Does the VITA link to other devices; for example could you use the VITA touch-screen as your controller, while the game actually plays on a big TV or computer monitor? I only ask because I am not comfortable playing games on a little screen.

There is a vita tv being released in the us in December and I would look into that if I were you.

I play PC games - but some games do play better with a touch screen interface.

I'm looking forward to playing it. I wasn't too fond of the controls, so I hope I have the option to use the mouse this time. I think the graphics already look good, but a polish might make them look even better.