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With more and more people picking up the Sony PSP each day, it's no surprise that we frequently get emails from people asking where and how they can download PSP games. It's a great feature of the PSP so we thought we would throw together a quick guide about this topic.

A lot more people are now using PSP game downloads instead of buying PSP games at the stores. It's cheaper to download PSP games and you don't even have to leave the house! You just have to fire up your computer anytime you feel like trying a new game.

We wanted to show you your options to finding PSP game downloads - here are the three most common choices:

Option #1 - Free PSP Game Downloads

The first thing many people looking for PSP downloads do is bring up their favorite search engine and type in "free PSP game downloads". They click the trusty search button and take a look at what comes up.

Will it work?

Unfortunately, it doesn't usually bring up anything worthwhile. You will find some websites that claim to offer "free PSP game downloads" but there's a few problems you need to know about first.

First, these sites are famous for having all sorts of viruses. Many of the files aren't a PSP file at all - they're just a virus or type spyware that will cause problems on your computer. There's no one monitoring these websites so you can never know exactly what you are getting.

Second problem - super slow download speeds. There is no one investing money in these sites so the downloads tend to very sluggish.

Unfortunately many of the files that are on these sites don't even end up working. There are many "corrupt" files out there which means they won't do a darn thing when you put them on your PSP.

As you can probably imagine we aren't going to recommend these websites. They put your computer at risk and can waste a lot of your time as well.

Option #2 - Finding Free PSP Downloads

This option was extremely popular at one time and still is used by quite a few people.

You can find websites that offer PSP downloads when you sign up as a member. They allow you to download PSP games, movies, music and more whenever you want. There is a fee for these websites (about $30 a month) and you just login when you want to find a new game.

We won't spend a lot of time on this option simply because the third one is a whole lot cheaper and gets you the same type of access to PSP downloads.

Option #3 - How To Find PSP Downloads

As you might have guessed, we saved our 'top pick' for last. This final option is what we recommend choosing if you want to use PSP game downloads on your PSP.

There are websites that are the exact same as the sites in option #2, but they only charge a one-time membership fee. You are only ever billed once and are then considered a lifetime member. You can login and download as many PSP games, movies or music for the rest of the time that you own your PSP.

The membership isn't expensive ($35-$45) and this includes all the software you need to transfer the files onto your PSP.

We included a link at the end of this article so you can learn how to start a free trial at a couple of the top-ranked PSP download websites. The setup should take you in around 5-10 minutes.

The nice thing about using these websites is that you are sure to find the newest games and be able to download quickly on your computer. The businesses that run these websites are in it to make some money so they do what it takes to keep their customers satisfied. This means fast downloads, up-to-date game selections and downloads that are guaranteed to work.

These PSP download websites have already amassed a big customer base and we can only imagine that they will continue to grow in popularity as more people find out about this option. It's definately the easiest way to build up a huge library of games for your system. We should probably give you one warning though - it's extremely addictive! Good luck!

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The "Legend of Zelda" is one of the all time bestsellers in the video game genre. A major feather in the cap for game and console giant Nintendo, the game and its subsequent sequels are thought to have sold between 47 and 52 million copies the world over, and the numbers are still steadily climbing.

The storyline is a variation on a common theme: Link, the hero, must save Princess Zelda from the villain, Ganondorf Dragmire. Ganon is on the hunt for a relic known as the Triforce. Each game is an intricate and enjoyable mix of standard platform play, combines racing with puzzle elements, and also features role playing, which made it an instant hit with Dungeon & Dragon (D&D) aficionados.

A Brief History in Zelda's Time

1986 is the year that the original "Legend of Zelda" is released. A single player adventure game rated "E" by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB), it was specifically designed for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES), although at this point it has been reformatted to also play on other platforms. Young Link must rescue Zelda from Ganon, all the while finding a number of pieces that make up the Triforce of Wisdom. It plays a lot like a D&D game and was an instant hit.

1987 saw the release of "Zelda II: The Adventure of Link," an amazingly swift sequel to the initial Zelda release. Another offering for the NES system, this sequel is a role playing game (RPG) and surprisingly one of the least popular of the series. Granted, the fact that it is a distinct departure from the tried and true arcade and at-home console games may have had something to do with the chilly reception.

1992 is the year that Nintendo had dealt a mortal blow to Sega in the North American console wars, and "The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past" saw the light of day as a Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) game. With much improved graphics, it is a return to the action of the original game but also introduces the concept of the parallel universe, allowing Link to travel in both worlds.

1993 was the year that Nintendo released "The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening" for the handheld Game Boy platform. It features Link who is seeking to escape an island by awaking the guardian of the locale. Zelda or the Triforce do not feature in this game.

1998 the game returned with "The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time." Made for Nintendo 64 and expanded to include the 1999 DD and 2001 GameCube platforms, it tells the tale of the story before "Zelda I," making it a classic prequel. Link plays as a boy as well as an adult with the help of time travel.

2000 was another good year for the Nintendo 64 when "The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask" was released. The storyline is highly complex, leading to extensive praise by critics and players alike. The one fly in the ointment was the need for the RAM add-on Nintendo 64 Expansion Pak, but loyal Zelda fans did not waver in their affection and purchased it. Link is able to transform into difference characters with different abilities, depending on the mask he wears. The mask also changes game play, making this one of the most intricate games to date.

2001 saw another development for Game Boy Color with the release of "The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons" and "Oracle of Ages." Together they form an original game and a sequel in which Link continues on the mission and saves Zelda. With breathtaking colors, the one complaint from actual players was the less than stellar audio quality of the Game Boy Color, which forced audiences who became accustomed to a certain level of auditory ingenuity to endure the age old "beep" of video games.

2003 saw the first game specifically designed for the GameCube. Entitled "The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker," showcases stunning graphics and rather prolonged loading times. To gloss over this design flaw, Nintendo had Link approach various locales through slow and prolonged sailing, allowing the loading process to continue without game play interruption.

2004 is the year of "The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Adventures" for GameCube. Link battles his evil counterpart - rather reminiscent of Mario battling his evil twin in 2002's "Super Mario Sunshine" - following the usual story line.

2005 brought a release for the Game Boy Advance known as "The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap." It reintroduces the four swords of prior games, and invites Link to fight familiar foes.

2006 is a first for Nintendo's Zelda. It is the first time that a game is released concurrently for two platforms - Wii and the GameCube - and that the game went from the friendly ESRB "E" to a rather more ominous "T" for teen rating. Called "The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess," it is the more realistic depiction of violence and also blood that sent raters to eye the game with a bit of wariness. Truth be told, this is the grown up Zelda game that no longer features the little boy Link but instead showcases the more mature warrior.

2007 is the year of the last installment entitled "The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass," which was aimed at the Nintendo DS platform and is the long awaited sequel to "The Wind Waker." Link is once again the little boy and critics welcomed the game with open arms.

Getting To Know Link

Link is the undisputed protagonist of the Zelda series, even as the game is named for the maiden he forever seeks to rescue. Although his age varies between preteen and more mature teen, he is a character specifically designed to appeal to the majority of players. To this end, game developers endowed him with quintessential hero qualities that players could identify with or at least aspire to: valor, bravery, loyalty, humility, and smarts.

Players are quick to acknowledge that perhaps the most endearing quality of Link's character is his ability to grow and learn from experiences as the game progresses. Although relationship forging in video games is not unheard of, at the time the original Zelda games were released, this was a major improvement. Link was no longer a linear character that would be constantly the same, but he became a person with likes and dislikes, friends and acquaintances.

It is a curious inconsistency that Link initially presents himself as a left handed warrior, but in between games changes to right handed action.

Link's Friends and Foes

Each game features an extensive cast and crew, but the most commonly returning characters are of course Link, Zelda, Ganon, and occasionally Tingle.

Constantly requiring Link's assistance is Princess Zelda. A quintessential teen incarnation of a princess, she has blond hair, blue eyes, and performs a variety of tasks in response to Link's solving of a puzzle or collecting a number of needed items. She does magic and serves as the bridge between sequences. One cannot help but notice that Link and Zelda hint at possible romantic involvement in future teen oriented games.

Ganon, also known as Ganondorf, is the main enemy of Link and Zelda. It is noteworthy that unlike so many video game villains, he actually manages to undergo an evolution and turns from the basic smash and hack antagonist into a Machiavellian prince.

Tingle was an occasional character in the Zelda series that is useful for reading maps. Perhaps he was floated as a trial balloon, or maybe he was supposed to take on a more serious role as time progressed, yet after a few games it became obvious that he was so odd and unable to remain germane to the game that he was dropped.

What Does the Future Hold for Link and Crew?

Fan communities are already second-guessing the next installment in the incomparable Zelda series. Votes are split between a sequel for "Wind Waker" and one for the teen rated "Twilight Princess" edition. As of yet, these conjectures are only buzz, and Nintendo has remained mum.

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Are you looking for a free download of PS3 games? If that is the case then you are on the right track. Why spend $50 to $60 on a new PS3 game when you can download all of the free PS3 games you want from a download site? There have recently been some sites that are creating huge databases of games available for download.

There are a couple of things you should know before downloading free games. First, some websites that offer free downloads are full of spyware and viruses. These are sites you should stay away from. Second, when you use those sites and try and download a game it could take hours or even days. There is a better option.

The best option to use when looking for a free download of PS3 games is to do some research and try and find a site that people are talking about. You could waste hours upon hours like I did, moving from site to site and trying to get a single game downloaded or you could check out this review site and check out the best download sites.

There is a way to get the software you need to do this and you just have to do your research to find it. Fortunately, you won't have to spend alot of time as I did. I have tried a countless number of download sites and there are very few that are any good at all. Most I found would definitely put spyware on your computer and possibly even a virus. That would be worst case scenario. Save money today and check out this site.

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With the changing times, the whole aspect of playing games too have undergone a global transformation. Earlier games were categorized into two parts indoor and outdoor games. While outdoor games comprised mainly of games like football, cricket etc. and indoor games included the likes of chess, ludo etc.

But as the time progressed indoor gaming got another name of video games. These games are the games which are played on screen with the help of remote controllers. This revolution in indoor gaming attracted a lot of people and created a pool of them. With changing times, the gaming concept underwent a remarkable change and Nintendo took the advantage of the situation and brought many games into the market. Earlier these games were only meant for age group up to 15. but later on many companies started to bring games that were meant for adults and teenagers too.

But when Nintendo launched Nintendo Wii, a gaming console meant for every video game fanatic, the reaction of indoor game lovers was there to be seen. This gaming console was efficient in every way to play every kind of game, be it 2D or 3D version.

Along with this gaming console there are many accessories such as sports disc, remote, console stand and many other things that also come with it. Also it has a completely different controller which looks much like a remote control of TV. It is the gaming console meant for the entire family.

Earlier this gaming console was not within the reach of every game lover. But Nintendo understood this problem and with their consistent efforts brought down the price of the console considerably and made it every house hold commodity. Earlier the game CDs used to be very costly but Nintendo has brought down the prices of Nintendo Wii games to a reasonable level. Consumer can now buy these games any where as they are now available at cheap price.

It is expected that in future the prices of Nintendo Wii gaming (Nintendo Wii console and cheap Wii games) will come further down because of the rising competition among the gaming consoles manufacturers, who are trying hard to get at the position at which Nintendo is right now. Also the Nintendo company is trying to cut down the prices of its games in an order to make them more cheaper.

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