We saw a substantial gameplay demo, including plenty of drama between Nate and Elena, a car chase ending with Nate jumping onto a fleeing cargo plane, and a very cinematic fistfight ending in one of Drake's trademark precarious situations. This demo ended with rapturous applause and cheers -- the biggest response of the event by far.

The price is dropping globally with immediate effect. In the U.S. it will now cost $249. More .

Sony also confirmed that its 24 inch 3D PlayStation-branded TV would be coming to Europe for 499 Euros including 2 pairs of glasses.

Sony's event held a few small surprises, but the most exciting thing for fans at Gamescom is the public's first opportunity to get their hands on Vita. The company will be counting on building momentum for the device, particularly as it now looks like it won't release before the holiday season of this year. This would explain the press conference's focus on Vita, its features and its games, above all else.