Sony PlayStation Move launch details get official: $99 for the bundle, hits North America September 17th

Well, Sony didn't waste too much time in announcing the Move details you've been waiting for -- the complete PlayStation Move Sports Champions bundle with the PlayStation Eye, Move and the game will run $99.99, while the Move controller itself will set you back $49.99, and the optional navigation controller is $29.99. Anyone that doesn't already have a PS3 will also be able to pick up a new console bundle containing everything for $399.99. As for a release date, folks in Europe will be able to get their hands on the Move before anyone else on September 15th, but North American gamers won't have to wait too much longer to get theirs -- it'll be available over here on September 19th.

Update: We've added the full press release after the break, which also includes details on the Move charging station and shooting attachment -- look for them to run $30 and $20, respectively.

Update 2: PlayStation Move's official US release date is now September 17th, as of our full review.

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PlayStation(R)Move Motion Controller to Hit Worldwide Market Starting This September

TOKYO, June 15 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Computer Entertainment (SCE) today announced that it will release PlayStation®Move motion controller*1 for the PlayStation®3 (PS3™) system on September 15, 2010 in Europe/PAL territories and in Asian countries/regions*2 at a recommended retail price (RRP) of euro 39.99. It will also become available in North America on September 19 at a RRP of $49.99 and in Japan on October 21 at a RRP of 3,980 yen (including tax). PlayStation®Move navigation controller, one-handed controller to be used along with the motion controller for intuitive navigation of in-game characters and objects, will also become available on the same day in each region at a RRP of euro 29.99, US$29.99 and 2,980 yen (including tax), respectively.

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Sony Computer Entertainment America will release a PlayStation Move bundle comprised of a PlayStation Move motion controller, PlayStation®Eye camera, Sports Champions Blu-ray™ disc game and PlayStation Move demo disc for $99.99 (RRP). Additionally, a PlayStation 3 Sports Champion Move Bundle, which includes a PS3 system, PlayStation Move motion controller, PlayStation Eye Camera, Sports Champions Blu-ray game and PlayStation Move game demo disc, will be available for $399.99 (RRP). The PlayStation Eye camera will also be sold separately for $39.99 (RRP).

On the software front, SCE Worldwide Studios will release more than 20 titles that are either dedicated to or supported with the PlayStation Move platform in fiscal year 2010 ending March 2011. Exciting and innovative software titles available in the launch window will include; Resident Evil 5 Gold Edition by CAPCOM Co., Ltd., Time Crises: Razing Storm by Bandai Namco Games Inc., Tiger Woods PGA® Tour 11 by Electronic Arts Ltd, Lord of the Rings: Aragorn's Quest by WB Games Inc, EyePet, Sports Champions, Kung Fu Rider by SCE and many more*3. SCE, with support from third party developers and publishers, will continue to further enhance the software title line-up to offer high-definition motion-based gaming experience only available on the PS3 platform.

Furthermore, SCE also announced today the release of two PlayStation Move controller peripherals, "PlayStation Move®Charging Station" and "PlayStation®Move shooting attachment," that will help further enhancing the PlayStation Move experience.

PlayStation Move charging station


By utilizing the "charging station," users will be able to charge up to two PlayStation Move controllers, motion controller or the navigation controller, at once without having to connect them to the PS3 system. The "charging station" will become available concurrently with the motion controller launch in each region at a RRP of euro 29.99, US$29.99 and 2,480 yen (including tax), respectively.

PlayStation Move shooting attachment


The "shooting attachment," designed to place the PlayStation Move motion controller horizontally, will allow players to hold the motion controller as if they are holding a gun and to easily aim at an in-game target. The trigger on the attachment is interlocked with the motion controller T button and will enable users to intuitively play the game, not only limited to shooting games but also on games that may require precise button input and control. It will deliver immersive gameplay and will work perfectly with software titles like The Shoot!*3 by SCE and Time Crises: Razing Storm by Bandai Namco Games Inc. which is expected to support the attachment. The "shooting attachment" will become available starting this fall in each region at a RRP of euro 14.99, US$19.99 and 1,480 yen (including tax), respectively.



Through the introduction of PlayStation Move controllers, attractive software line-ups and peripherals, SCE will continue to further expand the PS3 platform and create a new world of computer entertainment that is only possible on PlayStation.

*1 Users will need to use the PlayStation Eye camera to enjoy PlayStation Move motion controller on PS3.

*2 Pricing of the motion controller in Asian countries/regions is equivalent to US$39.99. Pricing of the navigation controller is equivalent to US$29.99. The pricing will vary by countries or regions.

*3 Title line-up and release date will differ by each region. Please refer to the separately attached software line-up list for further details.

Product Outline

PlayStation®Move motion controller


Product name

PlayStation®Move motion controller

Product code

CECH-ZCM1

Release date

Europe/PAL territories and Asian countries/regions: Sept. 15, 2010, North America: Sept. 19, 2010, Japan: Oct. 21, 2010

Recommended retail price

euro 39.99, US$49.99, 3,980 yen (including tax)

Color

Black

Mass

Approx. 145 g

External dimension

Approx. 200mm × 46mm (height × diameter)

Battery type

Built-in, rechargeable lithium-ion battery

Voltage

DC 3.7 V

Operating temperature

5 degrees C ~ 35 degrees C

Included

Strap




PlayStation®Move navigation controller


Product name

PlayStation®Move navigation controller

Product code

CECH-ZCS1

Release date

Europe/PAL territories and Asian countries/regions: Sept. 15, 2010, North America: Sept. 19, 2010, Japan: Oct. 21, 2010

Recommended retail price

euro 29.99, US$29.99, 2,980 yen (including tax)

Color

Black

Mass

Approx. 95 g

External dimension

Approx. 138mm × 42mm (height × diameter)

Battery type

Built-in, rechargeable lithium-ion batter

Voltage

DC 3.7 V

Operating temperature

5 degrees C ~ 35 degrees C




PlayStation®Move charging station


Product name

PlayStation®Move charging station

Product code

CECH-ZCC1

Release date

Europe/PAL territories and Asian countries/regions: starting Sept. 15, 2010, North America: starting Sept. 19, 2010, Japan: Oct. 21, 2010

Recommended retail price

euro 29.99, US$29.99, 2480 yen (including tax)

Mass

Approx. 190 g

External dimension

Approx. 160mm × 90mm × 34mm (width × height × length)

Included

AC Adaptor × 1

AC Cable × 1




PlayStation®Move shooting attachment


Product name

PlayStation®Move shooting attachment

Product code

CECH-ZGA1

Release date

Fall 2010

Recommended retail price

euro 14.99, US$19.99 and 1,480 yen (including tax)

Mass

Approx. 150 g

External dimension

Approx. 167mm × 145mm × 55mm (width × height × length)




PlayStation®Eye


Product name

PlayStation®Eye

Recommended retail price

euro 29.99*4, US$39.99 and 2,980 yen (including tax)

Mass

Approx. 173 g

External dimension

Approx. 84 × 67 × 57 mm (width × height × length)

Power consumption

5v, Maximum of 500mA

Operating temperature

5 degrees C ~ 35 degrees C

Connector

USB 2.0

Cable length

Approx. 2m

Video capture*5

Maximum of 640 x 480 pixel

Frame rate*5

640 x 480 at 60 frames/ second

320 x 240 at 120 frames/ second

Lens head

2.1 F-stop, <1% distortion, fixed focus

Range of distance

25cm - infinity (in wide angle view)

Field of view

56 degrees (standard view) - 75 degrees (wide angle view) FOV zoom lens

Sound recognition

Built-in 4 microphone array




*4 New pricing for Europe/PAL territories will go effective concurrently with the launch of the motion controller.

*5 Video capture and frame rate will differ according to the software used.

About Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

Recognized as the global leader and company responsible for the progression of consumer-based computer entertainment, Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) manufactures, distributes and markets the PlayStation® game console, the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) handheld entertainment system and the PlayStation®3 (PS3®) system. PlayStation has revolutionized home entertainment by introducing advanced 3D graphic processing, and PlayStation 2 further enhances the PlayStation legacy as the core of home networked entertainment. PSP is a handheld entertainment system that allows users to enjoy 3D games, with high-quality full-motion video, and high-fidelity stereo audio. PS3 is an advanced computer system, incorporating the state-of-the-art Cell processor with super computer like power. SCEI, along with its subsidiary divisions Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC., Sony Computer Entertainment Europe Ltd., and Sony Computer Entertainment Korea Inc. develops, publishes, markets and distributes software, and manages the third party licensing programs for these platforms in the respective markets worldwide. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, SCEI is an independent business unit of the Sony Group.

PlayStation is a registered trademark and PS3 is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.

SOURCE Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

[edgareliud Posted Jun 15th 2010 3:50PM]

“this changes everything”?
isnt that apple?

[rand0 Posted Jun 15th 2010 3:51PM]

@edgareliud

I still can't get my iPhone 4 -_-

[VSpike915 Posted Jun 15th 2010 3:59PM]

@edgareliud
Certainly alot more reasonable than Kinnect. And I am a 360 owner BTW, so no favoritism.........

[Slvrgun Posted Jun 15th 2010 4:05PM]

@VSpike915 How? You only need one Kinect for all your friends.

[gracefulspammer Posted Jun 15th 2010 4:08PM]

@edgareliud

I am not interested in a Decepticon Dildo for my PS3.

[VSpike915 Posted Jun 15th 2010 4:10PM]

@Slvrgun
Assuming I will be using this solo.......

[edgareliud Posted Jun 15th 2010 4:10PM]

@Slvrgun i agree with that.
but idk i just dont trust Microsoft anymore.

[archkron Posted Jun 15th 2010 4:10PM]

@VSpike915

It's dearer for 2 people than a single Kinect (which can handle 2(+?) players). And it doesn't have voice sensing.

This upsets me.

Not even Kevin's rhetoric can save this abomination of a press conference.

[VSpike915 Posted Jun 15th 2010 4:14PM]

@archkron
What if you can't afford it? Assuming you already have a PS3, idk about you, but I just can't go drop that kind of money on something that will be outdated in >2yrs

[VSpike915 Posted Jun 15th 2010 4:16PM]

@Slvrgun
I like them both, don't get me wrong. But I just PERSONALLY think that Move is better. Then again, I use a BlackBerry over much loved android, iPhone and WinMo. Color me strange

[Alienmario Posted Jun 15th 2010 4:17PM]

@Slvrgun Why, you need friends?

[adctd2boost Posted Jun 15th 2010 4:19PM]

@VSpike915 360 hasnt announced their price yet. and that 100 dollar price doesnt include the 30 dollar other motion controller for games that require movement for both hands.

[VSpike915 Posted Jun 15th 2010 4:22PM]

@adctd2boost
No need to jump all over me, just giving my opinion

[Strikir730 Posted Jun 15th 2010 4:23PM]

@VSpike915

How exactly is this more reasonable then Kinect?For 4 people to play anything ....

X-Box Kinect = $150

PS Move =
$100 for first bundle
$30 for added Nav Controller
$80 (Main and Nav Controllers) Per added person

Total = $370.00

Yup seems PS is more reasonable... wait what?!

[archkron Posted Jun 15th 2010 4:30PM]

@VSpike915

That's the point. The Sony alternative, though seemingly cheaper, isn't when you factor in the extra dosh you need for additional players/controllers.

IF you're cash-strapped, you shouldn't be buying either.

[VSpike915 Posted Jun 15th 2010 4:31PM]

@Strikir730
Assuming I'm using this solo, you're point isn't valid no matter how you put it. $150>$99

[Jordan Posted Jun 15th 2010 4:32PM]

@edgareliud:

$100 dollars for a glowing dildo seems kinda steep, especially since that's only 1 dildo and a group of people would easily need 4 dildos at 30 dollars a piece extra.

Kinect doesn't need toys to satisfy its gamers, so in reality, Kinect costs less.

[Jordan Posted Jun 15th 2010 4:34PM]

@Jordan

My mistake, the 30 dollars is for the dildo attachment, the dildo itself is 50 dollars. Let's see, that makes a group of 4 people the high price of 340 dollars just so each person can have their own dildo and attachment

This is definitely not going to hurt Nintendo, that's for sure.

[Strikir730 Posted Jun 15th 2010 4:38PM]

@VSpike915

Ok, for anyone who has friends or family the Kinect is a better deal.. for those who do not have Friends/family the PS3 wins...

[shibbybypass Posted Jun 15th 2010 4:41PM]

@Slvrgun I play most of my games online now so I don't give a crap about my friends. I haven't played games at a friends house in forever. Besides my friends are not broke as hell they can get their own controllers.

[Jordan Posted Jun 15th 2010 4:41PM]

@shibbybypass:

Glad I'm not your friend, you don't sound very friendly.

[Odog4ever Posted Jun 15th 2010 4:42PM]

@VSpike915

Your forgot to add in the sub controller for $30 so a one player setup is $99 bundle +$30 sub controller = $130

So for $20 bucks more you can get a Kinect that supports at least 2 more players and you get voice control...

[deadaim Posted Jun 15th 2010 4:55PM]

@Odog4ever

anyone argueing that the move will be a cheaper solution is a wierdo.. that only applies if you just plan on playing single player.. which is a tiny fraction of what the move is about.

I think the move is going to cost me over 300 (3 move controllers, + bundle, + 2 of the lefthand controllers)

but the fact of the matter is its going to perform way better then kinect.. and do ALOT more then is possible in games.. i could careless about voice activation

[tobsmonster2 Posted Jun 15th 2010 5:18PM]

@deadaim
The idea of being able to do things like lean to the side and have my character look round a corner in an FPS is what really interests me with the kinect. Also gaming with an actually controller (ps3 or xbox) seems so much more appealing than holding two separate things in each hand
(I've had alot of experience with my now fully functioning paper weight Nintendo Wii). Enhancing how I play rather than evolving it is my interest.

[onlysublime Posted Jun 15th 2010 5:29PM]

@VSpike915 it's not more reasonable. $99 bundle doesn't include the navigation controller. neither does the $399 bundle. to play all types of games, you need the cam, the move, and the navigation controller. and that's for one player. multiply for multiple players. motion control is not cheap on any system. and move is the most expensive when you buy for multiple players. but considering that buying Wii controllers costs over $200, people are already used to paying a lot for motion control.

[Exile Posted Jun 15th 2010 5:38PM]

@Odog4ever

Actually the more impressive games need 2 move controllers like that fighting game so for a single person you need
The bundle - $100
The second controller - $50
The sub controller - $30
So that equals $180 for a single player experience.

[chrisrottan Posted Jun 15th 2010 6:14PM]

@Strikir730
really, stop being a Sony fanboy.
If you use it solo, it is only $1 dollar less than the kinect, and with kinect you will find many features not found on the play station.
$50 x 2(for two hands) + 30(camera) + 40(navigation) = $170 for a single person.
Kinect = $150 for 4 players + voice + all the extra goodies from MS.
Remember: as they said, you need TWO controllers for a game that requires TWO hands for a single person.

[b33kewl Posted Jun 15th 2010 6:44PM]

@VSpike915

It's $129 for one person. That's $20 bucks cheaper than Kinect's $150 price. In addition, if two people get Move and the sub controller, Kinect is cheaper than the Move package.

[engadgetcomexcludeengadget Posted Jun 15th 2010 7:19PM]

@Exile The sub controller is the second controller for the other hand.

[Irondog Posted Jun 15th 2010 8:51PM]

@Jordan, I guess u never spent $100+ per controller for the wii then, controller ($60), nunchuck($25), motion plus($25). Cheaper then wii controller set up.

[Shokz Posted Jun 15th 2010 9:00PM]

The point isn't the price, the point is that Move will work well with more genres than Kinect so at the moment that's the reason I'm drawn to Move, but considering I've got both consoles I might end up going with Kinect by release date; we'll see which has the best lineup in a few months.

Oh, and guys; it's "a lot", not "alot", and it's "couldn't care less", not "could care less".

[Ralven Posted Jun 15th 2010 10:23PM]

@gracefulspammer lololol everyone was thinking that seriously haha and if you actually watched E3 u know nobody wants to pay 80 for each controller so lemme see fo four controllers thats how much people... that is correct 320 freiking dollars more than what i could get Xbox and kinect both for just for a wiimote for my ps3 teh gay

[Exile Posted Jun 16th 2010 9:35AM]

@Irondog
The point is that when you buy a wii, it comes with a wiimote atleast. You can get a wii with a wiimote and wii motion+ for $200.

[Exile Posted Jun 16th 2010 9:37AM]

@engadgetcomexcludeengadget

Some game use two move controllers like the fighting game or you can buy the sub controller for games like KZ3.

[tinye Posted Jun 15th 2010 3:50PM]

That's a big iPad.

[seanGadget Posted Jun 15th 2010 4:02PM]

@tinye
Yea, iPad XL

[SteveyAyo Posted Jun 15th 2010 4:37PM]

@seanGadget or iPod XXL

[Colours Posted Jun 15th 2010 3:52PM]

So, who won E3?

[HoldenMccrotch Posted Jun 15th 2010 3:53PM]

@Colours
the gamers :)

[MrT Posted Jun 15th 2010 3:54PM]

@Colours Sony, Move FTW

[bluefisch200 Posted Jun 15th 2010 3:56PM]

@Colours Microsoft...there is no need for playing with an ice cream in your hand...

[d0mth0ma5 Posted Jun 15th 2010 3:59PM]

@bluefisch200 With the Natal (deliberate mistake), you CAN play with an ice-cream in your hand.

[commenter7 Posted Jun 15th 2010 4:03PM]

@Colours

To be Honest, ALL companies won.

Microsoft - Innovative Kinect tech
Nintendo - Incredible 3DS conecpt + game lineup
Sony - Extremely wide support for both casual and harcore gamers

[ryan420 Posted Jun 15th 2010 4:16PM]

@Colours

Sony FAILED. No PSP2. Atleast $300 for support for 4 PS move players. Kinect will likely be $150 for however many with no stupid hardware in your hand to throw at your TV.

3DS and Kinect own. I'll upgrade to 360 slim as well!

[Alone in a Crowd Posted Jun 15th 2010 4:21PM]

@Colours WTF people!? The Sony keynote isnt even over with yet?!

[iName Posted Jun 15th 2010 4:25PM]

@Colours microsoft, nintendo was a very close second.

[Niteperson Posted Jun 15th 2010 4:45PM]

@ryan420 So your living room is large enough for 4 people to be waving and kicking? Something's going to get broken.

[Christopher02 Posted Jun 15th 2010 5:13PM]

@Niteperson
Haven't there already been numerous stories about the higher system resources needed for kinect to function, which means using it to play anything remotely graphically intensive will be out of the question. They demonstrated a driving game with it yesterday that, lets be honest, looked less like gameplay and more a demonstration video

For me, Move is cheaper and looks like it will work just so much better.

[Tuan X Posted Jun 15th 2010 5:24PM]

@bluefisch200

YOU GUYS ARE CRAZY ... BUTTONS ALL THE WAY!! Sony ruled with their keynote & showings at E3 ... exclusives & all. I can ALMOST guarantee that next year MS will introduce some type of controller for the Kinect. There was nothing but casual games for the Kinect & a rail esque Star Wars, NOTHING compelling. Where as sony PROVED that buttons & an analog stick are necessary for many types of games, hardcore & casual. It also APPEARED more precise then what I saw from MS.

SONY BY FAR had a better keynote than MS. Nintendo close 2nd with the refreshing of popular classics. Despite a few compelling MS exclusives there was LITTLE worthy of my time. Kinect FOR NOW isn't worth my money. Move has SHOWN to me what is possible that exceeds what Nintendo can offer with more precise controls & HD gaming & the necessity of buttons for more immersion in casual & hardcore games that Kinect cannot provide yet. Plus the potential of 3D if it becomes more popular.

Yes you'll need to buy more controllers but I think the cost will be outweighed by the benefits in the near future compared to what I saw with the Kinect. For those who may have a PS Eye already you'll be spending about $160 for a PAIR of Move controllers & Analog attatchments. Just $10 more than the Kinect & I personally feel is $10 more than worth it. Even if you must buy the PS Eye with everything at $190 I PERSONALLY feel it'd be more worth it in the long run from what was shown today. ALSO ... A LOT of folk play by themselves & online (LIKE ME) so it'd only cost me $110 if I NEEDED the eye, which I don't so it'll only cost me $80, which is WELL worth it compared to the Kinect.

ALSO PlayStation Plus.. Just some exclusive content & demos & early access. NO taking away of features nothing that will have free members forced to buy in order to get the full experience of multi-player online gaming.

SONY OWNED this conference. I do appreciate some of MS exclusives & I'm a bit excited about playing some refreshed classics on the Wii, but SONY brought it ALL this E3.

[bluefisch200 Posted Jun 15th 2010 6:14PM]

@Tuan X Come on...first, you love the shift key...however...this controllers of the PS3 make no sense...why using them if you can play the same game but without holding anything (or just grab something around you if you really need to hold something in your hand)? Sony has failed and Kinect is just ahead if you talk about 3D motion tracking...it is a fact if you look at the specs of the 2 systems.