160GB PS3 Announced

Sony Computer Entertainment America (SCEA) recently announced plans to introduce a new 160GB PLAYSTATION 3 computer entertainment system in North America as part of the limited-edition Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune(TM) PS3 system bundle.

The increased storage size enables entertainment enthusiasts to store even more movies, television shows, and games downloaded from PLAYSTATION(R)Network, as well as more videos, music, and photos from their personal collection. Slated to launch in November for $499.99 (MSRP), the 160GB PS3 system will come bundled with the hit game, Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune(TM), a PLAYSTATION Network voucher for PAIN, and a DUALSHOCK(R)3 wireless controller. The previously announced 80GB PS3 system ($399.99 MSRP) has started shipping to retailers.

“As PLAYSTATION Network continues to evolve with our recently launched video delivery service and more exclusive games, PS3 owners are demanding more storage capacity,” said Jack Tretton, president and CEO, SCEA. “Consumers also are utilizing PS3 as an entertainment hub for their digital media, placing content such as their entire music collection on the hard drive. The 160GB PS3 system addresses this growing consumer demand in a compelling bundle that delivers significant value.”

The Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune PS3 bundle includes the following components:

• 160GB PS3 system: The 160GB PS3 is a complete entertainment system comprising a Blu-ray(TM) disc player, HDMI output, an integrated Wi-Fi connection, and Cell Broadband Engine(TM).
• Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune 
• PAIN PLAYSTATION Network Voucher*
• DUALSHOCK 3 Wireless Controller — DUALSHOCK 3 wireless controller provides the most intuitive game play experience with pressure sensors in each action button and the inclusion of the highly sensitive SIXAXIS(TM) motion sensing technology.

Via Sony Press Release