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Sat, Jul 28, 2012 | 16:49 BST

Disney Princesses Costume Packs heading to LittleBigPlanet 2

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Those looking for new attire for their Sackboy, should be pleased to know dresses are on the horizon. According to the PS Blog, eight princess outfits will arrive for LittleBigPlanet 2 next month via Disney Princesses Costume Packs. Just think: soon you’ll be able to dress your burlap doll as Belle, Aurora, Tiana, Cinderella, Rapunzel, Jasmine, Snow White or even Ariel. The first pack arrives next week on July 31 in the US and August 1 in the UK and contains Aurora, Cinderella, Jasmine and Snow White. The remaining princesses will be released in the Disney Princesses Costume Pack 2, just a couple of weeks later. Here’s a larger version of the artwork.

Tue, Jun 26, 2012 | 21:49 BST

Media Molecule hiring for “next AAA title”

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Media Molecule is hiring people to fill “a small, multi-discipline team very early in the process,” of a new “AAA project.” That’s not all though, the firm is also working on an “exciting new projects,” and yet another listing has the firm hiring for “different projects on different platforms”. Sounds like Vita and PS3 goodies in the works there, doesn’t it? Lots of hiring going on at MM, and if you have experience as a Gameplay Programmer, UI Designer, 3D Animator, Audio Programmer or Lead Audio Designer, you may wish to apply. Thanks, OPM.

Wed, Jun 06, 2012 | 03:35 BST

LittleBigPlanet Vita due in autumn

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According to Andriasang, Famitsu has LittleBigPlanet Vita down for a northern autumn release. That’s the Japanese launch but it lines up with the third quarter guidelines we’ve been given in the past. The portable spin off can’t be too far off as Sony is talking about a new DLC pack for the PlayStation 3 version which will allow users on both consoles to play together, and a new beta is underway. New screens through the break.

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Tue, Jun 05, 2012 | 04:34 BST

LittleBigPlanet Karting fronts cheerful E3 trailer

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We didn’t hear much about LittleBigPlanet Karting during Sony’s E3 presser, but you can look upon its latest trailer through the break.

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Thu, May 24, 2012 | 18:49 BST

Go behind the scenes with the making of LBP Vita

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Sony has posted a “making-of” video for LBP Vita. The featurette basically gives you a peek behind the curtain of the game complete with footage and the developers chatting about the costumes, levels and whatnot. The game is expected to go into beta soon, with invites coming “soon,” as well. Box art is below.

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Tue, Apr 17, 2012 | 03:21 BST

LittleBigPlanet 2 update adds new community features

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Media Molecule has tweaked a number of community features in littleBigPlanet 2 in order to reduce negativity and encourage collaboration.

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Tue, Mar 27, 2012 | 19:58 BST

Journey costume and sticker pack hitting LBP2 next month

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Media Molecule has announced the Deep Sea Diver Pack featuring a diver, edible crab, anglerfish and pufferfish costumes will be available later today through PSN and tomorrow through the UK store for LBP2. Next month, a Journey costume and sticker pack will also be made available. Hit the link for pricing and wallpaper of the header image.

Thu, Mar 22, 2012 | 16:11 GMT

LBP Karting to launch this year on PS3, first video

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Sony has announced LittleBigPlanet Karting, developed by United Front Games, will launch this year on PS3 providing fans a new means to” Play, Create, Share” in competitive and cooperative karting adventures in various 3D environments. A video has also been released and is posted below.

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Wed, Feb 08, 2012 | 10:02 GMT

LitleBigPlanet Karting is “real,” first promo image emerges

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Following a report based on a tweet from a US retailer last night, the first, grainy promo image of LittleBigPlanet Karting has appeared.

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Thu, May 24, 2012 | 18:44 BST

LittleBigPlanet franchise has over 6 million user-generated levels and games

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Sony has announced more than 6 million user-generated games and levels have been uploaded onto the PlayStation Network for the LittleBigPlanet franchise. To celebrate the milestone, XDev Studio Europe posted the latest LBP newsletter on the EU PS Blog, along with a reminder for the Vita Room event happening in London from February 17 through through February 23. The event allows attendees to get hands-on time with the new device as well as LBP Vita. The new handheld launches February 22.

Sat, Jan 21, 2012 | 21:54 GMT

Muppets Premium Level Kit hits LittleBigPlanet 2 next week

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Media Molecule has announced the Muppets Premium Level Kit will be released for LittleBigPlanet 2 next week.

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Tue, Jan 17, 2012 | 04:40 GMT

LittleBigPlanet notches up 6 million custom levels

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Media Molecule’s three LittleBigPlanet games have together marked a significant milestone.

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Fri, Jan 06, 2012 | 21:33 GMT

Media Molecule spends £4.1 million on R&D to squelch dependence on LBP

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Media Molecule stated in its annual report that its main business risks came “largely as a result of the company’s heavy reliance” on the LittleBigPlanet brand.

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Thu, Nov 03, 2011 | 14:40 GMT

Ezio costume for Sackboy hitting LBP2 on November 15

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Media Molecule has announced that on November 15, a new Ezio costume for Sackboy will be made available in LittleBigPlanet 2 to help celebrate the launch of Assassin’s Creed: Revelations. You can have a larger look at the cute fella below.

The studio has also made Sackboy styled wallpapers for Uncharted 3, and posted a reminder to Drakeify your fella with the costume currently up for grabs through the store.

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Wed, Oct 26, 2011 | 15:41 BST

LittleBigPlanet 2: Special Edition and Move bundle announced for US

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Sony has announced a LittleBigPlanet 2: Special Edition and a bundle for the US which includes LBP2, Move and “over $35 of bonus goodies.”

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Tue, Sep 13, 2011 | 21:16 BST

PSA: LBP2 Move pack hits US PSN, Move peripheral 50% off at GameStop

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Double good news on the Sony front today: the LittleBigPlanet 2 Move pack has landed on US PSN for $9.99 and Move peripherals are on sale at GameStop at 50 percent off. The former gives you Move compatibility, five levels, seven side-games, tons of tools, Move Paint and new costumes to name a few. The later, is a sale on the Move Motion Controller, the Move Navigation Controller, the Move Charging Station, and the Move SharpShooter which are all on sale until October 2 while supplies last. Hit up the links on both for more information.

Wed, Sep 07, 2011 | 14:02 BST

LBP2 update 1.06 live, contains Move support

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It looks as though the Move patch for LittleBigPlanet 2 is live. According to a post over on NeoGAF, the download hits around 568MB, and includes more than just the Move update.

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Mon, Sep 05, 2011 | 15:06 BST

LittleBigPlanet image teases “something awesome” inbound

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This was posted on the official LittleBigPlanet forums earlier. The image reads “Something Awesome is Coming.” What that actually is, we’re clueless, but we reckon this may not have anything to do with the upcoming Move content pack that’s coming in a couple of weeks. Let the guessing begin.

Thanks, LittleBigLand.

Sat, Aug 20, 2011 | 21:01 BST

LittleBigPlanet 2 Move Pack detailed a bit more, landing September 14

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Media Molecule has put out a list of what to expect with the LittleBigPlanet 2 Move Pack when it lands on the PS Store’s virtusal shelves September 14.

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Fri, Jul 29, 2011 | 16:02 BST

Toy Story content hitting LBP2 on August 3

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Media Molecule has revealed that a Toy Story level kit will be released for LittleBigPlanet 2 next week.

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