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Containing enhanced versions of Power Stone and Power Stone 2 the Power Stone Collection is a compilation of fast and furious 3D brawlers! Putting a new spin on "last man standing", characters take each other on in frenzied match-ups amidst fully interactive environments. While you can execute standard moves such as punches and kicks, the deeper strategy comes in the form of "power stones." Collect these gems in order to tip the scales in your favor and transform into super fighters with devastating power moves! In addition, collect a variety of zany weapons and use your environments to take the lead in each match! Multiplayer mode raises the stakes-duke it out with other players in frenzied no-holds-barred battles.

In Power Stone, play through in Arcade Mode to take a single character against a lineup of computer controlled opponents. Unlimited continues are available and successfully defeating all enemies unlocks a variety of bonus features in the "Power Stone Collection" including weapons, characters, galleries, additional modes and more. In Versus mode, two players pick their character of choice and battle it out. The PSP system edition includes an improved user interface which features a new, easy to see health meter as well as radar to represent the location of the Power Stones more intuitively. As an added bonus, the four additional characters from Power Stone 2 have been made available for Power Stone, bringing the total to 12 playable characters.

Power Stone 2 turns up the heat with support for up to four challengers and taking versus battle to the next level with frantic multiplayer melees. New levels featuring multi-tiered areas within a single map add even more mayhem to the mix. The sequel also adds a completely new range of kooky weapons as well as several new modes. Basic mode gives a single player limitless continues as they compete in a series of head to head matches culminating in a final boss battle. Arcade mode is similar to Basic, but features a single combatant participating in four person battles. Up to four can compete in Original mode, which allows customizable challenges such as one-on-three, two vs. two or tag team battles. Another single player option named Adventure mode allows fighters to collect items and gold to buy and create objects in an item shop. Obtained goodies can also be made available for use in other modes. Several new types of weapons have been added to the item shop for this PSP system version. Previously not available but included here, the Bomber Battle mini game adds an explosive twist to the action as players try to defeat their opponent amidst levels scattered with giant bombs.

Key features

• Ad Hoc Multiplayer
• Two players in Power Stone and up to four in Power Stone 2 can battle it out to see who will reign supreme!
• Game sharing function allows others to download a one stage "Battle Royale" demo of Power Stone 2 from a single player's UMD disc
• Wacky new weapons join the existing arsenal of both titles for added comical mayhem!
• Training Mode – practice makes perfect as beginners and experts alike can hone their skills and test drive items and weapons.
• Widescreen Options – players can choose to view the action in original 4:3 ratio, 16:9 view tailored for the PSP system's widescreen or a 4:3 stretch option.
• Upgraded Camera System – Toggle between wide, mid and close range views of the action at any time.
• Unlockable bonuses including playable characters, weapons, items and more!