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GC 09: Digital Reader coming to PSN with comic books, more photo

At its press conference at gamescom today, Sony announced that a Digital Reader will be making its way to the PlayStation Network this December.

Currently announced is a partnership with Marvel Comics that will bring some of its biggest properties to the service, including comics and graphic novels featuring Spider-Man, X-Men, Wolverine, and more. While other partners weren't revealed, the comics won't be limited to Marvel; comics from other publishers, including independents, are said to be announced at a later date. 

Also of note is that the Digital Reader won't be limited to comics, hinting that magazines and even full books could be found on the service in the future. No details on pricing or potential subscription fees have been announced. Marvel currently offers its comics in a digital format with its Marvel Digital Comics Unlimited service, offering both monthly and yearly subscription options.








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Elsa's Avatar - Comment posted on 08/18/2009 12:32
Elsa
Nice! this might actually make me use my PSP more often again!
Zippyduda's Avatar - Comment posted on 08/18/2009 12:36
Zippyduda
Elsa, you should use your PSP for films, PS1 games, music, remote play (epic feature) too :P

But this is just another great addition to the PS brand IMO, because my family LOVES comic books :) Grew up on them really :]
Bluejuan85's Avatar - Comment posted on 08/18/2009 12:38
Bluejuan85
Woah when did that scene happen.
norm9's Avatar - Comment posted on 08/18/2009 12:43
norm9
Awesome. The full books being downloadable would be even better.
nilcam's Avatar - Comment posted on 08/18/2009 12:45
nilcam
@Bluejuan85: Ultimate Hulk vs Wolverine. This news is pretty interesting but I already subsrcibe to Marvel digital and longbox seems to be a better option for digital comics.
rsquad's Avatar - Comment posted on 08/18/2009 12:47
rsquad
win!
Kagasumi's Avatar - Comment posted on 08/18/2009 13:26
Kagasumi
If I remember correctly, the top half of Wolverine crawled over a mile in the snow to reach his legs. That is of course after Hulk threw the pieces down and left.
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