Sony's PlayStation 3 getting 'PSN Day 1 Digital' to launch games digitally

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PSN subscribers get discounts on select titles




Taking a cue from Nintendo's Wii U, Sony's PlayStation 3 is getting digital versions of some games delivered at the same time as their physical counterparts starting next week with Resident Evil 6 and NBA 2K13. via "PSN Day 1 Digital." Unlike Nintendo's initiative, however, Sony's is third-party focused -- not one game on its initial list of eight titles is published by any of Sony's international publishing studios.

It's unclear whether this is a full-on initiative for Sony's PlayStation 3 or a promotion for October alone, but Sony's PlayStation blog calls PSN Day 1 Digital "a new program," which indicates it's something more than just a one month promo -- all the same, we've asked Sony for more info. Beyond just offering a smattering of games digitally at launch, PSN Day 1 Digital allows for pre-orders, and even offers a 10 percent discount on 007: Legends should you pre-order as a PlayStation Plus member. Head past the break for the full list of titles.

Resident Evil 6 (Available for download on October 2nd – $59.99)
NBA 2K13 (Available for download on October 2nd – $59.99/$53.99 for PS Plus members, with pre-order)*
Dishonored (Available for download on October 9th – $59.99/$53.99 for PS Plus members, with pre-order)*
DOOM 3: BFG Edition (Available for download on October 16th – $39.99/$35.99 for PS Plus members, with pre-order)*
007: Legends (Available for download on October 16th – $59.99)+
Medal Of Honor: Warfighter (Available for download on October 23rd – $59.99)
Need For Speed: Most Wanted (Available for download on October 30th – $59.99/$53.99 for PS Plus members, with pre-order)*
Assassin's Creed III (Available for download on October 30th – $59.99)*
* Available for pre-order
+ 10% discount for PS Plus members during first week of availability

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