Region 2 that we share with Japan.
We’ll bring you more news on ways to enjoy gentlemanly pursuits with your PSP as we hear of them.
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Joji 12 Jul 2005 15:01
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Ever heard of supply and demand? This is what this is. It's okay for Sony to be upset with themselves in a very Jejyll and Hyde way. Don't jump on you high horse when you, Sony sold them a licence to make UMD movies.
No matter how much the thought of japanese folk playing porn on a portable (just imagine the scene on a crowded japanese bus ride) in or out of your presence might please/displease you, if there is a market for it then why not?
This is what happens when you overshoot your target, Sony.
Next time you make a hand held Sony, focus on the games.
Should be interesting to see how well UMD porn sells over here, especially on europe. And just how would you market it?
No matter how much the thought of japanese folk playing porn on a portable (just imagine the scene on a crowded japanese bus ride) in or out of your presence might please/displease you, if there is a market for it then why not?
This is what happens when you overshoot your target, Sony.
Next time you make a hand held Sony, focus on the games.
Should be interesting to see how well UMD porn sells over here, especially on europe. And just how would you market it?