Sony announced that the EPIX movies application will becoming to the PlayStation 3 and PlayStation Vita later this year.
According to a post on the Official PlayStation Blog, the EPIX app for PS3 will launch later this quarter, with the app for PS Vita following in the spring. EPIX is premium entertainment network that features new film releases and classic feature films, world-class concerts, comedy specials, sports, and other forms of original programming.
"We're thrilled to join forces with Sony Computer Entertainment to offer subscribers a unique and unparalleled experience," Mark Greenberg, EPIX CEO and President said in a press release. "This is another important step in our mission to provide the best content in every way consumers want it, creating better entertainment experiences using our premium content, and by working with technology partners and our distribution partners."
Here is the official statement from SCEA' senior vice president of business development, Phil Rosenberg:
"At PlayStation, we're always looking for new opportunities to give our fans the best entertainment options on our devices. Today we're proud to share that EPIX, the premium entertainment network, will bring its library of more than 3,000 new release and classic feature films, world-class concerts, comedy specials, sports, and other original programming to PS3 and PS Vita owners across the U.S. this year.
In case you're not familiar, EPIX is currently available through cable, satellite, and telco TV providers, online, and via other devices. The application will be free to download on PSN, and EPIX subscribers will be able to instantly stream a broad range of movies and entertainment content, including many new and popular releases like Mission: Impossible Ghost Protocol, The Hunger Games, Thor, and much more.
The EPIX app for PS3 will launch this quarter, with the app for PS Vita to follow later in the spring. Look for more news about EPIX here on the PlayStation.Blog as we get closer to launch!"
There is already an EPIX app available for Microsoft's Xbox 360 and Xbox Live Gold members can sign-up for a free 14-day trial period with the use of a credit card.
Hopefully, the PlayStation 3 and PlayStation Vita version will come with a similar offer for new customers of EPIX's service. EPIX is also free with certain TV subscription or cable providers. You can check if your cable provider is listed on EPIX's webpage.
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