PS3 to Get Its Own GTA IV Downloads
Report says that Rockstar will be giving Sony similar treatment to Microsoft, with exclusive episodes going to the PS3.
As an example of the importance of Grand Theft Auto IV to Microsoft, consider Peter Moore's announcement at the Electronic Entertainment Expo, where he revealed, through a temporary tattoo, that the game would ship on the Xbox 360 the same day as the PlayStation 3 version. Even better, the game will come with exclusive downloadable missions. A recent report suggests Rockstar may have something on the side for Sony too.
Eurogamer cites a source close to Grand Theft Auto developer Rockstar North who says the team is also working on downloadable content that will only be available on the PlayStation 3.
"Think of the world as a large island - the new downloadable areas will be like smaller islands linking into it," the source told Eurogamer as an analogy.
As expected, Rockstar has no official comment on the matter, and considering the company's stone-faced silence when it comes to its games, none is expected.
Alex Wollenschlaeger
Editor, Kikizo
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