6 Months Ago, GameFocus says (in Sony Considering Digital Rentals for PSP?)  Canada
Rumors have been circulating since earlier this year that a new PSP model will ship without a UMD media drive, opting instead for an all-digital distribution model. The company released Patapon 2 as a download-only title as a "test case" in April, ...

7 Months Ago, Popzara says (in Confirmed: Patapon 2 Ditches UMD For PSN-Only Release)  Overland Park
Patapon 2, the rhythm 'n buttom-smashing game with the cuteness (and looks) of LocoRoco and gameplay of PaRappa is set to exclusively hit Sony's PlayStation Network for the low price of $15. In a twist, players can also pick up a retail box at stores ...