Rock Band is going unplugged

Rock Band is going unplugged exclusively for the PSP. The game will be released on June 9,2009 and will feature over 40 songs and nine brand new songs that are debuting on the PSP. “Rock Band Unplugged reinvents band gameplay while staying true to the authentic feel of the Rock Band console games,” said Bob Picunko, Senior Vice President of Electronic Games for MTV Games. “Harmonix delivers innovation with every game they develop and we are excited to continue our long-list of industry firsts with the Rock Band in-game wireless music store on the PSP system.” Your hands control all the peripherals including voice. So not sure how that works. The character customization is still there so you’ll be able to make a mini rock star you. Also included in the PSP version is an in-game store which will be powered by Playstation Network. There you’ll be able to buy

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Casting call for all Otaku’s male or female

We just got a message from Anime Expo that MTV True Life series is looking to cast 3 people that are a total fangirl/boy. Here is what they sent: Obsessed with comic books, anime, fantasy, or manga? Obsessed with cosplaying and attending anime conventions? Do your friends consider you a fanboy/fangirl? Have you ever missed work, school, or other important events to engage in role-playing or cosplay? Are you misunderstood by your family or significant other because of your loyal fandom? Anime Expo® 2009 and MTV Network¹s ³True Life² series wants to hear your story and is looking to cast three (3) individuals for an upcoming show. More information can be found on the website www.anime-expo.org. Individuals must appear to be between the ages of 16 and 28 and must identify as a fanboy/fangirl. Interested applicants can click on the True Life² link on the Anime Expo® website (www.anime-expo.org) to

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