PSP Goes Old School With EA Replay

By Billy Brown

EA Replay brings back the classics on PSP

Not unlike Rihanna, Electronic Arts announced that they will "Pon de Replay" by releasing EA Replay on PSP on November 7th.

PSP old school combo packs for $19.99 is just the kind of thing that makes waiting in line at the DMV almost tolerable.

Here's the official word:

Electronic Arts announced today that it will release a compilation of EA games from the 90's exclusively for the PSP system under the EA brand. The game is under production in Vancouver, B.C. by EA Canada, EA's main hub for PSP development, and will ship to retailers November 7, 2006. Let EA bring you back to a simpler time when the dawn of gaming's golden age took hold. EA Replay is a throw back to what you loved about videogames in the first place.

"We're very excited to be offering PSP consumers an unprecedented glimpse into EA's past," said David McCarthy, executive producer on the project. "EA Replay is a rich compilation of classic EA IP that stays true to the original experiences, while offering modern gamers additional features geared towards on-the-go game play."

EA Replay promises to deliver a great console experience on-the-go for all 14 games including hit franchises such as the Strike series, Road Rash, and Wing Commander. Go head-to-head with friends in multiplayer on select titles, unlock original game art, and save your game at any point. Let the memories come rushing back and take the fun of the 90's wherever you go with EA Replay.

EA Replay will be available exclusively for the PSP system with an MSRP of $19.99. This game has not yet been rated by the ESRB. Media can find screen shots and a fact sheet at http://info.ea.com.