Sony Online Entertainment have announced a new contest heralding the release of Field Commander for the PSP. The contest is not open to everyone, however, and is only extended to those in the armed forces currently (and actively) serving overseas far away from their home. Luckily, Sony will also allow submissions from relatives and loved ones of the avid gamers who may not have the time (or means) to send submissions.

The contest is simple, and the prizes are well worth the sub-250 words that must be typed. To enter, simply take 10 minutes out of your day, and write a short essay (of no more than 250 words) including your current role in the military, where you are stationed, and what your gaming habits include.

What's the loot you ask? From the tons of submissions they receive, there will be a total of 5 winners, each fitted out with a $500 gift certificate to Sonystyle.com, and 2 copies of the following PSP games: Field Commander, Untold Legends Brotherhood of the Blade, Untold Legends The Warrior's Code, GripShift and Frantix, and 2 spiffy Field Commander t-shirts.

The contest will start this May 10th and end on May 20th (Armed Forces Day), with Field Commander releasing on May 23rd. Send your entries to [FieldCommanderPromo_at_soe.sony.com]. More details on this contest can be found [here].