If you haven't heard by now, the King of Pop has passed on. That's right, Mr. Michael Jackson died this afternoon at the age of 50. You may be wondering what exactly that has to do with the Thursday PlayStation Store update. Well, the fact is, not much. But it bears mentioning; no matter what your thoughts are on his crazy escapades, or his legal issues, there is no disputing that he was one of the truly iconic and influential figures of most of our childhoods. To not mention something about his passing would simply be overlooking the obvious.

Okay, that's out of the way. Now, let's take a look at what Sony is offering in the Store update tonight. First up for puzzle fans is a downloadable game from Atlus called Droplitz, which is described as "addictive puzzler that’s all about strategically twisting and connecting mismatched dials to save precious droplit" for $9.99.  Next on up on the docket, for those who like their DLC to be a little more free, there's the demo for The BIGS 2. You can also grab the requisite LittleBigPlanet add-ons, including the long awaited Jon Burgerman sticker pack.

Here's the full update. R.I.P. Michael.

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Downloadable Games

Droplitz ($9.99)
Immerse yourself in this addictive puzzler that’s all about strategically twisting and connecting mismatched dials to save precious droplitz. Just making a single junction is child’s play; can you master the art of the combo or will you let your pipes runneth over? With four unique play modes, a variety of board sizes, and infinite replayability, Droplitz promises to drain all your time away.
ESRB Rated E
File size: 144 MB

PSone Classics PS3 / PSP

Mobile Light Force ($5.99)
This classic vertical scrolling shoot ‘em upbrings all the best of arcade action games into your home.
ESRB Rated E
File size: 69 MB

Game Demos (free)

The BIGS 2 Demo
The BIG LEAGUES just got BIGGER! The BIGS 2 allows fans to experience heroic gameplay, legendary game modes and incredible player models. Experience a 3 inning game between the American and National League All Stars, as well as Home Run Derby Pinball in the all new Las Vegas level. The BIGS gets BIGGER 7.7.09!
File size: 562 MB

Add-on Game Content

High Velocity Bowling 60’s Surf Ball Pack ($0.99)
File size: 5.08 MB

High Velocity Bowling Tiki Polynesian Ball Pack ($0.99)
File size: 5.52 MB

LittleBigPlanet Summer Solstice Costume (free)
File size: 1.04 MB

LittleBigPlanet Artists Sitcker Pack - Jon Burgerman ($1.99)
File size: 1.04 MB

MotorStorm Pacific Rift Wombat Signature Livery Pack (free)
File size: 100 KB

Cross Edge Mystery Synth Pack (free)
File size: 111 KB

Cross Edge Mighty Rare Pack (free)
File size: 111 KB

Cross Edge Additional Dungeon 1 (free)
File size: 111 KB

Disgaea 3: Absence Of Justice Class World Command Attack Mode ($3.99)
File size: 1.23 MB

Cuboid Bundle Pack ($4.99)
File size: 100 KB

Cuboid Level Editor ($3.99)
File size: 100 KB

Cuboid Booster Pack ($2.99)
File size: 100 KB

Guitar Hero World Tour
For all song credits please visit www.guitarhero.com.

  • “Chalk Dust Torture (Live)” by Phish ($1.99)
  • “Down With Disease (Live)” by Phish ($1.99)
  • “Sample In A Jar (Live)” by Phish ($1.99)
  • Phish Live Track Pack ($5.49)

File sizes: 52 MB - 63 MB (singles), 169 MB (track pack)

Rock Band
Build your Rock Band library by purchasing these song game tracks. For song credits, visit www.RockBand.com.

  • “Little of Your Time” — Maroon 5 ($1.99)
  • “Makes Me Wonder” — Maroon 5 ($1.99)
  • “Wake Up Call” — Maroon 5 ($1.99)
  • “Maroon 5 Pack 1 ($5.49)
  • “21st Century (Digital Boy)” — Bad Religion ($1.99)
  • “The Downfall of Us All” — A Day to Remember ($1.99)
  • “The Flood” — Escape the Fate ($1.99)
  • “I Didn’t Say I Was Powerful, I Said I Was a Wizard” — Chiodos ($1.99)
  • “Reinventing Your Exit” — Underoath ($1.99)
  • Warped Tour 2009 Pack 1 ($8.49)
  • “Alive” — Pearl Jam ($1.99)
  • “Brother” — Pearl Jam ($1.99)
  • “State of Love and Trust” — Pearl Jam ($1.99)
  • Pearl Jam “Ten” Bonus Pack ($5.49)

File sizes: 21 MB - 42 MB (singles), 94 MB - 140 MB (track pack)

Game Videos (free)

inFAMOUS Commercial
File size: 23 MB (HD)

Mini Ninjas Gameplay Trailer
File size: 56 MB (HD)

Mini Ninjas Hiro Trailer
File size: 55 MB (HD)

Monster Hunter Freedom Unite Handover Video
File size: 55 MB (HD)

Monster Hunter Freedom Unite Hunt Video
File size: 101 MB (HD)

The Saboteur E3 Trailer
File size: 85 MB (HD)

Darksiders Story Trailer
File size: 51 MB (HD)

The BIGS 2 Legendary Catches & Big Slams
File size: 50 MB (HD)

The BIGS 2 Teaser Trailer
File size: 78 MB (HD)

PS3 Themes

Battlefield 1943 Theme (free)
File size: 3.77 MB

Elven X III Theme ($1.49)
File size: 5.95 MB

PlayStation Store for PSP

Downloadable Games

Brothers in Arms D-Day ($14.99) (also available from PS3 storefront)
On the night before D-Day, the 101st Airborne parachuted behind enemy lines in Normandy. The hopes of the free world rested upon their shoulders.
ESRB Rated M
File size: 1.05 GB

Chessmaster: The Art of Learning ($19.99) (also available from PS3 storefront)
The world’s best program for beginners and advanced players. Play the best selling chess program for the first time on PSP.
ESRB Rated E
File size: 84 MB

Driver 76 ($19.99) (also available from PS3 storefront)
Take to the streets of 1976 New York, in this action packed, Hollywood style driving game, where you can become the ultimate godfather of the street racing!
ESRB Rated M
File size: 637 MB

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles ($19.99) (also available from PS3 storefront)
Based on the CGI TMNT movie, Ubisoft’s TMNT video game takes place in New York City, a city plagued with fast-moving shadows and attacks from strange creatures. Could the wealthy and mysterious Max Winters be involved? New York City needs the Turtles now more than ever but they face their most trying time both as heroes and as brothers.
ESRB Rated E10+
File size: 864 MB

Add-on Game Content

Dynasty Warriors Strikeforce Pack 2 (free) (also available from PS3 storefront)
File size: 1.13 MB

Rock Band Unplugged (also available from PS3 storefront)
Build your Rock Band Unplugged library by purchasing these song game tracks. For song credits, visit www.RockBand.com.

  • “Afterlife” — Avenged Sevenfold ($1.99)
  • “Dr. Feelgood”— Motley Crue ($1.99)

File sizes: 20 MB - 22 MB

PSP Themes

Elven X PSP Theme 5 ($0.99) (also available from PS3 storefront)
File size: 545 KB

Elven X PSP Theme 6 ($0.99) (also available from PS3 storefront)
File size: 661 KB