The PSP Phat Faceplate is Worth the Bucks

For PSP Phat gamers that are lookin’ to dish out a few Christmas bucks for a new faceplate, accessory, or modification – I may have just the thing you’re looking for! I know it’s not as easy finding faceplates or modifications for the PSP phat, especially when many are being designed for the latest slim or lite handheld devices. But guess what hot little item we’ve got in stock for you this season?

Give your PSP Phat a makeover with a cool new Asterix faceplate in matte blue or matte red! This new M-series faceplate is fingerprint resistant and weather resistant; protecting your PSP from grease, dirt, dust, or grime. So, how is this possible? The Asterix faceplate is manufactured with the highest quality Japanese spray painting technology for surface treatment and long lasting durability.

This also means that this faceplate is very hard to scratch, scuff, or scrape when you’re lugging it around in your bag or pocket. In case you happen to severely damage your screen by cracking it or if you want to keep the amazing screen clarity you’ve had since the first day you bought it – then this faceplate is even MORE incredible because you can change the front panel lens screen with a snap! No need to replace the WHOLE faceplate just for the screen!

The PSP Phat Asterix Faceplate is the perfect replacement for PSP phat faceplates. It’s one of the best things you can get for your handheld device, so why not use £9.49 of your Christmas gift money to upgrade your PSP phat case today?

Stay Clutter-Free with the PSP UMD Vertical Stand/Rack

There is nothing more frustrating than misplacing UMD discs when you are trying to find a specific one to watch or play. They are small enough, that when they are not placed in the correct case, they can be easily lost. Need a solution to keeping your UMD discs organized and stored neatly in a more clutter free area?

You can now order yourself a PSP UMD Vertical Stand/Rack from The Game Train Store for only £10.49! The PSP UMD Vertical Stand/Rack can hold up to 12 UMD discs at a time, making it super organized and easy to locate. Its stable base makes it extremely durable and strong enough to withstand any accidental bumps against the table or any earthquake that rocks it!

To make it easier to spot, the UMD stand features an optional blue LED lighting effect, which emits an attractive glow to make your stand visually appealing and to make it easier to locate games and movies in the dark. The LED light is powered by 2 x AAA batteries and can be turned on or off at the switch of a button!

Stay organized and buy a few – grab separate stands… a pair for UMD games and another pair for UMD movies to keep you clutter-free, organized, and give you the power to enjoy the games and movies you paid for!

PSP In Touch Car Cradle Dock Lets You Play On The Go

Gamers play video games no matter where they are. Gamers sit in front of the console or PC at home, at a friend’s house, or spend countless amounts of quarters at the local arcade. But when it’s time to hit the road, out comes a handheld gaming device – whether it be a Sony PSP, a Nintendo DS, or even a cell phone. If you fit this description, and are an owner of a PlayStation Portable – READ ON!

Talismoon designed an innovative product to help PSP gamers on the go! Their latest PSP release is the PSP In Touch Car Cradle Dock – a hands-free cradle that mounts your PSP in your vehicle. It was manufactured with the highest quality materials, making it one of the longest lasting PSP vehicle products to date.

While I wouldn’t recommend drivers play games while they drive, you can use it to play your music playlist or tune on a movie for your kids or your friends to watch while you’re cruising down the highway. You can also keep your passengers entertained by making some of your favorite games available for them to try out while they wait for you to reach your destination.

Just stick this bad boy onto your dashboard, window, or any other flat surface in your vehicle and you’re ready to roll. Experience the magic for yourself by adding this sleek new item for only £11.49 today!

Get Your Official PSP Slim & Lite Sony Replacement Faceplates Here!

Today, you can grab something official – the PSP Slim and Lite Official Sony Replacement Faceplate! You can get that same feeling of shock and awe that you felt when you first got your PSP. Re-experience the amazingly vivid detail on your games and movies with the high quality material and finish – a quality you can always trust and expect from Sony!

When you are heading to school, out on a vacation, or if you’re just winding down at home with a game or movie on your PSP, you can appreciate the new official colors you can now have and show it off to your friends, family, classmates, and amazed strangers. The hot and stylish faceplates are extremely protective, smooth, and come in these eye-catching colors:

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Bronze	Blue
Red	Green

The PSP Slim and Lite Official Sony Replacement Faceplate is easy to install and fits your PSP perfectly! And just like the original, the shiny finish will protect your PSP from dust, grime, grease, food, and other everyday dirt. You can wipe it down easily without any cleaning agents. Grab your favorite color today!

The PSP USB Data Cable Keeps You Connected!

If you are like me – you may have the extremely annoying habit of misplacing your cables. If the cables aren’t already directly connected from the console to the TV monitor or power outlet, then I’m most likely going to set a cable down and forget that I placed it there. So if you have a PSP and misplace cables like me, you way want to grab one …or a few… of these PSP USB Data Cables.

Assuming you don’t have a PSP (and want to buy one for yourself or a loved one for the holiday season) or you have a PSP and lost this cable that you already don’t know what you needed this for – you can hook your PSP device up to your computer with this USB data cable. You can plug this up and access your memory stick with lightning speed and transfer files quickly without the need to install any additional drivers.

The PSP USB Data Cable is compatible with Windows ME, 2000, XP, and other higher versions. While it is plugged up to your PC, you can charge your PSP battery – so it’s an amazing product to take when you’re on the run if you have a laptop or are staying at a friend’s place, a family member’s house, or a hotel that has a PC – because if you lose it, it’s cheaper to replace than a lost wall charger! You also have the ability to use it with the Memor32, which is also available at The Game Train store!

Add a cable to your shopping cart for only £2.95!

The PSP Xploder Movie Player & Media Centre Keeps Your PSP Organized!

Looking for a product that will enhance and expand your PSP’s capabilities? Then it’s time to grab the PSP Xploder Movie Player and Media Centre!

This amazing drag and drop Windows based application will allow you to manage everything you need for your PSP. The interface is very similar to the iTunes program style, so you can easily add, remove, edit, or transfer any of your files! It also has a space capacity indicator to display the amount of free space left on your PSP’s memory stick, so you know when it’s time to start moving things over to your PC until you need it again.

The Xploder also gives you the option to transfer your game saves and cheat saves easily between your memory stick, PC, and the Xploder online database. You can name the files whatever you want, instead of having to decipher the PSP game save name system. Now, you’ll have more room for your music and video files!

Speaking of music and videos, the PSP Xploder is excellent in maintaining your stored music and video files. Arrange them by artist, song title, or genre as you would on iTunes and load them directly into your PSP! You can even add and sort through your favorites by creating a playlist through the Xploder application! One of my favorite things that they make easier is being able to convert PC movie files, such as MPEG, AVI, MOV, WMV, and much more.

And for those of us who LOVE to download – you can use your Xploder to download the cheat saves for the most recent game releases, latest gaming news, the latest images and videos, and much, much more!

To fully experience the PSP Xploder Movie Player and Media Centre’s possibilities, the best thing you can do is grab yourself this amazing item. It’s £6.49 at The Game Train Store, so head on over and buy one today – and experience visual, audible, and gaming pleasure!

The PSPonTV Allows You To Play PSP UMDs On TV!

Have you been searching for the cheapest and easiest way to play your Sony PlayStation Portable (PSP) games and movies on your television set? PSPonTV was developed to give PSP owners the opportunity to watch and play their favourite games and movies on the big screen, rather than having to focus on the small handheld display, which is much more efficient when traveling.

PSPonTV was designed to work for any PSP owner. This means that PSP owners won’t have to take apart their handheld gaming device to project the image up on their TV sets. To get things started, just attach the PSPonTV device onto your PSP and route the composite cable to your TV monitor… and that’s it! No tools or special wiring are required to get this cool little device working.



Although it may look a bit unusual, the pyramid-shaped device has been designed with a sleek and attractive plastic that matches the PSP. It is also fairly light (approximately 120g), so it’s easily portable if you decide to play or watch UMDs at a friend’s house or in your hotel room during an out-of-town vacation. Currently, it works with 60 Hz television monitors.

So far, we have the NTSC PSP version available, but other versions should be added sometime soon. If you’re ready to order, you can pre-order the PSPonTV device for your NTSC PSP for £24.95!

The Talismoon UMD Replacement Cases will Bring You Back Into The Game

Talismoon hooks up PlayStation Portable gamers who can’t play their games or watch their movies due to broken UMD cases. If your disc is in playable condition, but your plastic UMD case is damaged, this is a product you must invest in! We added this hot selling item to our marketplace to give you a cheap and easy way to play the games and movies you paid for!

We are selling the Talismoon UMD Replacement Cases for £5.95! Included in this package are 3 UMD Replacement Cases and 1 polishing cloth. This is an excellent way to refurbish your UMDs for a low cost, which definitely increases the value of your UMD if you ever decide to sell or trade it with another gamer or game shop.

You don’t need to purchase any additional tools, since no tools are required to remove and replace your UMD case! Just pop off the original case, then snap on the new case – something that will take you less than a minute to do!

I highly recommend that you buy enough to have one or two spare replacement UMD cases in case one of your current UMDs get damaged by a younger sibling, a mischievous pet, or any minor accident that may break the UMD case. This way, you will be able to quickly repair and use your UMD, rather than having to place another order and waiting for it to arrive in the mail.

Save some money and take advantage of this hot seller!

PSP Phat Project Design Button Kit

Last month, I posted about a PSP/PSP Slim Analog Stick Mega Pack for PSP and PSP Slim/Lite owners out there! This week, I’d like to announce that we have a somewhat similar package exclusively for the PSP Phat, for all the gamers out there who still have their original PlayStation Portable handheld devices and don’t plan on grabbing a PSP Slim or Brite anytime soon!

The PSP Project Design Button Kit is essential for gamers who want a more comfortable handheld gaming feel and for those who feel that the original analog sticks and d-pad are too small! This kit comes with 5 silicon analog sticks and 5 directional pads of various sizes and designs. For example, there are varying degrees of indentation for firm grip, large grooves for killer combinations, and super sizes for big thumbs! Mix and match them until you find a combination that suits you best!

There is no disassembly required, as the caps are to be clipped directly onto the original analog sticks and d-pad. The caps have been designed with the highest quality silicon, which provide excellent damage protection and feature an anti-dust element. They are also very durable and easy to set-up, so it can be used by gamers of all ages.

Depending on your preference and colour of your PSP Phat, we have offered two basic colours that go with pretty much any colour out there: Black and White

Go Green With The PSP/DS/GBA SP Solar Panel Charger

Now-a-Days, everyone is becoming more environmentally conscious. People are transforming their lives and their environment by “going green.” If you are living the green life, or are looking for a place to start, check out the latest design by Logic3 – a PSP/DS/GBA SP Solar Panel Charger!

The PSP/DS/GBA SP Solar Panel Charger is perfect for gamers who are looking to go green and save a buck doing it. If you want to conserve energy, lower the electricity bill, or if you’ve lost your charger while you were traveling, this is the perfect addition to your video game periphery collection. It’s convenient, simple, and portable – making it suitable for your every day gaming lifestyle.

As the name suggests, this product is compatible with the Playstation Portable, Nintendo DS, and the Gameboy Advance SP. The Logic3 Solar Panel Charger set comes with the cables you will need to get it working with your handheld device. Just plug it in and start charging your PSP, DS, or GBA SP under the light.

The solar panels need any light to get it working, whether it is artificial room light or direct sunlight. Your PSP, DS, or GBA SP will be fully charged in approximately 8 hours. The charger will also power your system under cloudy conditions; however, it may take a little longer to fully charge your device. It has a built in 1800 Li-ion battery, so you won’t have to worry about picking one up and wondering about its compatibility.

So if you are ready to take that step in making a difference in the world, but want to game along the way, the PSP/DS/GBA SP Solar Panel Charger is for you! This will definitely save you in the long run since you will not be using any power outlets in your home. It will also make traveling easier because you can charge on the go and you won’t have to worry about where you last placed your charger before it’s time to check out!

Start going green with the PSP/DS/GBA SP Solar Panel Charger by adding it to your cart today!

PSP Slim Aluminum Case and Stand: A Smart Way to Protect Your PSP

Here is an excellent way of protecting your PSP from getting scratched or damaged. Check out the PSP Slim Aluminum Case and Stand! This user-friendly case comes in a compact shape that can store your PSP comfortably. Besides, it has the required space to fit in two memory cards to use with the PSP. The case is tough and highly durable.

Also, the stylish look of the aluminum case and stand complements the ultra modern PSP gaming device. No need to extra careful when you are playing games, checking your mail, latest videos, or listening to some music on your PSP! The PSP Slim Aluminum Case and Stand is there to keep your PSP safe, and you tension free.

Give your handy PSP a place to rest! The PSP Slim Aluminum Case and Stand will also protect your device from finger prints and dust. The sleek edge finish gives it a smart and attractive look. You can enjoy playing your video games while your PSP is safely secure in this aluminum case. It is easy to hold, and is lightweight and thin.

This case is not bulky, and can comfortably allow you to fit the PSP inside your shirt pocket. Moreover, you can fold the case easily over 270 degrees, making it a stand, which will help you enjoy your movies and videos, allowing your hands to rest at the same time. The aluminum case is anodized, rendering it shock proof. Besides, for extra protection, the holder at the back is made from rubber, and protects the PSP console from potential hazards. The soft and durable silicon used inside makes the PSP Slim Aluminum Case and Stand shock resistant.

The versatile PSP Slim Aluminum Case and Stand is a great choice for your PSP gaming device. Take the maximum fun of watching the latest videos, films, and playing video games with this mini PSP Slim Aluminum Case and Stand.

Datel Tool Batteries Rundown: What's available and what should I get?

The Datel Tool Battery is a special premodified battery with a modified EEPROM that will boot the PSP into service mode. Using widely available homebrew software you'll be able to restore a bricked PSP/upgrade firmware etc. Once done, and your PSP is fixed the way you want it, it's also possible to convert the battery back to a 'normal' battery and so use it in your PSP like an original battery.



There are two flavours of battery available - one for the original 'phat' PSP and one for the PSP Slim. Makes sure you pick up the right one for your PSP, as they're not interchangable.



An alternative solution is the Datel Battery Service Tool. This extremely useful device can convert any genuine Sony battery (it won't work on 3rd party batteries) into a service-mode Tool battery and back to normal again. And again. And again. It's a great value solution if you need to fix more than one PSP, or want a long term option if you need to switch between the two modes a lot.

How to Play PSP Games on a VGA PC Monitor

Many gamers find that they prefer to use their PC monitors for their gaming, whether because their VGA monitor offer a bigger or better quality screen or simply for the sake of convenience. While there have been VGA solutions for the Xbox 360, Wii, PS2 and PS3 for some time, until now there’s been no way to play your PSP on a VGA PC screen.

Using the XCM 1080p VGA box along with a PSP Lite (oops, sorry Nintendo) PSP Slim Component cable, not only can you play your PSP games on your monitor, you can do it in high definition. This feature only works on the new PSP Slim model as it allows video output.

The XCM VGA box is designed to convert a HD component signal from a next gen console (PS3, 360 or Wii) into a VGA signal that can be played on a standard monitor, maintaing the high definition format and suffering no picture quality degradation. It also has a passthrough so you can connect your PC to it at the same time and just flick between your console/PC with the switch (if you’re feeling extra techy you can wire up more than one console with a component switch box as well, but there’ll be time for that in another post…)

The great news is that the XCM VGA box works with the PSP Slim using a standard PSP Component cable. The display is a little bordered to reflect the smaller screen used on the PSP but retains the high resolution and vibrant colours that would appear on the PSP itself, there's no picture degradation. It’s a simple eight step process to get your PSP Slim running on your PC screen. Here are the instructions:

1. Connect the PSP Slim Component Cable to the XCM 1080p VGA box.
2. Connect the 1080p VGA USB power cord to your PC
3. Turn on 1080p VGA Box.
4. Turn on PSP Slim.
5. In the PSP menu, select ‘Switch video output’ and set the ‘Display video output on a connected device’.
6. If there is no picture on your monitor, switch ‘input format on/off on the VGA Box.
7. Some monitors don’t support 480i resolution, so you may need to set your PSP to output 480p.
8. Enjoy the games!

To use your PSP Lite on a normal HDTV screen that natively accepts a component input, you just need to plug your PSP Component Cable into your TV and follow this condensed tutorial:

1. Connect the PSP Slim Component Cable from your PSP into your TV.
2. Turn on PSP Slim.
3. In the PSP menu, select ‘Switch video output’ and set the ‘Display video output on a connected device’.
4. For the best quality picture, set your PSP to output 480p.
5. Enjoy the games!