OPM UK Rumors: God of War III for 2009, In-Game XMB Running

The latest issue of the UK Official PlayStation Magazine has been released, and we have the rumors column right here for you. Let's take a look.

- God Of War III is along way off, won't be released until Christmas 2009.
- The BBC reckons Sony has an amazing secret game in the works for 2009.
- Capcom is developing Dead Rising 2 for multiple platforms including PlayStation 3.
- Team ICO's new game has links to Norse myths.
- Mass Effect and its Sequels will come to PlayStation 3.
- Sony already has a in-game version of the PlayStation 3's XMB up and running.
- Netflix will soon offer movie downloads straight to your PlayStation 3.

For other information on this issue, such as the latest review scores, visit the link below.

[This Months Official Playstation Magazine [UK] Review Scores and Rumors]

Petitions: Mass Effect for the PLAYSTATION 3

Another day, another petition. Today, we have a petition to BioWare to bring Mass Effect to the PLAYSTATION 3. They state:

"Since Mass Effect has caught the attention of many people, we think it would be for the best if it was released on Playstation 3 as well. The reason to this is the fact that Playstation 3 is a large market, of which majority of owners don't have an Xbox 360, because they don't want it for many respective reasons."

If you agree with their statements, head over to the link below and give it a sign. We know we will.

[View: Mass Effect PS3 Petition]

Rumor: God of War 3 Late 08', Mass Effect for PS3, More

The latest rumor mill on VideoGamer reports some new PLAYSTATION 3 rumors. These new rumors include God of War III and Mass Effect.

Next winter is looking like being one to remember for video game fans. Sony's Santa Monica studio is said to be hard at work on Kratos' next-gen debut. God of War III is most likely on it's way, according to VideoGamer. They rated it as a 3/5 chance of happening.

The next rumor is about Mass Effect. Speaking while on panel show Bonus Round, industry analyst Michael Pachter gave his opinion on where Mass Effect will end up in the future - not only on the Xbox 360. "Trust me, Electronic Arts, when they threw out the 300 million that is multiplatform that is not 360 only... I wouldn't be shocked if Mass Effect 1 came to PlayStation 3." They believe it will eventually come to the PLAYSTATION 3, but not before the Xbox 360 has seen a period of exclusivity.

The last rumor is about PLAYSTATION 3 Rockstar exclusive, L.A. Noire. Take Two released its results for the fourth quarter of its financial year. Missing on a forecast for titles for 2008 is Rockstar's LA Noire, causing people to believe that the secretive title won't be out until 2009. They write "While it's true that the game is missing from the forecast, Rockstar's financial year runs from November 1st to October 31st, meaning LA Noire could still see a release in November or December 2008."

[Via VGamer]

Michael Patcher: Mass Effect's Most Likely Coming to PS3

On the latest GT Bonus Round, Michael Pachter speaks on Mass Effect. He speaks.

"Trust me, Electronic Arts, when they threw out the 300 million, that is multiplatform, that is not 360 only." Is Mass Effect 2 coming to PLAYSTATION 3? "It has to, I wouldn't be shocked if Mass Effect 1 came to PLAYSTATION 3."

Listen to the full episode of the bonus round at the link below. The above is said a little towards the end of the episode. The whole episode is actually very interesting, if you have the time, give it a watch.

[Watch: GT Bonus Round]

Rumor: Mass Effect Confirmed for PLAYSTATION 3?

GameKult, a french gaming site, recently posted an article on their site about BioWare's Mass Effect. The article, however, is no longer on the site. We have no idea why it was removed, possibly due to NDA violations. We have the translation of the article below.

"Bioware Confirms Mass Effect PS3

By Yukishiro, Gamekult.com
Work in progress, posted Friday, November 30, 2007 at 11h 13

The developers Bioware come to put an end to rumors and leaks in recent days, confirming that they were actually at work on a port of the inevitable Mass Effect for the PS3 Sony. The studio, who were willing excellent performance on Xbox (Jade Empire, Kotor), has also given that the possibilities of Sixaxis would include solicited for the use of grenades."

So Mass Effect is coming with SIXAXIS integration. We still have no idea if this is true, but GameKult is a very respected gaming site. When we find out more, we will let you know.

Remember, this is listed as a RUMOR.

[Via GT Forums]