Three of the best

Impressive trio of titles for PS3 showcased at Games Convention in Leipzig.

As well as unveiling a line-up of spectacular titles published in-house, Sony Computer Entertainment Europe showed off some of the best forthcoming titles from other publishers due for release on PlayStation 3 and PlayStation Network.

EA SPORTS FIFA 09
The world's greatest console football game returns with a multi-platform release and PS3 scores the first goal with the release of EA SPORTS FIFA 09, which will offer a wealth of exclusive content available only to PS3 owners.

The release of FIFA 09 will also mark the kick-off of the FIFA Interactive World Cup 2008-09, a worldwide search for the greatest FIFA players on the PS3. Regional challenges will seek out the best players from countries across the world, culminating in a showdown to find the top FIFA player on the planet.

If you fancy your chances of being the video gaming equivalent of Ronaldo, then the FIWC tournament is your chance to show it.

Burnout Paradise
Welcome to the future of entertainment. The multi-award winning Burnout Paradise is to be made available as downloadable content through PlayStation Network.

Featuring all the extras made available for the game since its release in January 2008, Burnout Paradise is the game that's always changing.

Set in Paradise City, an open world driving playground built for high speed fun that is best experienced with friends online,  Burnout Paradise gives you the freedom to enjoy and explore the game at your own pace, play events in the order you prefer, progress and unlock new content and have fun with your friends online. 

Playing online has never been easier with the intuitive EasyDrive system making going online a seamless and easy experience. A host of exciting and varied game modes await including Marked Man, Road Rage and Stunt Run, a selection of incredible vehicles, from all kinds of cars to the all new motorbikes.

There are hundreds of challenges to take on, now including against-the-clock gameplay and leaderboards plus the in-game calendar and news page. More content will continue to arrive in the future including Trophy support.

GTI Club+
The arcade racing favourite makes its long awaited console debut on PlayStation Network in an updated version of the much loved racer, which first came out in 1996.

A free roaming racer for up to eight players, GTI Club+ retains every aspect which made the original popular including the numerous rally cars available and handbrake feature for sharp turns plus the title is brought bang up-to-date running at intense speeds with retuned HD graphics.

All new online options allow players to compete across the world in a variety of challenges and work their way up a worldwide leaderboard while at the same time retaining the best in old-school gameplay and offering excellent value for money. This is one for the speed freaks.