Sony will shutter the PlayStation Store on PSP in Japan on March 31, 2016.

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According to Sony's announcement (via Gematsu ), PSP content will no longer be available for purchase through the handheld's online store. Anything you’ve purchased previously will still be available for download, though.For clarity, the closure only affects those on PSP. If you have access to a PlayStation 3 or PS Vita, you’ll be able to purchase PSP content on those platforms.Sony also announced it's closing its UMD Passport Service in Japan on March 31. For those who don't know, the service enables UMD owners to purchase a digital version of their content for a small fee.Be sure to check out IGN's PSP Editor Choice archives for a look at the handheld's best titles. While you're at it, go read our review of Phantasy Star Portable 2

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