Official Playstation 3 Thread

[Paranoidandroid]

Alrighttt just got my PS3 :)

Now how do gameshares work? Is there a catch to it (i.e. limited play, not being able to use your own account)? I want to gameshare Tekken and Wipeout and was wondering how I would go by doing that.

[Setz]

Alrighttt just got my PS3 :)

Now how do gameshares work? Is there a catch to it (i.e. limited play, not being able to use your own account)? I want to gameshare Tekken and Wipeout and was wondering how I would go by doing that.

You pay someone to buy the game, and they give you the login details of the account it was bought on. You can then download it for free, at full functionality.

[Paranoidandroid]

That's a relief. I saw a topic on GameFAQs that said it locks you out for 24 hours when another user is playing.

In that case, does anyone want to share Wipeout and Tekken? :D

EDIT: Here's a thread stating that Wipeout can't be fully shared. I hope it's not true!
http://forums.gametrailers.com/showthread.php?t=558725

[marcopolo85]

EDIT: Here's a thread stating that Wipeout can't be fully shared. I hope it's not true!
http://forums.gametrailers.com/showthread.php?t=558725

You can share wipeout HD. We have had a couple groups do it now here on rfd.

[thechampion116]

my wireless is messed up otherwise I'd be on PS3 playing LBP. Its just getting a bad connection because I had to move the location of the router.

[sfu_lifer]

I am thoroughly convinced LBP will get GotY now. Just finished a 90 minute campaign with marcopolo85 and it's been the most fun I've had in a game in a long time. Did the Shadow of the Colossus level, the Wipeout HD level, the Uncharted level, the Rickroll level, and some others. The ingenuity of some people is truly astounding. People who think this game is just purely for fun, you're sorely mistaken. It's very competitive too. If you get 2nd place, I guess it's common practice to smack around the victor a bit, during the scoreboard or after.

also LOL at the level where the rocket split in half and totally destroyed the level. good laughs were had by me.

Far Cry 2 got 94% from PC Gamer UK. Only three games (if memory serves me right) have got higher: Half Life, Half Life 2, Quake 2. The magazine scans are great, and really dives into the game.
I totally missed out on the beta. Anyone know if there are still keys available for the US/NA? I got mine pre-ordered hopefully i can get the Kratos beanie.
MS must be kicking themselves bigtime for passing this gem over.

I think this is the first real must-have game for the PS3 as this crosses all sorts of boundaries, from casual to hardcore.

[Setz]

I totally missed out on the beta. Anyone know if there are still keys available for the US/NA? I got mine pre-ordered hopefully i can get the Kratos beanie.
MS must be kicking themselves bigtime for passing this gem over.

I think this is the first real must-have game for the PS3 as this crosses all sorts of boundaries, from casual to hardcore.

Yeah, especially since MM said that it would have gone on the 360 if it had mandatory hard-drive (some SKU don't have HD).

If I get an extra beta code I'll send you on. I'm looking everywhere for them.

Oh, I'm checking if I can gameshare the beta. I sent my login details to a friend to see if we can both play on 1 code. Will post results later. He's downloading it now and it hasn't booted me from the game, so it might just work.

[thechampion116]

Yeah, especially since MM said that it would have gone on the 360 if it had mandatory hard-drive (some SKU don't have HD).

If I get an extra beta code I'll send you on. I'm looking everywhere for them.

Oh, I'm checking if I can gameshare the beta. I sent my login details to a friend to see if we can both play on 1 code. Will post results later. He's downloading it now and it hasn't booted me from the game, so it might just work.

you might get booted.

I read a post on another forum about a guy who had two PS3's and he tried that on his 2nd console and it got him banned.

[sfu_lifer]

Yeah, especially since MM said that it would have gone on the 360 if it had mandatory hard-drive (some SKU don't have HD).

If I get an extra beta code I'll send you on. I'm looking everywhere for them.

Oh, I'm checking if I can gameshare the beta. I sent my login details to a friend to see if we can both play on 1 code. Will post results later. He's downloading it now and it hasn't booted me from the game, so it might just work.
Thanks man but better not risk it. I guess I can wait a month as I got a huge backlog of games at the moment :).

[Setz]

you might get booted.

I read a post on another forum about a guy who had two PS3's and he tried that on his 2nd console and it got him banned.

Game sharing, or sharing the code? I know if you activate the beta code on two PS3s it bans you, but if you gameshare it I have no idea. He's at 70% downloaded and still hasnt booted me

It's successful so far. We're both playing and neither of us are booted. Maybe it takes time, but I'll get back to you guys in the morning whether or not we were kicked.

Eep, looks like I was banned. I can't open the beta anymore. Darnit. If anyone has an extra code. :(

If anyone has an extra code, I need one badly!

[thechampion116]

Game sharing, or sharing the code? I know if you activate the beta code on two PS3s it bans you, but if you gameshare it I have no idea. He's at 70% downloaded and still hasnt booted me

It's successful so far. We're both playing and neither of us are booted. Maybe it takes time, but I'll get back to you guys in the morning whether or not we were kicked.

Eep, looks like I was banned. I can't open the beta anymore. Darnit. If anyone has an extra code. :(

If anyone has an extra code, I need one badly!

well it still has to activate on the second PS3 even during a gameshare. Most people don't notice it but when you download games from another account onto a new PS3, it starts off by activating, and then downloading.

[CFRTim]

Game sharing, or sharing the code? I know if you activate the beta code on two PS3s it bans you, but if you gameshare it I have no idea. He's at 70% downloaded and still hasnt booted me

It's successful so far. We're both playing and neither of us are booted. Maybe it takes time, but I'll get back to you guys in the morning whether or not we were kicked.

Eep, looks like I was banned. I can't open the beta anymore. Darnit. If anyone has an extra code. :(

If anyone has an extra code, I need one badly!

There you go Setz, I know you shikaked the first beta key. This one it's only $64

http://cgi.ebay.com/LBP-Little-Big-Planet-BETA-Key-Code-for-PS3-USA-ONLY_W0QQitemZ120311770258QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item 120311770258&_trksid=p3286.m63.l1177

[thechampion116]

Game sharing, or sharing the code? I know if you activate the beta code on two PS3s it bans you, but if you gameshare it I have no idea. He's at 70% downloaded and still hasnt booted me

It's successful so far. We're both playing and neither of us are booted. Maybe it takes time, but I'll get back to you guys in the morning whether or not we were kicked.

Eep, looks like I was banned. I can't open the beta anymore. Darnit. If anyone has an extra code. :(

If anyone has an extra code, I need one badly!

forgot to tell you the code I sent you was for NA accounts. it was from ign.

[Paranoidandroid]

I noticed that when I turn off my system, my TV makes a crackling sound. I'm hoping it's just my HDMI cable that is faulty, but it happens to my 360 as well. Is this normal?

[Sheky]

Anyone got in on the Euro beta for Killzone 2?

[Thalo]

Planning on buying a PS3 and have some questions. Basically, just want to make sure all my assumptions are correct. I'm mainly buying it 'cause Iron Man is coming out tomorrow and I want a Blue Ray player and want to stop buying those archaic DVD things. The fact that it plays games is a nice extra.

These are my assumptions based on what I've read about it, can anyone tell me if one or more of my assumptions are wrong?

-Plays BlueRay, DVD, CD
-The game controller is good enough to control movies, a blu-ray remote isn't needed
-Plays DivX and other popular formats of video from CDs, DVDs or other media
-media/files can easily be copied onto the device via USB fobs and readily accepts sony memory sticks.
-wireless works well with a wireless computer network and files can easily be transferred that way
-online gaming is free
-plays all PS1 and PS2 games
-standard HDMI cable can be used to connect to TV
-comes with 1 (or 2?) controller(s)
-doesn't break down as frequently as 360

[Canadianpsycho]

Most of your assumptions are correct, however:


-Plays DivX and other popular formats of video from CDs, DVDs or other media
-media/files can easily be copied onto the device via USB fobs and readily accepts sony memory sticks.
-wireless works well with a wireless computer network and files can easily be transferred that way
-plays all PS1 and PS2 games
-comes with 1 (or 2?) controller(s)
-doesn't break down as frequently as 360

-Plays divx but doesn't play all divx files.
-PS3 doesn't come with a card reader anymore.
-The newer 80 GB model has no PS2 emulation. You'll need to track down a Metal Gear Solid 4 bundle for that.
-1 controller
-Newer 360s are a lot more reliable then the older ones but this statement is generally correct.

[Nascar318is]

Well I just cracked.. 80GB PS3 BNIB, HDMI Cable, and Blu-Ray controller for $440 tax and shipping in.. Time to take my $35 worth of Best Buy Rewards and go buy and extra wireless controller on sale for $49.99 and maybe the intec dual charging station..

[Thalo]

What about interoperability with PSP. Is there a way I can simply beam data between the PS3 and PSP via wireless either directly or through my home network?

[madara]

Any idea where I can still find the MGS4 bundle? I'm planning to buy the console really soon. Is there another price drop in the offing?

[Emancipated]

I noticed that when I turn off my system, my TV makes a crackling sound. I'm hoping it's just my HDMI cable that is faulty, but it happens to my 360 as well. Is this normal?

Like Snap, Crackle and Pop? I get that too; I think it's just remnants of electrons shooting off into space.

[Nascar318is]

Like Snap, Crackle and Pop? I get that too; I think it's just remnants of electrons shooting off into space.

What cables are you guys running on your set up? I've noticed this in the past when I was running just rca cables. I upgraded to a better set(at the time) and it stopped, weather it was Video games, dvd player, or satellite.. it would crackle. Now that I have everything on HDMI it completly stopped. So i'm wondering if it's your cables.

[Setz]

Picked up my Silent Hill 5 pre-order, but the clerk said it didn't come with the pre-order bonus, even though it's in flyers and online. >:(

[marcopolo85]

Picked up my Silent Hill 5 pre-order, but the clerk said it didn't come with the pre-order bonus, even though it's in flyers and online. >:(

Call head office and complain. Thats what I always do.

[Emancipated]

What cables are you guys running on your set up? I've noticed this in the past when I was running just rca cables. I upgraded to a better set(at the time) and it stopped, weather it was Video games, dvd player, or satellite.. it would crackle. Now that I have everything on HDMI it completly stopped. So i'm wondering if it's your cables.

HDMI since day one. The symptoms are crackling and almost like static charge being dissipated. I think it's possible the plastic housing of the LCD is heated up so high the plastic is warped on the molecular level and when power sudden stops feeding through the chasis, the cool air causes it to reform back to its original shape. Something like that.

[Setz]

EBGames Canada now has the Metal Gear Solid 4 Bluetooth headset, but I advise you to not buy it. It's 59.99$ instore, but you get the same headset with SOCOM Confrontation (Oct 14th) at 59.99$ (game + headset bundle). I have no idea if the price for the bundle will be ramped up to 79.99$, but I have a feeling EBGames will do this.

[marcopolo85]

EBGames Canada now has the Metal Gear Solid 4 Bluetooth headset, but I advise you to not buy it. It's 59.99$ instore, but you get the same headset with SOCOM Confrontation (Oct 14th) at 59.99$ (game + headset bundle). I have no idea if the price for the bundle will be ramped up to 79.99$, but I have a feeling EBGames will do this.

Im hoping for the same type of deal as the warhawk bundle for $39.99 bestbuy had back in the day, such a steal.

God dammit ive had absolutely no time to play ps3 lately and it kills me cuz I wanna play LBP and socom so bad.

[marcopolo85]

WOW! These screens are insane!
http://i35.tinypic.com/10o4j9h.jpg

http://i34.tinypic.com/28i2ds8.jpg

[CFRTim]

:arrowu: :confused:
KZ2 doesn't look to me any better than COD4

Here is a video of the beta:

http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=clm1Ygk4YE0

[thechampion116]

:arrowu: :confused:
KZ2 doesn't look to me any better than COD4

Here is a video of the beta:

http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=clm1Ygk4YE0

the quality is bad from that video.

From what I've read online, it looks a lot betterthan those screens. as always, you gotta see it with your own eyes and try it for yourself.

[Setz]

the quality is bad from that video.

From what I've read online, it looks a lot betterthan those screens. as always, you gotta see it with your own eyes and try it for yourself.

I think the screens look better than CoD4, even CoD4 on PC with max everything.

[marcopolo85]

:arrowu: :confused:
KZ2 doesn't look to me any better than COD4

Here is a video of the beta:

http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=clm1Ygk4YE0

Seriously dude.... get glasses. How you cannot see the diffrence is beyond me.


Better video:
http://gostv.blip.tv/file/1310407/

[Canadianpsycho]

Wipeout HD is a steal at 20 bucks. What an awesome job they did with it. I know its pretty much a rehash of previous iterations but I'm loving it. Makes me hate having to blink though.

[thechampion116]

Wipeout HD is a steal at 20 bucks. What an awesome job they did with it. I know its pretty much a rehash of previous iterations but I'm loving it. Makes me hate having to blink though.

man, the game is amazing. I swear I completely zoned out for 10 mins playing zone mode. The colours flashing and changing drives me insane in HD.

[ashs]

the wipeout series has always been my favourite racing games. This one is no different, i still remember the last level in wipeout 3( i played it a million times, memorized every turn and finally got a gold medal on it).

[edgedamage]

Seriously dude.... get glasses. How you cannot see the diffrence is beyond me.


Better video:
http://gostv.blip.tv/file/1310407/

Douchebox 360 fanboy in ps3 thread, would you expect any less?

[Setz]

Douchebox 360 fanboy in ps3 thread, would you expect any less?

C'mon, he's contributed a whole lot to this thread as well as the 360 thread.

Bioshock and Eternal Sonata demo are live. Tried the Bioshock demo and it runs very smooth and the controls are solid. Might pick it up if I can find it 49.99$ or less (MRSP is 59.99$ ouch). Eternal Sonata is pretty neat too.

October 21st is a very big day for PS3 owners I guess. LittleBigPlanet, Far Cry 2, Bioshock, Eternal Sonata... these are the four games I want this year and that's it. :)

[Paranoidandroid]

What cables are you guys running on your set up? I've noticed this in the past when I was running just rca cables. I upgraded to a better set(at the time) and it stopped, weather it was Video games, dvd player, or satellite.. it would crackle. Now that I have everything on HDMI it completly stopped. So i'm wondering if it's your cables.
I got the HDMI cables from Monoprice, and I use them for both 360 and PS3. The 360 causes a pop noise when turned off as well, but not as loud as I'm noticing with the PS3.

On another note, does anyone know if I can download (gameshare) Qore off my friend's account? I'd like to try but I want to make sure it won't affect his subscription if I tried.

[marcopolo85]

http://i33.tinypic.com/2qlzpjo.jpg

New cars in gt5p

[CFRTim]

:arrowu:
SWEEEET. New cars? You only posted pics of one. Where is the Citroen?

[marcopolo85]

:arrowu:
SWEEEET. New cars? You only posted pics of one. Where is the Citroen?
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3225/2908390223_a8e58dd200_b.jpg
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3057/2909267100_ff7cab9747_b.jpg
dont get ur panties in a twist :D

[CFRTim]

Very interesting exterior/interior design on that Citroen. I don't think I like it

[marcopolo85]

Some more Killzone 2 shots
http://i33.tinypic.com/2qd5wli.jpg
http://i33.tinypic.com/6dsoix.jpg
http://i34.tinypic.com/2s150nr.jpg
http://i38.tinypic.com/osbm3d.jpg
http://i36.tinypic.com/33vm06o.jpg

[nhui06]

I remember the PS2 version of Killzone 1 was one of the worst games I ever played. Sure the game looked okay but it was boring as hell. You kill the same enemies over and over and over again, and judging by these screen shots, you are killing the same dudes again! Hope they have more variety this time around.

[rdtx2002]

I remember the PS2 version of Killzone 1 was one of the worst games I ever played. Sure the game looked okay but it was boring as hell. You kill the same enemies over and over and over again, and judging by these screen shots, you are killing the same dudes again! Hope they have more variety this time around.

can't you say that for all FPS games?

[Setz]

can't you say that for all FPS games?

The AI in Killzone was very predictable, and very easy to terminate. Some FPS AI adapts to your playstyle and act accordingly. Killzone was just a poorly made game, but the online was very fun, and I expect the same of KZ2. I'll probably pick it up when it's 40$ or less and only for the multiplayer. Singleplayer FPS games have no lasting value. Once you play it once, most likely you won't play it again, if not only to play on a higher difficulty level.

You guys should check out Far Cry 2, either for PS3, 360, or PC. It's shaping up to be quite the game, with adaptive free-roaming environments. It's basically S.T.A.L.K.E.R. but on a much larger scale (50km wide wilderness, all free-roam like Oblivion or Morrowind). No connection to the previous Far Cry game, although it's a far cry from the original.

[marcopolo85]

The AI in Killzone was very predictable, and very easy to terminate. Some FPS AI adapts to your playstyle and act accordingly. Killzone was just a poorly made game, but the online was very fun, and I expect the same of KZ2. I'll probably pick it up when it's 40$ or less and only for the multiplayer. Singleplayer FPS games have no lasting value. Once you play it once, most likely you won't play it again, if not only to play on a higher difficulty level.

You guys should check out Far Cry 2, either for PS3, 360, or PC. It's shaping up to be quite the game, with adaptive free-roaming environments. It's basically S.T.A.L.K.E.R. but on a much larger scale (50km wide wilderness, all free-roam like Oblivion or Morrowind). No connection to the previous Far Cry game, although it's a far cry from the original.

I guess we will just have to wait till release for killzone 2 to see how the AI is. Sony has been touting Killzone 2 for quite some time now and seem like they are aiming for a blockbuster hit, which im sure it will be.

Is there a multiplayer component to Far Cry2? That will probably sway my decision to pick it up or not.

[nhui06]

can't you say that for all FPS games?

Not necessarily. Halo 3, Half Life 1 and 2 to name a few.. Games that challenge you with variety and nice story lines. Not just simple kill and move onto next room deal.

I am interesed in trying out the first FarCry for my PC. Can't wait to get my hands on the PS3 though.. probably start off with Ratchet and Clank, MGS4 and GTA 4

[Andro]

New cars in gt5p

:arrowu:
SWEEEET. New cars? You only posted pics of one. Where is the Citroen?


dont get ur panties in a twist :D

So when are these cars available for download? are they free to download?

[Super strokey]

So when are these cars available for download? are they free to download?

Im pretty sure they are free in the next update. Man prologue is pretty, i just cant seem to get into it.

[marcopolo85]

So when are these cars available for download? are they free to download?

They should be available now and i believe they are free.
http://blog.us.playstation.com/2008/10/02/gran-turismo-5-prologue-update-available-now-and-includes-new-cars/

[Setz]

I guess we will just have to wait till release for killzone 2 to see how the AI is. Sony has been touting Killzone 2 for quite some time now and seem like they are aiming for a blockbuster hit, which im sure it will be.

Is there a multiplayer component to Far Cry2? That will probably sway my decision to pick it up or not.

There's numerous multiplayer (online, not sure if local or LAN) modes including deathmatch, team deathmatch, a mode that's the equivalent of king of the hill, and a mode that's the equivalent of capture the flag. There may be more, but I am unsure. There is NO co-op online.

[Super strokey]

There's numerous multiplayer (online, not sure if local or LAN) modes including deathmatch, team deathmatch, a mode that's the equivalent of king of the hill, and a mode that's the equivalent of capture the flag. There may be more, but I am unsure. There is NO co-op online.

You sure about the coop part? I thought i read that they were originally not goign to do it but that there was enough demand for them to toss it in so they did or atleast were planning to. I could be wrong though

Edit:
I just realized you were talkign about farcry. My bad

[Setz]

You sure about the coop part? I thought i read that they were originally not goign to do it but that there was enough demand for them to toss it in so they did or atleast were planning to. I could be wrong though

Edit:
I just realized you were talkign about farcry. My bad

LOL

Totally missed the 2nd paragraph and started to get my hopes up LOL

[thechampion116]

killzone2 should have coop. its been rumored for a long time to be a download.

I think the game will be good this time much better than KZ1 which I thought was decent. Single player looks awesome (hopefully its at least 10 hrs). MP so far has been described as a hybrid of multiple popular FPS games including COD4.

I like the classes idea where you can have so many combinations. I like the implementation of multiple game types into one big match (ie/ do best 2 out of 3, one deathmatch, one capture the flag, etc..) I've heard it moves from match to match seamlessly.

Also, the game looks quite amazing.

[Setz]

killzone2 should have coop. its been rumored for a long time to be a download.

I think the game will be good this time much better than KZ1 which I thought was decent. Single player looks awesome (hopefully its at least 10 hrs). MP so far has been described as a hybrid of multiple popular FPS games including COD4.

I like the classes idea where you can have so many combinations. I like the implementation of multiple game types into one big match (ie/ do best 2 out of 3, one deathmatch, one capture the flag, etc..) I've heard it moves from match to match seamlessly.

Also, the game looks quite amazing.

I hope you can change your outfit in KZ2 multiplayer. I don't know why, but small things like taking ingame screenshots or changing outfits in games is a big thing for me. Kind of like in Far Cry (1)'s multiplayer. You can change your clothing, although severely limited.

[thechampion116]

I hope you can change your outfit in KZ2 multiplayer. I don't know why, but small things like taking ingame screenshots or changing outfits in games is a big thing for me. Kind of like in Far Cry (1)'s multiplayer. You can change your clothing, although severely limited.

outfits don't really matter to me as long I can tell enemy from friend.


For those interested in importing White Knight Story here are some details:
http://www.psbeyond.com/news/New-White-Knight-details-emerge.955.html

Story should last 100 hours +
-Graphics will be at 1080P
-Dynamic battle system, allowing you to chose from the regular sized characters or transforming into the colossal white knight.
-Co-op gameplay over the PSN

taken from a japanese article i believe.

[CFRTim]

outfits don't really matter to me as long I can tell enemy from friend.


For those interested in importing White Knight Story here are some details:
http://www.psbeyond.com/news/New-White-Knight-details-emerge.955.html

Story should last 100 hours +
-Graphics will be at 1080P
-Dynamic battle system, allowing you to chose from the regular sized characters or transforming into the colossal white knight.
-Co-op gameplay over the PSN

taken from a japanese article i believe.
100+ hrs.:eek: , who has that kind of time to play one game. I guess I'm getting old. Give me 10-15 hrs. and I'll be happy

[thechampion116]

100+ hrs.:eek: , who has that kind of time to play one game. I guess I'm getting old. Give me 10-15 hrs. and I'll be happy
well its an RPG and I'd assume people who play RPGs would love to play games that long.

I wouldn't but RPGs are not my favourite genre.

[Eternia]

I'd be a bit skeptical of such a large number. I wonder what kind of filler they have to bump that up to 100+ hours. Or maybe they meant for full completion of the main storyline + all sidequests? That would be slightly more believable.

[Nascar318is]

100+ hrs.:eek: , who has that kind of time to play one game. I guess I'm getting old. Give me 10-15 hrs. and I'll be happy


True enough! Give me 8-10 and I'm happy, it's finding the time to play these. When i was a kid I could play a game for 16 hours a day.. Not today :(

[marcopolo85]

Sweet baby jesus, 100 hrs? Who has time for that? Atleast you will be getting your moneys worth if u actually play it for that long.

Some pretty nice Mirrors Edge screens:
http://ps3media.ign.com/ps3/image/article/916/916177/mirrors-edge-20081003022943971.jpg
http://ps3media.ign.com/ps3/image/article/916/916177/mirrors-edge-20081003022956190.jpg
http://ps3media.ign.com/ps3/image/article/916/916177/mirrors-edge-20081007000713842.jpg
http://ps3media.ign.com/ps3/image/article/916/916177/mirrors-edge-20081007000718545.jpg
http://ps3media.ign.com/ps3/image/article/916/916177/mirrors-edge-20081003022533471_640w.jpg

[sfu_lifer]

I don't trust EA screenshots. Probably photoshopped to hell.

[thecharlie]

Mirror's Edge looks all right, though I'm pretty sure it'll get me pretty nauseous.

[Canadianpsycho]

I don't trust EA screenshots. Probably photoshopped to hell.

Yeah, definitely bullshots.

[rapsfan12]

sorry if this has been asked already, but has there been a price drop for the 40GB console with the sixaxis controller? i can't imagine that and the 80GB version going for the same price now...i saw a few of them sitting around at my local futureshop...

i wanted the 80GB because it comes with a dualshock 3, but i'd probably need 2 controllers anyway and i could live with getting the 40GB and just getting a dualshock 3 on the side (my friends can use the sixaxis when they come over)...and the extra 40GB space doesn't mean much to me...

[Andro]

Im pretty sure they are free in the next update. Man prologue is pretty, i just cant seem to get into it.

They should be available now and i believe they are free.
http://blog.us.playstation.com/2008/10/02/gran-turismo-5-prologue-update-available-now-and-includes-new-cars/

Thanks, they are available now and they are free too..........downloaded update yesterday :D

[Setz]

They changed the layout of the PS Store. Trailers, gameplay vids, etc is categorized into a section called "Media" now. It might've happened earlier, but I just noticed it last night.

[marcopolo85]

Some interesting tidbits about the sony perpherials comming out for the ps3
http://arstechnica.com/journals/thumbs.ars/2008/10/08/sony-holiday-event-first-party-peripheral-round-up
Sony Holiday Event: first-party peripheral round-up
By Frank Caron | Published: October 08, 2008 - 09:50AM CT
http://media.arstechnica.com/journals/thumbs.media/ars_ps3_periphs.JPG

Sony's first-party peripherals due out this year seemed to be treading over familiar turf: both the wireless headset and the "chat pad" keyboard accessory seemed to be direct responses to comparable Microsoft products for the Xbox 360 rather than new and interesting innovations. On both counts however, Sony managed to one-up the competition with its new peripherals.

Unlike most low-priced Bluetooth headsets, Sony's official entry doesn't leave you wanting something a bit more high-end. The company has managed to stick with the standard BT headset design while encompassing a few neat features that really improve the quality for the price-point. It's the sound quality, obviously the most important factor, that proves to be the selling point. Compared to some equally-priced, mainstream headsets such as the Jabra BT line, Sony's headset offers superior sound quality thanks to its impressive noise cancellation tech.

Other features help to tip the scales in Sony's favor as well; the ability to plug the headset into its included charging dock and use it instantly as a standing microphone is also quite welcome. The integration with the PS3 firmware is obviously hard to match with any other headset. This will be especially true when the coming firmware update adds in the headset battery indicator and addition configuration options later this month.


As for the wireless keyboard, it too proved to be more impressive in person than one would originally have imagined. Unlike the Xbox 360 Messenger Chatpad, Sony's wireless Bluetooth pad is light and doesn't alter one's grip on the controller. The device clips on to the controller with a snapping rubber clip located on its underside, but doesn't actually connect into the control via the USB port. This means that, even when it isn't attached to the controller, it can be used as a stand-alone keyboard for the PS3 or for other Bluetooth devices just as easily.

Typing does require holding the controller differently, which may be a bother for some. However, the additional ability of combing over the keyboard buttons like a virtual laptop touchpad is a great feature: it does wonders for the usability of the web browser and may wind up having a use in a game or two down the road. You can basically trail your finger over the buttons and use it the keyboard as a pointing device. It's a neat touch.

All told, Sony's first-party peripherals looked impressive. The wireless keyboard will be coming this November for $49.99, while the headset will be hitting the streets next week alongside SOCOM: Confrontation for $59.99 with the bundle or for $49.99 standalone.


So to sum it up the sony bluetooth headset:
-better sound quality thanks to its noise cancellation tech
-when docked it will act as a microphone similar to the ps eye
-with future firmware update will have a bettery indicator on screen similar to the ps controller battery indicator.

The bluetooth keyboard:
-Does not alter your grip to the controller
-Clips on to controller, does not connect to the controller usb port so can also be used by itself
-When using keyboard it may be bother some as you may have to hold controller differently
-Acts like a touchpad. You just drag your fingers over the buttons.

[CFRTim]

:arrowu:

Unlike the reviewer, I don't see how this pad is better than the M$ one, and it's also more expensive

[Setz]

Some interesting tidbits about the sony perpherials comming out for the ps3
http://arstechnica.com/journals/thumbs.ars/2008/10/08/sony-holiday-event-first-party-peripheral-round-up

That controller is DUTTY! I buy a new controller every time it gets too grimy or gross looking. YUCK.

[marcopolo85]

:arrowu:

Unlike the reviewer, I don't see how this pad is better than the M$ one, and it's also more expensive

I agree that the price is quite high, Ill wait till i can get it for below $30 or something.

That controller is DUTTY! I buy a new controller every time it gets too grimy or gross looking. YUCK.

LOL wtf do you eat using ur DS3/sixaxis instead of a fork? Ive had mine since launch and I think ive kept them quite clean.

[mark_in_2k]

The price is high probably due to the fact that it's a tiny Bluetooth keyboard, so there's more hardware in there than your standard non-wireless USB keyboard.

[thechampion116]

The price is high probably due to the fact that it's a tiny Bluetooth keyboard, so there's more hardware in there than your standard non-wireless USB keyboard.

i think they referring to the price of the 360 chatpad.

the bluetooth headset seems quite interesting and I'm might just buy Socom and sell it so I can get the headset for cheaper.

I'm gonna see if this laser/light keyboard works with PS3. I've seen my cousin use one with his home computer, so I'm hoping to borrow his for a test.

[sfu_lifer]

Those peripherals are pricey. No thanks. I keep a BT keyboard nearby anyways when I need to enter text for anything.

[ES_Revenge]

sorry if this has been asked already, but has there been a price drop for the 40GB console with the sixaxis controller? i can't imagine that and the 80GB version going for the same price now...i saw a few of them sitting around at my local futureshop...
Though I'm sure they might have been cleared out at clearance pricing at some places, I wouldn't expect huge discounts.

The new price on the 80GB isn't really a price drop more than it is a new (and different) 80GB with lower pricing than the old one. The new 80GB is essentially the 40GB with a larger HDD and a single DS3 controller--it doesn't have the other add'l features the old 80GB had over the 40GB.

[maebach]

Im still using my BT headset that came with Warhawk

[marcopolo85]

Im still using my BT headset that came with Warhawk

Same here but i plan on buying socom so I might aswell spend the extra $10 for socom + headset bundle. I guess ill give the jabra headset to my sister to use with her phone.

[thechampion116]

KILLZONE 2 BETA invites being sent out. check your emails if you are a member of playstation underground.

i didn't get in, but good luck.

[Setz]

KILLZONE 2 BETA invites being sent out. check your emails if you are a member of playstation underground.

i didn't get in, but good luck.

Have been for years now. Hoping I get a key. If I get multiples, it's up for grabs.

[marcopolo85]

nothing yet. According to gaf it can be shared

[p1mp]

Damn, I want that KZ2 beta key lol.

As for the mini keypad thing, I wouldn't mind getting it just because it's small and convenient.

[thechampion116]

nothing yet. According to gaf it can be shared

cool, looks like i might try to get one if its shareable.

hopefully some friends got in. longshot but possible.

oh. Did anyone here go to Sony Event in Toronto? I couldn't go because I had class but I heard it was amazing. I saw some snippets on the news though.

[Canadianpsycho]

Wow, Mega Man 9 pisses me off. Reminds me of how bad I am at platformers.

[marcopolo85]

cool, looks like i might try to get one if its shareable.

hopefully some friends got in. longshot but possible.

oh. Did anyone here go to Sony Event in Toronto? I couldn't go because I had class but I heard it was amazing. I saw some snippets on the news though.

I thought it was invite only

Wow, Mega Man 9 pisses me off. Reminds me of how bad I am at platformers.

Exactly why I didnt buy it.

[Sheky]

KILLZONE 2 BETA invites being sent out. check your emails if you are a member of playstation underground.

i didn't get in, but good luck.

I just got in. :O

I never get into betas. This is a pleasant surprise. Hopefully GG knows how to take constructive feedback before it going gold unlike a certain "Bad Company".

[marcopolo85]

I just got in. :O

I never get into betas. This is a pleasant surprise. Hopefully GG knows how to take constructive feedback before it going gold unlike a certain "Bad Company".

You lucky son of a gun


New ps3 exclusive Quantum Theory by Tecmo.
I like how he put "Genre: Gears of war clone"
http://www.gamingindians.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=5947&st=0&p=202916&#entry202916
http://videogamerx.gamedonga.co.kr/zbxe/files/attach/images/699943/442/000/001/03.jpg
http://videogamerx.gamedonga.co.kr/zbxe/files/attach/images/699943/442/000/001/01.jpg

[Setz]

You lucky son of a gun


New ps3 exclusive Quantum Theory by Tecmo.
I like how he put "Genre: Gears of war clone"
http://www.gamingindians.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=5947&st=0&p=202916&#entry202916
http://videogamerx.gamedonga.co.kr/zbxe/files/attach/images/699943/442/000/001/03.jpg
http://videogamerx.gamedonga.co.kr/zbxe/files/attach/images/699943/442/000/001/01.jpg

Looks meh. It's hard to make an original game because a lot of it has been done before and better before. This new exclusive reeks of unoriginality.

[CFRTim]

New ps3 exclusive Quantum Theory by Tecmo.
I like how he put "Genre: Gears of war clone"

:lol: :lol:
After looking at the trailer you'll know why

[Nascar318is]

Saw this deal on PS Underground.. Guess it's for the US only, haven't checked the Canadian Site.


It's not a bad deal IMO, but you get $150 in Credit back.

There is offer at www.sonystyle.com if you purchase any product over 300$ at sonystyle.com with the sonystyle creditcard they will refund you $150 in Sony Credit(not $150 taken off the price) , so the $400 80GB ps3 is for $250 dollars. Free shipping over $100.

[Kyle_87]

Any1 getting resistance 2? I'm considering the LE just for the better box art. The standard edition art looks horrible, bad composition overall lol.

[CFRTim]

Saw this deal on PS Underground.. Guess it's for the US only, haven't checked the Canadian Site.


It's not a bad deal IMO, but you get $150 in Credit back.

There is offer at www.sonystyle.com if you purchase any product over 300$ at sonystyle.com with the sonystyle creditcard they will refund you $150 in Sony Credit(not $150 taken off the price) , so the $400 80GB ps3 is for $250 dollars. Free shipping over $100.

Keyword: com

Is this avail on sonystyle.ca as well?

[Setz]

Any1 getting resistance 2? I'm considering the LE just for the better box art. The standard edition art looks horrible, bad composition overall lol.

That's the only real reason I buy CE's or LE's these days. The case usually looks much better. DMC4 CE case looked like ass, though.

[skanji]

am i the only one whose controllers need to be usb-connected in order to work wirelessly?

if i turn on the ps3 console, and click my ps3 button on the controller, it basically 'times out' and doesn't connect with the ps3 wirelessly until i hard wire connect it via usb.

what gives?

[marcopolo85]

am i the only one whose controllers need to be usb-connected in order to work wirelessly?

if i turn on the ps3 console, and click my ps3 button on the controller, it basically 'times out' and doesn't connect with the ps3 wirelessly until i hard wire connect it via usb.

what gives?

Something is definitely not right bud. They only times I have mine connected is when it needs to be charged. Are you able to turn on ur system with the controller? If my system is on but controller is off and hit the ps button on the controller, it connects to the system in seconds.

[thechampion116]

Any1 getting resistance 2? I'm considering the LE just for the better box art. The standard edition art looks horrible, bad composition overall lol.

i'm thinking of getting it, but do too many games coming out, i might hold on buying LEs or trying buy some games used a few weeks later.

I might be too busy with LBP

[rems]

am i the only one whose controllers need to be usb-connected in order to work wirelessly?

if i turn on the ps3 console, and click my ps3 button on the controller, it basically 'times out' and doesn't connect with the ps3 wirelessly until i hard wire connect it via usb.

what gives?

I've only had this issue when I've connected the controller in Linux

[Wildfire]

am i the only one whose controllers need to be usb-connected in order to work wirelessly?

if i turn on the ps3 console, and click my ps3 button on the controller, it basically 'times out' and doesn't connect with the ps3 wirelessly until i hard wire connect it via usb.

what gives?

Yeah I get the same issue from time to time, a buddy of mine complains of it as well. I think it might be something brought on by one of the recent firmware updates.
Hardwiring it for a few seconds and then disconnecting solves it though.

[thechampion116]

Just some small TGS UPdates:


LBP getting Snake and Sephiroth costumes (dec)
PSP Resistance gets DS3 support
PSP games released as UMD and downloadable
Rumor: Star Ocean 4 is being made for PS3 as well
FF13 Versus still an exclusive (thanks to nomura no doubt)
Uncharted Waters (some Koei PC game) coming to PS3 with servers connected to PC users

Sony said they had about 11 unannouced games (i'm guessing first party) and they haven't shown them yet.

[marcopolo85]

Sony said they had about 11 unannouced games (i'm guessing first party) and they haven't shown them yet.

Like 9 of them will probably be psn games.

[Kyle_87]

Like 9 of them will probably be psn games.

and whats wrong with PSN games?

[marcopolo85]

and whats wrong with PSN games?

Nothing, i'd just rather them be large disc based games

[Setz]

Just some small TGS UPdates:


LBP getting Snake and Sephiroth costumes (dec)
PSP Resistance gets DS3 support
PSP games released as UMD and downloadable
Rumor: Star Ocean 4 is being made for PS3 as well
FF13 Versus still an exclusive (thanks to nomura no doubt)
Uncharted Waters (some Koei PC game) coming to PS3 with servers connected to PC users

Sony said they had about 11 unannouced games (i'm guessing first party) and they haven't shown them yet.

Wat

[Canadianpsycho]

Nothing, i'd just rather them be large disc based games

Running Burnout Paradise off the HDD rawks. I love just grabbing the controller and being able to fire up a few different games without swapping discs.

[skanji]

am i the only one whose controllers need to be usb-connected in order to work wirelessly?

if i turn on the ps3 console, and click my ps3 button on the controller, it basically 'times out' and doesn't connect with the ps3 wirelessly until i hard wire connect it via usb.

what gives?
Yeah I get the same issue from time to time, a buddy of mine complains of it as well. I think it might be something brought on by one of the recent firmware updates.
Hardwiring it for a few seconds and then disconnecting solves it though.

Hardwiring and disconnecting does work, but I have to do this EVERY time!

I will call Sony again on this...

[doggy]

Wat

from kotaku.com
'Sony is adding rumble support to the PSP, in a roundabout way, courtesy of the DualShock 3. Using the new "PSP Plus" feature in games like Resistance: Retribution, owners of both the PSP and PlayStation 3 will be able to forego the portable platform's analog nub for a better control experience.

By plugging in your AV-output capable PSP (2000 and 3000 models) and connecting the PSP to the PS3 via USB, you'll be able to switch on PSP Plus control through Resistance 2. Doing so adds DualShock 3 control support, letting you play PSP games on your television with a PS3 controller. It disables aim assist in Resistance: Retribution and lets the player alter their control layout to take advantage of the PS3 controller's extra inputs.

The option requires that gamers have a copy of Resistance 2 in their PS3s, but will not require a firmware update for either the PSP or PS3.'

[thechampion116]

here is some other stuff:

Noby Noby Boy (new game from Katamari creator)

'premium themes' hit PSN today. Yes, you pay for them. They will still offer free ones. The money is probably going to artists, etc. for these.

[Setz]

Sony added a LOT of content today. Megaman 9 DLC, Dead Space DLC (even though it's not out yet...?), Warhawk demo... others.

Valkyria Chronicles demo is up in the EU store.

[sfu_lifer]

Sony added a LOT of content today. Megaman 9 DLC, Dead Space DLC (even though it's not out yet...?), Warhawk demo... others.

Valkyria Chronicles demo is up in the EU store.

That's bogus you need to buy Qore in order to access that here stateside.

[thechampion116]

That's bogus you need to buy Qore in order to access that here stateside.

it is jokes but they don't have Qore, only we do.

[Setz]

That's bogus you need to buy Qore in order to access that here stateside.

It's pretty easy to make a EU PSN account.

[sfu_lifer]

It's pretty easy to make a EU PSN account.

I've had one since they launched in Europe :cheesygri
But that doesn't make it right that they lock us out so that people here would get fooled into buying that Qore issue.

[CFRTim]

I've had one since they launched in Europe :cheesygri
But that doesn't make it right that they lock us out so that people here would get fooled into buying that Qore issue.

How long before the PSN will start checking you IP?

[thechampion116]

How long before the PSN will start checking you IP?

i think they can already as someone was able to track down their stolen PS3 and had someone arrested. (i don't know if the story is true tho, it appeared on the net a few months back).

I don't think they care really if you go to another store though for demo's because you can't buy anything in another region due to CC locks.

[Setz]

How long before the PSN will start checking you IP?

Hopefully never. I got all the Mainichi Isshou trophies which can only be downloaded at the JPN PSN store, so I hope they don't shell out bans for people "cheating the system".

Dead Space trophies were leaked a while ago. You can find them at PS3Trophies.org (http://www.ps3trophies.org/game/dead-space/trophies/). Game is looking pretty good, but looking at the trophies, it may be a bit short. Under 10 weapons, only 12 chapters... from the Youtube video of the first chapter (only 27 enemies in this chapter), the game looks to be around 10-15 hours.

There's an exclusive costume for PS3 owners who buy Dead Space. It's free for a couple of weeks after release, but it's also on the store now. You can download it for free right now, even if you don't have the game. It's going to cost 2.99$ a couple of weeks after it's launch on the 14th. Better to grab it now than later.

[CFRTim]

Dead Space... from the Youtube video of the first chapter (only 27 enemies in this chapter), the game looks to be around 10-15 hours.

That's perfect for me, if the game is any good that is. Will wait a while for BBV or RV to get a better price too. Not willing to pay $59.99 for too many games these days, only a very, very few select ones.

[Canadianpsycho]

That's perfect for me, if the game is any good that is. Will wait a while for BBV or RV to get a better price too. Not willing to pay $59.99 for too many games these days, only a very, very few select ones.

Agreed. I'd prefer a solid 10-15 hours then some long, drawn out mess just for the sake of taking up my time. Especially since a game like Fallout 3 is going to take FOREVER for someone with a job, wife and kid.

[CFRTim]

Agreed. I'd prefer a solid 10-15 hours then some long, drawn out mess just for the sake of taking up my time. Especially since a game like Fallout 3 is going to take FOREVER for someone with a job, wife and kid.

"Job, wife and kid" wait a minute I thought.......never mind, I'm just being a pest:cheesygri

[mark_in_2k]

...for someone with a job, wife and kid.I'm in a similar place. Our son is 18 mnths old now, meaning I only play a little bit after he's off to bed. It has saved a money though as I'm not so eager to buy many new releases now. In fact, I'm just playing my way through Assassins Creed now, and I still have an untouched copy of Bioshock waiting!

[mart242]

I'm in a similar place. Our son is 18 mnths old now, meaning I only play a little bit after he's off to bed. It has saved a money though as I'm not so eager to buy many new releases now. In fact, I'm just playing my way through Assassins Creed now, and I still have an untouched copy of Bioshock waiting!

Give yourself a few months. THen, you'll buy lots of games and simply not have time to play them :o My backlog is getting big..

[thechampion116]

some tidbits:

rumor: Home is coming out Nov 19th (http://www.pcauthority.com.au/News/125080,sony-microsoft-begin-battle-of-virtual-worlds.aspx)

LBP has 600 mb install for those interested.

[marcopolo85]

WOW pretty impressive update for firmware 2.5 imo

http://blog.us.playstation.com/2008/10/13/firmware-updates-ps3-v250-psp-v500/
PS3 (v2.50) update

Now on to the PS3 v2.50 update. The latest features/enhancements include:

* Support for the PS3 Official Bluetooth Headset - we’ve told you about the upcoming Bluetooth Headset and SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Confrontation Bundle on the Blog. This latest firmware installment enables High-Quality (HQ) mode, which delivers clear and wide-band online voice chat. On top of that, an added on-screen indicator shows battery status, volume level and use of HQ mode.

* PlayStation Trophies interface enhancements - I know that many of you are busy collecting trophies and raising your PlayStation Trophy level. This update makes sharing and comparing your trophies with your friends even easier. On 1st part of the profile page you’ll see a symbol under level that represents level and the actual percentage towards the next level along with the existing level meter. The level symbol carries over to the trophy comparison screen where you will now be able to see your level, your friend’s level and the percentage towards the next level for both users along with all of the game by game comparison information you see today.

* Friend status – Offline friends on your Friends list will have information below their avatars that will indicate how long it has been since they were last online.

* Video – This update adds the Scene Search feature similar to the feature on the PSP. Activating this feature while viewing a video on the PS3 will break the video up into scenes that you can quickly access by pressing the X button. You can break the videos into one, two or five minute intervals. In addition, you can now choose to have all of the videos under the video section of the XMB play in sequence. Go to Settings then Video Settings to turn this option on.

* PlayStation Store – We’ve added a redeem codes option right on the store to make it easier to redeem your PlayStation Network Cards and promotion codes. In addition, PlayStation Network Sign Up and Account Management have been redesigned.

* Power Save Settings – You can now set your PS3 and wireless controllers to turn off automatically after set periods of inactivity. Go to Settings then Power Save Settings to turn on these features.

* Background Downloading - You now have the option to set the PS3 to turn off automatically after a background download or installation of content has completed. This option is available when you turn off the system from the button under [Users] while content is being downloaded or installed.

* In-game Screenshots - this tool will allow everyone to capture, share and in other words, immortalize their favorite gameplay moments. This will be supported on a game by game basis. Please check back to find out which games will support this feature.

* In addition to all of the features above there are some additional features and enhancements included in 2.50. Once the update launches, you can read all of the details here.

The support for the Bluetooth Headset will be of particular interest to all of you SOCOM fans. With the “Proximity Chat” feature, SOCOM: Confrontation gameplay is intensified as it allows you to experience high-quality voice playback in full surround sound. Whether the action is near or far, Proximity Chat clearly matches distance to sound effects and voiceovers within the game, putting you in the heart of the action.

Enjoy and please share your thoughts with us.

[thechampion116]

I just woke up and read the same thing on the playstation blog.

The update is massive. I love the screenshot feature and finally the implementation of auto-off of the controller with settings you can change.

I love the improved download features.

I think the 360 has these but its nice to see the PS3 get them. I love the video function they added from the PSP. I like to use that to skip scenes or something.

[marcopolo85]

I just woke up and read the same thing on the playstation blog.

The update is massive. I love the screenshot feature and finally the implementation of auto-off of the controller with settings you can change.

I love the improved download features.

I think the 360 has these but its nice to see the PS3 get them. I love the video function they added from the PSP. I like to use that to skip scenes or something.

I also read that there are some more features that are not listed on the ps blog.

With every firmware update its bringing the psn closer and closer to xbox live making the xbox live monthly fee seem more like a money grab then anything.


LBP is getting pretty insane reviews
http://www.n4g.com/PS3/games/g-28444/tt/metareviews.aspx
Average score of 9.8 from 15 reviews so far.

[thechampion116]

I also read that there are some more features that are not listed on the ps blog.

With every firmware update its bringing the psn closer and closer to xbox live making the xbox live monthly fee seem more like a money grab then anything.


LBP is getting pretty insane reviews
http://www.n4g.com/PS3/games/g-28444/tt/metareviews.aspx
Average score of 9.8 from 15 reviews so far.

I guess thats good, but I'm still unsure if it will be a system seller. I'm more inclined to believe the majority (maybe more than MGS4) will purchase LBP because its a) a good game b) something unique c) brings coop play possibly with kids, gf, wife, and even family.

[Ziggy007]

I had my girlfriend try the LBP beta on Saturday.

When I asked her to play a PS3 game she kind of rolled her eyes.

Three hours later I had to pull the controller from her hands. She indicated she would be quite happy to buy a PS3 just for that one game. I think this thing (in combination with a bunch of games for the more hardcore gamer group like SOCOM, Resistance 2 etc) will move a ton of consoles for Sony

[Setz]

Why have a screenshot feature that's implemented on a game to game basis? Why can't Sony get it right and make it work without first patching the game? Can't be too hard to put a button in the XMB that screencaptures whatever is underneath ingame XMB. It's a step in the right direction but you all remember the ingame music, right? No game supports it (that I know of), and the only games that have ingame music, don't even use the XMB to play them (Burnout Paradise, WipEout HD).

Not a bad update at all, but I would have expected more since the last major update was months ago.

[thechampion116]

Why have a screenshot feature that's implemented on a game to game basis? Why can't Sony get it right and make it work without first patching the game? Can't be too hard to put a button in the XMB that screencaptures whatever is underneath ingame XMB. It's a step in the right direction but you all remember the ingame music, right? No game supports it (that I know of), and the only games that have ingame music, don't even use the XMB to play them (Burnout Paradise, WipEout HD).

Not a bad update at all, but I would have expected more since the last major update was months ago.

The reason support has not been implemented yet is that most of the games were past production areas where it could be implemented. Well thats the excuse most give. Its understandable as well (change code for the game, then you have to do testing all over again). If people tried to implement all those things at this point for this year (including trophies), then a lot of 3rd party games would be releasing later than 360 versions ala 2007. I'd rather much have the game.

Sony said they might be forcing devs to implement these things come 2009 but I expect it to be fully implemented come summer 09 or even fall 09. Plus, some devs don't like in-game music because some devs feel you need to use the soundtrack they give in order to fully experience the game, thats the way I feel about it too. I only use in-game music once I complete a game and play it again.

[marcopolo85]

The reason support has not been implemented yet is that most of the games were past production areas where it could be implemented. Well thats the excuse most give. Its understandable as well (change code for the game, then you have to do testing all over again). If people tried to implement all those things at this point for this year (including trophies), then a lot of 3rd party games would be releasing later than 360 versions ala 2007. I'd rather much have the game.

Sony said they might be forcing devs to implement these things come 2009 but I expect it to be fully implemented come summer 09 or even fall 09. Plus, some devs don't like in-game music because some devs feel you need to use the soundtrack they give in order to fully experience the game, thats the way I feel about it too. I only use in-game music once I complete a game and play it again.

When I had a 360 I never used the ingame music. I did give it a try but I rather listen to w/e the games got. So in game music for the ps3 makes absolutely no difference to me.

Hopefully Sony does make it standard for all developlers to include these features starting 2009 cuz it can get pretty messy.

[rapsfan12]

hey all...just wanted someone to confirm this before i get my ps3 this week...does the 80GB console come with component cables, or will i have to purchase them separately?

also, does the console have an input for an optical digital cable (for dolby 5.1) or is it coaxial?

thanks!

[thechampion116]

hey all...just wanted someone to confirm this before i get my ps3 this week...does the 80GB console come with component cables, or will i have to purchase them separately?

also, does the console have an input for an optical digital cable (for dolby 5.1) or is it coaxial?

thanks!

purchase the cables separately (find someone on RFD, but I think Sony store is the cheapest for official ones)

and

optical cables are needed as well.

[Setz]

hey all...just wanted someone to confirm this before i get my ps3 this week...does the 80GB console come with component cables, or will i have to purchase them separately?

also, does the console have an input for an optical digital cable (for dolby 5.1) or is it coaxial?

thanks!

The PS3 comes with composite (red, yellow, white) cables. If you buy from Dell, they're usually packaged with an HDMI cable.

Also, LOL at coax output. Are you kidding me?

[hp..]

Any non-online deals on a Dual Shock controller to be found?
Missed out on TRU thing last week =\

[marcopolo85]

Another addition to firmware 2.5 is Flash 9 support. Looks like we will be able to stream all the porn we want now :lol:



Any non-online deals on a Dual Shock controller to be found?
Missed out on TRU thing last week =\

None that I know of. Keep an eye out on the hot deals section is your best bet.

[Setz]

Another addition to firmware 2.5 is Flash 9 support. Looks like we will be able to stream all the porn we want now :lol:





None that I know of. Keep an eye out on the hot deals section is your best bet.

I could get Youtube to work before (when PS3 had Flash 5 I think), but with Flash 7 I couldn't get it to work. Perhaps 9 will fix it. :)

[Spongebobnopants]

Let me appologize if this is a redundant question, but I can't seem to find it on any other forum post. Does anyone know if either Socom or Dead Space is out today? Thanks.

[Setz]

Let me appologize if this is a redundant question, but I can't seem to find it on any other forum post. Does anyone know if either Socom or Dead Space is out today? Thanks.

EBGames receives both tomorrow. I checked at my local EB early this morning, and they confirmed they were shipped today.

I checked Futureshop and Best Buy instore today, and neither have Dead Space or SOCOM.

[Spongebobnopants]

EBGames receives both tomorrow. I checked at my local EB early this morning, and they confirmed they were shipped today.

I checked Futureshop and Best Buy instore today, and neither have Dead Space or SOCOM.

Thanks for the info. I was really hoping to get them today...oh well. Thanks again.

[Mgz]

impressive update, but I were hoping for more video playback update x.x

[Setz]

Thanks for the info. I was really hoping to get them today...oh well. Thanks again.

I hear ya. I pre-ordered Dead Space at EB a couple days ago, and since the release date was pushed up from the 14th to 13th, I was expecting them to have it on the 14th at the latest. Picked up Saints Row 2 at FS this morning, rushed back to phone EB and they tell me they will have it on the 15th or 16th. :(

[thechampion116]

impressive update, but I were hoping for more video playback update x.x
What video playback options are you looking for?????


I hear ya. I pre-ordered Dead Space at EB a couple days ago, and since the release date was pushed up from the 14th to 13th, I was expecting them to have it on the 14th at the latest. Picked up Saints Row 2 at FS this morning, rushed back to phone EB and they tell me they will have it on the 15th or 16th. :(

EB can be late on games depending on when they get their shipments, but it has never happened to me.

[marcopolo85]

Just saw Dead Space for ps3 at my local EB games as I was picking up Socom + headset. They had a ton, this was at the Bramalea City Center location.

[Setz]

Just saw Dead Space for ps3 at my local EB games as I was picking up Socom + headset. They had a ton, this was at the Bramalea City Center location.

Damn. I just phoned my EB and they confirmed it. They told me this morning they got their shipment and Dead Space wasn't in it. Again with EB ********ting.

[Setz]

Update 2.50 is LIVE!

[thechampion116]

Update 2.50 is LIVE!

thanks.

I'm downloading the update through their PC download section.

Includes Flash Player 9 (never had a problem with youtube like others did though).

it also has DiVX VOD (don't know much about it).

[skategoat]

I'm thinking of picking up a console to use mainly as a multimedia centre, not so much gaming. I have a few questions:

- Will the PS3 play all common video formats - AVI, MKV?
- Any problems or limits connecting external USB drives? Can an HD video be watched from an external drive or do I run into any kind of lag issues?
- Is the browser usable? Can you adjust the font size?
- Are there ways to integrate the PS3 into a home network? I want to be able to move files back and forth from the PS3 and my Mac or Windows machines.

Thanks.

[Hoodwink]

I'm thinking of picking up a console to use mainly as a multimedia centre, not so much gaming. I have a few questions:

- Will the PS3 play all common video formats - AVI, MKV?
- Any problems or limits connecting external USB drives? Can an HD video be watched from an external drive or do I run into any kind of lag issues?
- Is the browser usable? Can you adjust the font size?
- Are there ways to integrate the PS3 into a home network? I want to be able to move files back and forth from the PS3 and my Mac or Windows machines.

Thanks.

The PS3 will play most AVI but not MKV. You'll need MKV2VOB to convert the files, which takes about 10 minutes for a regular, 1GB file.

You can play AVI off external drives, no lag issues at all.

I haven't used the browser much but it does provide an option to zoom in and zoom out of the window if the text is too small.

There are many programs out there that stream media files. WMP even does it. I use Tversity myself and stream videos and music from the basement all the time. (FYI I have a wireless connection with the router in the basement and the TV on the first floor, haven't run into any lag issues at all).

[marcopolo85]

I'm thinking of picking up a console to use mainly as a multimedia centre, not so much gaming. I have a few questions:

- Will the PS3 play all common video formats - AVI, MKV?
- Any problems or limits connecting external USB drives? Can an HD video be watched from an external drive or do I run into any kind of lag issues?
- Is the browser usable? Can you adjust the font size?
- Are there ways to integrate the PS3 into a home network? I want to be able to move files back and forth from the PS3 and my Mac or Windows machines.

Thanks.

No MKV.

The drive ur using must in fat32 format.

the browser is usable and has become much better then before due to firmware 2.5 (flash 9)

I believe the Mac has TVersity so you should be able to stream and transfer files no problem or u could use Windows Media Player 9. I suggest to search this up for further information.

[Paranoidandroid]

The PS3 will play most AVI but not MKV. You'll need MKV2VOB to convert the files, which takes about 10 minutes for a regular, 1GB file.
Wow that's a pretty long time. I use TSMUXER to convert my MKVs into MT2S files (zero quality loss), a 6GB movie takes about 5 minutes to convert. You can also split files by size, since the PS3 will not play files over 4GB.

[p1mp]

yeah, times vary due to your PC specs.

I take a minute or two on both mkv2vob and tsmuxer.

[mark_in_2k]

Wow that's a pretty long time. I use TSMUXER to convert my MKVs into MT2S files (zero quality loss), a 6GB movie takes about 5 minutes to convert. You can also split files by size, since the PS3 will not play files over 4GB.Doesn't it depend on whether the file needs to have it's level changed to 4.1, as that's what the PS3 can play.

Using MKV2VOB, some files need re-encoding depending on how they were originally encoded, others are done within a minute or 2.

Includes Flash Player 9 (never had a problem with youtube like others did though).The PS3 browser couldn't play the newer streaming sites such as Hulu (US only) before as it uses the v9 player.

[mark_in_2k]

Here's a Nega-review compilation from Joystiq that combines the negative comments from the reviews.

I think the big thing here is the controls, such as the slight inertia and the turning-jumps which are essential to successful platforming gameplay. I agree mostly with those particular comments below.

"Sony's game falls short of perfection, in large part because of imprecise controls." (1) "[They] left a few corners on what should have been a razor-sharp control scheme." (3) "Your Sackboy's jumping doesn't feel quite as precise as you might want it to be." (6) "After making a jump, Sackboy slides just a bit, as if he were on ice." (1) "We found ourselves forever overdoing jumps, slipping off ledges and generally getting into trouble at the hands of the controls." (6)

"Momentum is another issue. ... the physics don't feel right, so it takes more tries than necessary to complete the objective." (1) "Player acceleration (and perhaps deceleration) isn't as quick as it could be ... likewise, in-air direction change can be a little iffy at times ... making your character occasionally over or under-respond to what you want him to do." (3) "Combined with the vague, slow and over-zealously auto-corrected movement between the game's three planes of depth, it's a problem." (2)

To put it mildly, "the controls were a little fickle when it came to moving your character among the three planes of perspective." (8) "The three-tier system the levels use, allowing Sackboy to move in and out of the screen.... can cause real problems, ending in annoying and occasionally infuriating death." (6) "It works fine except when the game decides to shift you to another plane, which often kills Sackboy." (1) "There are instances where it doesn't do what you want it to do, and these points stick out like a sore thumb, especially when it means your death." (3) "I ... found myself getting ... frustrated as Sackboy found himself on the wrong plane, repeatedly, sometimes resulting in his untimely demise." (7)

"This is made all the worse by what can only be described as a terrible checkpoint system." (6) "Three lives just aren't enough for some of the harder sections, and if you lose them all, it's back to the start of the level. ... this inflexible system creates half a dozen choke points of almost unbearable, teeth-grinding irritation that simply didn't need to be there." (2) "It tests your patience to near breaking point." (6)

"Most of the [built-in Story Mode] levels are short" (1) and "it won't take you long to beat the 20 or so levels." (6) "The quality isn't totally consistent -- the game drags a little in the finicky and generic Mexican section, about halfway through." (2) "We ... wish developer Media Molecule spent more time on the actual story. Although we ran into numerous characters, they lack personality ... it makes Story Mode feel like a simple world tour instead of a Mario or Sonic the Hedgehog style adventure." (1) "The story doesn't really make a whole lot of sense throughout the game... [it] just sort of ends and then encourages you to go and make your own levels." (3)

As for the multiplayer mode, "we actually found it to be a little overcrowded at times." (4) "We found that the sections that required millimeter perfect jumps to be nigh-on unplayable with friends, down to the way the camera shifts about and has a tendency to focus on the wrong part of the action." (6) "When four of you occupy the same space it's often harder to negotiate platforming sections, and keep track of which Sackboy you're controlling. Some sections, even, are near impossible for all four of you to survive." (4)


"The promise that anyone could create something simple and fun and personal with LittleBigPlanet hasn't come true." (2) "Designing levels takes a lot of patience and a simple understanding of physics, especially if you intend to make something good. Figuring out how to make switches, trap doors and other complex devices takes lots of thought, thus pushing what should be a game for all ages into the teenage/adult category." (1) "As much as Sony might market LittleBigPlanet as a game for everyone, this aspect isn't going to get much love from your non-gaming partner, mother or little sister." (6) A hefty percentage of the game's player base will find half of its features exhausting." (5) "It can all be a little overwhelming and slightly intimidating." (9)

"The level creation tools have been made almost entirely for the hardcore to get hold of." (6) "It is simply the case that many players just won't want to put in the hours necessary to make passable content of their own." (7) "This isn't a tool for everyone. If you have no artistic flair you're not going to be able to create great levels - and Media Molecule has excluded features like using digital camera snaps ... and user-generated audio that would have pleased more casual creators." (6) "The creation, as it stands, isn't going to involve the majority of players of the game. ... It locks the majority out of the creative process, because it's time-consuming and simply not very enjoyable." (2)


"Few players will reach the upper limits of the Create meter," (5) because "it's still really quite hard to make things." (2) "Since the level is always active when not paused, you can find yourself having to pick up and reset pieces of your level." (3) "The editor badly needs some kind of overview feature to let you zip between the parts of larger creations," (5) " the three planes of action add a fiddly layer of organizational complexity in themselves," (2) and "the absence of mouse support is keenly felt at times." (5)

As for the content created by other players, "most of it sucks (sorry, it does)." (1) "The levels uploaded to the beta servers are principally instant-gratification affairs," (5) and "in reality, deep and rewarding gameplay will only feature in a tiny percentage of levels." (2) "A large number [of the levels] will be terrible and you'll only finish a handful." (6) "I'm also a little worried that the online network will be filled with a bunch of crap levels and you'll have to dig through a mountain of garbage to find the one level that's actually worth playing." (8)

Welcome back, Sackboys and Sackgirls, to the Joystiq Nega-review. As always, this review takes the small negative bits from a variety of overly positive reviews and combines them into an overly devastating whole. This isn't meant as a serious critical look at a game, but rather as a counterpoint to what might seem like overly-effusive game for a game that isn't perfect (and no game is).

The most interesting part of this Nega-review, in my view, is the complexity of the level creator. Many reviewers downgraded the editor for being too hard to use while, in almost the same breath, they praised its flexibility and wide-ranging of content for experts to unlock. While some reviewers noted this contradiction, others were seemingly oblivious, wanting an editor that was both simple and deep. Just goes to show you what happens when you raise expectations for a game too high before its release.

[thechampion116]

I don't mind the controls, but Sackboy does slip alittle so I guess I unconsciously fixed it myself.

The creation tools were difficult, but the tutorials they had during the beta helped me alot. Good thing I took physics in highschool and university, but in all honesty, the physics part isn't that confusing, its not like quantum physics. Remember Sony had that art thing about a month ago where 'art' students were able to make beautiful levels in only 24 hrs (straight) i might add.

Its not perfect, but a solid game and the control thing can probably be fixed through a patch.

I'm still unsure if its a system seller. I know it should sell well in NA and probably Europe, but Japan is the question mark because people know they love three things at this point: Final Fantasy anything, Nintendo stuff, and RPG's.

[marcopolo85]

In terms of controls it did seem somewhat floaty imo but I adjusted and didnt have a problem.

I recently graduated and got a job at an engineering company as a mechanical designer so I find the creation to be quite easy but thats obviously because of my background in mechanics. Its almost similar to the 3d modelling I do at work (not really but same concept).

Cant wait for this game along with all the other games comming out.

Shhh if we are all quiet enough you can hear the screams from gamers wallets across the world.

[Setz]

In terms of controls it did seem somewhat floaty imo but I adjusted and didnt have a problem.

I recently graduated and got a job at an engineering company as a mechanical designer so I find the creation to be quite easy but thats obviously because of my background in mechanics. Its almost similar to the 3d modelling I do at work (not really but same concept).

Cant wait for this game along with all the other games comming out.

Shhh if we are all quiet enough you can hear the screams from gamers wallets across the world.

Yeah man, I'm bust and probably going to pass on LBP for a few weeks after launch. Already bought Saints Row 2, Silent Hill: Homecoming, Far Cry 2, and Dead Space this month. Still need to get Oblivion with Guns and LittleBigPlanet for sure.

Next month is pretty hefty too. Mirror's Edge, FEAR 2 (looking forward to it a lot), Resistance 2, Call of Duty World at War, PES2k9, and Valkyria Chronicles just to name a few. Only ones here I'm probably going to get are Mirror's Edge and FEAR 2.

[p1mp]

Yeah so some people already picked up LBP.

Gameshack won't get it until Monday at the earliest lol.

[thechampion116]

Yeah so some people already picked up LBP.

Gameshack won't get it until Monday at the earliest lol.

cool.

this holiday season, the only games I'm getting are more than likely LBP and Resistance 2 and hopefully Fat Princess for PSN. Surprisingly I'm more interested in the first party titles than any other.

I've had tonnes of shooters and will not be playing COD5, Far Cry 2. Don't like horror action so that kills Dead Space, Silent Hill. Not interested in Saints Rows 2. Mirrors Edge is a maybe but I can wait till the summer to find it for cheap. The only other thing I'm getting for PS3 is The Dark Knight on bluray.

Looks like my wallet ain't crying at all.

[sfu_lifer]

My wallet's definitely gonna do some crying with good games in all 3 consoles that I'm interested in. I think the controls in LBP keep it from being a perfect game. Sooo close. Tweak the wonky physics and the annoying 3 plane movement and boy you'll have a candidate for GOAT. Perhaps they're leaving that for LBP2 :D

PS3 browser blows (but at least it has one, unlike 360). Good thing I always have a laptop nearby when I game :)

[marcopolo85]

Exclusive Bioshock 2: Sea of Dreams trailer right on the bioshock 1 blu-ray disc.

http://www.n4g.com/NewsCom-216485.aspx?CT=1#Comments

[Setz]

My wallet's definitely gonna do some crying with good games in all 3 consoles that I'm interested in. I think the controls in LBP keep it from being a perfect game. Sooo close. Tweak the wonky physics and the annoying 3 plane movement and boy you'll have a candidate for GOAT. Perhaps they're leaving that for LBP2 :D

PS3 browser blows (but at least it has one, unlike 360). Good thing I always have a laptop nearby when I game :)

My only gripe is when you jump from a high ledge, and there's a ledge below you on another plane, you automatically land on that plane. If I jump in the foreground, I don't expect to land in the background.

[perricoach]

has anyone found LBP available in a GTA store? I'm from Mississauga and apparently people already have copies in Canada.

[marcopolo85]

has anyone found LBP available in a GTA store? I'm from Mississauga and apparently people already have copies in Canada.

Im gonna try calling a few places. Would be awesome if I could pick it up for this weekend.

[Setz]

SOCOM: Confrontation is now in the PSN Store. The details say it can be used on five systems, but I have no idea if it's gameshareable. Apparently, Qore Annual Subscriptions also say that it can be used on five systems, but we know it is not gameshareable.

[mark_in_2k]

SOCOM: Confrontation is now in the PSN Store. The details say it can be used on five systems, but I have no idea if it's gameshareable. Apparently, Qore Annual Subscriptions also say that it can be used on five systems, but we know it is not gameshareable.I guess we'll have to wait for a group to test it out, but I'm keeping my eyes peeled on CAG for confirmation.

You up for another share Setz?

[Setz]

I guess we'll have to wait for a group to test it out, but I'm keeping my eyes peeled on CAG for confirmation.

You up for another share Setz?

You bet. I was thinking Linger in Shadows, SOCOM, and Dead Space DLC, but it's only like 48$.

[p1mp]

Mark/Setz, let me know if you guys are up for a Socom GS, I wouldn't mind getting in on it.

Then again, I sure hope they did a lot more than "mildly" fix the beta since I've heard really bad things from a few friends playing the full version.

[Nascar318is]

SOCOM: Confrontation is now in the PSN Store. The details say it can be used on five systems, but I have no idea if it's gameshareable. Apparently, Qore Annual Subscriptions also say that it can be used on five systems, but we know it is not gameshareable.

Don't know, I was reading on PSU with the Launch of Socom yesterday in the states and the servers kept crashing with under 20,000 people online. Now seeing this is an online game only, it kind of sucks.

As for sharing I read lots of threads on PSU on sharing and apparently PSN can block you if cought. Some guys had there network access blocked.

5. Don't discuss any illegal activities. This includes piracy and other forms of intellectual property infringement! The guys who work here and spend most of their waking hours trying to make great games for the PlayStation game console get really bummed out when they read that kind of stuff.





I might actually just go out and buy it with the headset for $60.. it's like getting a game and a free headset.. although the game itself is $39.99.

[Setz]

Don't know, I was reading on PSU with the Launch of Socom yesterday in the states and the servers kept crashing with under 20,000 people online. Now seeing this is an online game only, it kind of sucks.

As for sharing I read lots of threads on PSU on sharing and apparently PSN can block you if cought. Some guys had there network access blocked.

5. Don't discuss any illegal activities. This includes piracy and other forms of intellectual property infringement! The guys who work here and spend most of their waking hours trying to make great games for the PlayStation game console get really bummed out when they read that kind of stuff.





I might actually just go out and buy it with the headset for $60.. it's like getting a game and a free headset.. although the game itself is $39.99.

It's not illegal or infringement of policies. It says explicitly when you go to purchase the game that the game can be downloaded on five different PS3 where the main account is associated with.

[Nascar318is]

It's not illegal or infringement of policies. It says explicitly when you go to purchase the game that the game can be downloaded on five different PS3 where the main account is associated with.

Yes I agree, I was just stating what Playstation says, you can't even talk about sharing on PSU. As long as you use it for yourself(if you go through 5 systems) but sharing among strangers or friends is a no no in there books. they should have thought of that before....

[thechampion116]

Yes I agree, I was just stating what Playstation says, you can't even talk about sharing on PSU. As long as you use it for yourself(if you go through 5 systems) but sharing among strangers or friends is a no no in there books. they should have thought of that before....

you cant talk about it on psu for a 2 main reasons.

90% chance someone will get scammed.

sony gets more money if everyone buys the game.

[thechampion116]

just some updates on PS3 news:

Home is getting more specialty lounges: So far Far Cry 2 has their own room. SFIV and RE5 will be getting them as well.

[marcopolo85]

This is pretty cool. Capcom is gonna have their own psn store.
http://www.edge-online.com/files/imagecache/article_content_360x270

Capcom is kicking off a new PlayStation Network initiative in which game publishers will have their own dedicated digital storefronts, Edge has learned.



more info here:
http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=339210

[marcopolo85]

http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2008/10/17/online-co-op-in-resistance-2-might-be-too-big/
Online co-op in Resistance 2 might be too big
Posted Oct 17th 2008 12:45AM by Andrew Yoon
Filed under: News



Who doesn't like a lengthy game? Resistance 2 is trying to give gamers an unprecedented amount of gaming content on one disc. The single player campaign, according to Insomniac, should clock in at 18-24 hours. However, the much-loved online co-op mode will add another 10-15 hours of gameplay. If you want to level up your favorite class, expect to take 50-60 hours on that. And then, for the completionist, you'll want 150-180 hours to get all the upgrades for all three classes in online co-op.

Thank goodness you don't have to pay for online access on PSN, as we're sure there are going to be quite a number of people ready to take this MMO-like challenge. Also, we're glad we don't have to level up every class to unlock a Trophy -- that would've been disastrous.

[p1mp]

So Sony is trying to lockdown the gamesharing by allowing it for "relatives" and such lol.

I'm surprised it took them long enough to really say it like that.

[thechampion116]

So Sony is trying to lockdown the gamesharing by allowing it for "relatives" and such lol.

I'm surprised it took them long enough to really say it like that.

they can't really stop it unless they say no gamesharing or do IP checks to make sure the systems are in the same household.

Gamesharing is legal so they aren't really locking down on it and even Jack Tretton said it was fine because it gets games to more users. Its just not allowed on PSU because it will cause too many problems with users cheating each other.

Sony updated the TOS and it says that if you share or send anything over PSN its their property and they can use it. For example you send a picture of yourself and a friend to someone, Sony can use it in ads per se. Another example, the videos uploaded in Singstar can be used in ads on commercials if they wanted.

[ATLien69]

THIS IS SAD: http://www.1up.com/do/newsStory?cId=3170727

Grow up with the d*mn religion crap....faak

[sfu_lifer]

THIS IS SAD: http://www.1up.com/do/newsStory?cId=3170727

Grow up with the d*mn religion crap....faak

It's the right thing to do. Bad publicity is the last thing Sony needs.

[ATLien69]

Anyone able to find LBP today? EB has it but refuses to sell me a copy. :) They have to send all the copies back....

[mark_in_2k]

Anyone able to find LBP today? EB has it but refuses to sell me a copy. :) They have to send all the copies back....Your only chance of getting it is if you find a real noob at FS, BB, etc.

[Setz]

Your only chance of getting it is if you find a real noob at FS, BB, etc.

Or if you've got a friend who works at EB. :rolleyes:

LBP is in their systems and can be sold. Just finding someone who will do it is tough.

[Canadianpsycho]

Cool, I just rec'd a R2 beta code, I'll have to try it out.

[marcopolo85]

Cool, I just rec'd a R2 beta code, I'll have to try it out.

woot woot I just received one too from PS underground.

[Setz]

LOL jus got one myself. Will probably pass it onto a friend of mine who's a huge Resistance fan

Lets gameshare people! view my latest thread

[thechampion116]

GTAIV trophies on Monday.

never finished the game so it looks like I'll be playing this a little to collect trophies as I'm only level 2.

[Setz]

GTAIV trophies on Monday.

never finished the game so it looks like I'll be playing this a little to collect trophies as I'm only level 2.

I've been harvesting trophies as of late. Dead Space trophies are pretty easy, and you get about 35 of them just by playing the game (no going out of your way to gain them).

The Pixel Junk Eden trophies are too hard. Open all seeds in garden 1, garden 2, etc?! It took me 40 minutes to get the first one. Not worth it IMO.

[marcopolo85]

Some OPM UK reviews
OPM UK which gave Resistance 1 a 7/10 has given Resistance 2 a 9/10.Resistance 2 is also on the cover of the December OPM with a sackboy chimera underneath it

Bioshock: 10/10
Resistance 2: 9/10
Mirror's Edge: 9/10
Far Cry 2: 9/10
Midnight Club - LA: 9/10

Tomb Raider - Underworld: 8/10
Motorstorm - Pacific Rift: 8/10
Dead Space: 8/10
EndWar: 8/10
Valkyria Chronicles: 8/10
WWE Smackdown Vs Raw 2009: 8/10
Disgaea 3: 8/10

Silent Hill - Homecoming: 7/10
LEGO Batman: 7/10

Saints Row 2: 5/10
http://www.n4g.com/ps3/News-220958.aspx

Pretty big improvement over the original it seems.

[ATLien69]

Got a hold of Little Big Planet today finally. Paid $48.99+taxes after pricematching at Best Buy with last weeks Loblaw's flyer. :) I can post recepit and flyer if there's interest....save you guys a few $'s...

[marcopolo85]

Resistance 2 got a 9.5 from IGN
http://ps3.ign.com/articles/924/924372p3.html
9.0 Presentation
A continuation of the launch title franchise, Resistance 2 continues the battle against the Chimera. Lack of a narrator does hamper some of the cohesiveness of the game, however.
9.0 Graphics
Resistance 2 does have some weird technical and visual glitches, but the sheer number of enemies onscreen at once adds to the feeling of a massive battle for humanity.
9.0 Sound
Otherworldly sounds coupled with great voice acting and ambient effects heighten the action of the game.
9.5 Gameplay
Single player is a great experience with an epic scale to the campaign, but adding co-op and competitive play within the game only serves to augment the overall gameplay.
9.5 Lasting Appeal
A fast paced 10 hour single player campaign with multiple unlockables and difficulty levels are matched with extra multiplayer modes, gameplay options and community features.
9.5
Incredible OVERALL
(out of 10 / not an average)

[klover]

Wow.

[thetrufinder]

lbp is going to be in my ps3 for awhile XD

[marcopolo85]

Another day, another AAA.

IGN gave Valkyria Chronicles 9/10
http://ps3.ign.com/articles/925/925395p2.html
9.5 Presentation
A war-themed story with a beautiful "human element." The way the game is presented -- as contained entirely within a book -- is brilliant.
9.0 Graphics
Some of the environments could stand to use a touch more detail, but the art style and character models are superb. Valkyria Chronicles is a beautiful game.
9.0 Sound
An incredible, emotional score accompanies both English and Japanese language tracks.
9.0 Gameplay
A fantastic combination of different gameplay elements comes together to form a challenging and fun combat system, nestled in an intricate and well-crafted world.
8.5 Lasting Appeal
While Valkyria Chronicles might not be as open to creative approaches as a traditional RTS, there's a tremendous amount of strategy here that will keep you entertained for a long time.
9.0
Outstanding OVERALL
(out of 10 / not an average)

[Martinga]

Another day, another AAA.

IGN gave Valkyria Chronicles 9/10
http://ps3.ign.com/articles/925/925395p2.html



So many good games out in such little time!!!!!!!

[marcopolo85]

K so I got a couple of .mkv movies that clock in larger then 4gigs. Now ive used mkvtovob program to make it a .vob but there is still the problem of the file being larger then 4 gigs. Is there anyway I can play this file without having to split the movie?

[Setz]

K so I got a couple of .mkv movies that clock in larger then 4gigs. Now ive used mkvtovob program to make it a .vob but there is still the problem of the file being larger then 4 gigs. Is there anyway I can play this file without having to split the movie?

I'm pretty sure you can stream files larger than 4gb via TVersity or a similar program.

[maebach]

So many good games out in such little time!!!!!!!

agree

[mark_in_2k]

K so I got a couple of .mkv movies that clock in larger then 4gigs. Now ive used mkvtovob program to make it a .vob but there is still the problem of the file being larger then 4 gigs. Is there anyway I can play this file without having to split the movie?

I'm pretty sure you can stream files larger than 4gb via TVersity or a similar program.Yup, you can. I stream 10GB files via Tversity.

Also, when using MKV2VOB, I change the options to output the file as an MP4, rather than a VOB. Maybe a VOB can't be larger than 4GB, but an MP4 can be any size, I think.

[markj]

vobs over 4 gb stream fine for me using tversity...

[marcopolo85]

Yup, you can. I stream 10GB files via Tversity.

Also, when using MKV2VOB, I change the options to output the file as an MP4, rather than a VOB. Maybe a VOB can't be larger than 4GB, but an MP4 can be any size, I think.

Is streaming files the only way to play files larger then 4gigs? I bought a 320gig harddrive for my ps3 and I wanna store some HD movies on it but I guess my only option is to split the movie.

[gambit_360]

Is streaming files the only way to play files larger then 4gigs? I bought a 320gig harddrive for my ps3 and I wanna store some HD movies on it but I guess my only option is to split the movie.

Yes, it's the only way. The ps3 hd can't even store files >4GB.

[jhardy]

Rumour on Neogaf is that EBGames (and perhaps others) is raising the price of titles to $70 next week, because they are "losing money on them".

I thought retailers etc. were prepared for currency fluctuations in the short term at least. Now that the loonie has gone down (and starting to go back up?) of course they're anxious to "pass the increased cost on to the sucker... I mean customer".

[marcopolo85]

Yes, it's the only way. The ps3 hd can't even store files >4GB.

dammit.

Rumour on Neogaf is that EBGames (and perhaps others) is raising the price of titles to $70 next week, because they are "losing money on them".

I thought retailers etc. were prepared for currency fluctuations in the short term at least. Now that the loonie has gone down (and starting to go back up?) of course they're anxious to "pass the increased cost on to the sucker... I mean customer".

double dammit.

I guess the time is now to preorder ur games.

[mark_in_2k]

dammit.



double dammit.

I guess the time is now to preorder ur games.It's because the PS3 HD is formatted FAT which will only ever handle files < 4GB.

MKV2VOB doesn't take much time to split VOB's. Then you can copy them to your PS3's HD.

[sg2386]

Rumour on Neogaf is that EBGames (and perhaps others) is raising the price of titles to $70 next week, because they are "losing money on them".

I thought retailers etc. were prepared for currency fluctuations in the short term at least. Now that the loonie has gone down (and starting to go back up?) of course they're anxious to "pass the increased cost on to the sucker... I mean customer".

That sucks. I hope its a rumour.

I remember Xbox 360 games were 64.99 or 69.99 when it came out and around early 2007 they started to drop to $60 to match with the US.

[PCDawg]

So many good games out in such little time!!!!!!!

The holidays are coming up and what better way to get sales of systems than to come out with quality titles.

K so I got a couple of .mkv movies that clock in larger then 4gigs. Now ive used mkvtovob program to make it a .vob but there is still the problem of the file being larger then 4 gigs. Is there anyway I can play this file without having to split the movie?

Or you can burn them as data discs onto DL discs.

[Mgz]

dammit.



double dammit.

I guess the time is now to preorder ur games.

why damn it when FAT32 is pretty much the only choice

-use an exotic apple/linux file system and the mass will cry/confuse/death threat/rage/riot in PS3 Sony forum.
-use NTFS and pay $823238293829323230293232 license fee to Mcrosoft --> increase cost, in which Sony this economic condition can;t afford it

[thechampion116]

i don't mind the file system they use.

blog.us.playstation.com has the LBP pricing update.

Halloween Costume/Spacesuit one as well will be free.

Normal costumes cost 0.99cents each.

Premium Costumes (Snake, Sephiroth, etc..) are 1.99 each

There will be bundles that save you the cost of one costume if bought separately.

the first DLC will be out next week.

[CFRTim]

why damn it when FAT32 is pretty much the only choice

-use an exotic apple/linux file system and the mass will cry/confuse/death threat/rage/riot in PS3 Sony forum.
-use NTFS and pay $823238293829323230293232 license fee to Mcrosoft --> increase cost, in which Sony this economic condition can;t afford it

MS doesn't use NTFS even on they're own console, so I don't think fee is the reason

[thechampion116]

MS doesn't use NTFS even on they're own console, so I don't think fee is the reason

wiki says its own and developed by MSoft so Sony would have to pay a fee for it.

I don't know why 360 doesn't use it though.

[CFRTim]

wiki says its own and developed by MSoft so Sony would have to pay a fee for it.

I don't know why 360 doesn't use it though.

Oh yeah that's not what I was trying to say, NTFS is M$s crap, so they wouldn't have to pay any royalties; however, they still use FAT32 on the 360 as well. I wonder what the reason

[thechampion116]

Oh yeah that's not what I was trying to say, NTFS is M$s crap, so they wouldn't have to pay any royalties; however, they still use FAT32 on the 360 as well. I wonder what the reason

maybe its compatibility issues otherwise i'm thinking they don't want people to have whole downloaded HD rips (which are generally 4.7gb and higher) on a HDD. In that sense, people will be forced to go online (ie/Netflix or XBLM) to purchase the shows and movies there.


anybody try the Mirror's Edge demo?

[Setz]

maybe its compatibility issues otherwise i'm thinking they don't want people to have whole downloaded HD rips (which are generally 4.7gb and higher) on a HDD. In that sense, people will be forced to go online (ie/Netflix or XBLM) to purchase the shows and movies there.


anybody try the Mirror's Edge demo?

PS Store hasn't updated yet, has it?

[thechampion116]

PS Store hasn't updated yet, has it?

it hasn't been i was guessing as to whether people would dl it from the UK store.

it just updated.

Siren is $30

[Setz]

it hasn't been i was guessing as to whether people would dl it from the UK store.

it just updated.

Siren is $30

Perfect time for those who missed out on Siren to pick it up. One of the best games this gen, and one of the only survival horror games this gen.

Tried the Mirror's Edge demo and I'm kind of curious if this is how the full game is going to be. I played with runner vision and reticule off and sat only a couple of feet from the screen to get immersed better, and I admit I got a bit of motion sickness.

The demo is great and fun, but it looks very unpolished. Character models look like rejects from Doom 3, and everything is aliased like mad. Considering how a lot of people praised the graphics from screenshots, I hope the demo is an old build. It looks very ugly.

[thechampion116]

Perfect time for those who missed out on Siren to pick it up. One of the best games this gen, and one of the only survival horror games this gen.

Tried the Mirror's Edge demo and I'm kind of curious if this is how the full game is going to be. I played with runner vision and reticule off and sat only a couple of feet from the screen to get immersed better, and I admit I got a bit of motion sickness.

The demo is great and fun, but it looks very unpolished. Character models look like rejects from Doom 3, and everything is aliased like mad. Considering how a lot of people praised the graphics from screenshots, I hope the demo is an old build. It looks very ugly.

your suppose to get motion sickness. Its the next evolution of gaming, actually feeling something when you play. I'd get sick playing for sure, I even get headaches if I stare too long at Wipeout because I feel like I'm actually in some superspeeding vehicle.

[marcopolo85]

The holidays are coming up and what better way to get sales of systems than to come out with quality titles.


Or you can burn them as data discs onto DL discs.

I have tried this, it didnt work for me.

why damn it when FAT32 is pretty much the only choice

-use an exotic apple/linux file system and the mass will cry/confuse/death threat/rage/riot in PS3 Sony forum.
-use NTFS and pay $823238293829323230293232 license fee to Mcrosoft --> increase cost, in which Sony this economic condition can;t afford it

ah... that sucks.

[rdtx2002]

there is no use for NTFS unless you want to store files bigger than 4GB

[mark_in_2k]

there is no use for NTFS unless you want to store files bigger than 4GBWell, that's where it all started. Marco wanted to copy over a file larger than 4GB, and as most HD MKV's are well over 4GB, we have to split them.

[Strikerjs]

Are there any console deals or good bundles out there now or coming up?

[XxXSnake23XxX]

xmas time so look for deals..
black friday should also bring some deals

[Strikerjs]

Does anyone know anything about the new 160GB PS3 coming out? Is the cpu and gpu the same in terms of chip size and power as the ones in the 80GB console? Is anything in the new console better other than the bigger HDD?

[dell]

Just out of curiosity for people dual booting with Linux, what distro is the most commonly used on the PS3? Ubuntu, Yellow Dog, etc. I'm thinking of a hard drive upgrade from the 40 giger and I want to be able to play some of the divx/xvids that aren't compatible natively on the PS3 and also playing films with external subtitles.

Has anyone else tried playing these newer BRrips (bluray rips) xvid movies that are starting to come out? I've noticed the quality is drastically better then the normal dvdrips. They seem to average around 2 gigs give or take a bit. The higher video endcoding bitrate makes the quality better especially if you use have tvs.

[thechampion116]

Just out of curiosity for people dual booting with Linux, what distro is the most commonly used on the PS3? Ubuntu, Yellow Dog, etc. I'm thinking of a hard drive upgrade from the 40 giger and I want to be able to play some of the divx/xvids that aren't compatible natively on the PS3 and also playing films with external subtitles.

Has anyone else tried playing these newer BRrips (bluray rips) xvid movies that are starting to come out? I've noticed the quality is drastically better then the normal dvdrips. They seem to average around 2 gigs give or take a bit. The higher video endcoding bitrate makes the quality better especially if you use have tvs.

I don't have Linux but I've generally seen people use Yellow Dog over Ubuntu. The newer BRrips that are 2gigs are generally mHD or micro HD. They are slightly higher res than the DVDrips and higher bitrate thus for the better quality but are nowhere near actual BRrips which have videos that are 4.7gb or 8gb depending on whether its 720p or 1080p and its contained in an mkv.

[Sgt_Strider]

I don't have Linux but I've generally seen people use Yellow Dog over Ubuntu. The newer BRrips that are 2gigs are generally mHD or micro HD. They are slightly higher res than the DVDrips and higher bitrate thus for the better quality but are nowhere near actual BRrips which have videos that are 4.7gb or 8gb depending on whether its 720p or 1080p and its contained in an mkv.

Any particular reasons why Yellow Dog is more popular than Ubuntu? Is the PS3 a much better media player when it's using a Linux distribution?

[thechampion116]

Any particular reasons why Yellow Dog is more popular than Ubuntu? Is the PS3 a much better media player when it's using a Linux distribution?

i think yellow dog was the first but I've read that Ubuntu is just as good. I was always thinking of adding Linux but I decided against it as I see no reason to install it just for videos.

If your really having problems with divx/xvid files, I just run them through Virtualdub and change a couple settings to make sure video quality is identical and it has worked everytime on my PS3.

If I have mkv, I run it through mkv2vob (can also make it MP4 and AVI) and it runs. Sometimes there is compability issues, but there I just edit the file and remove audio so I can combine the audio back with the video file when I'm done.

[sfu_lifer]

I wouldn't suggest Linux on the PS3. I tried both Ubuntu and Yellow Dog a few months ago and it was just way way too slow. The RAM just limits it plus the GPU access is still locked down from what I was told. Yellow Dog I think got a leg up since they were first and it seems Sony helped them along too.

[kleptodathief]

i mite b in the market for a ps3... 1) can it it modded yet? 2) where and what is the cheapest place to buy it NEW?

thnx :-0

[sfu_lifer]

i mite b in the market for a ps3... 1) can it it modded yet? 2) where and what is the cheapest place to buy it NEW?

thnx :-0
Haha. Modded? Good luck. Sony's done a bang-up job with PS3's security. It's 2 years and still no exploit. Kudos.

[maebach]

Im planning on bringing my gamecube to Uni, do you guys know where I can find a cheap 19-20 inch CRT?

[heimdal]

Im planning on bringing my gamecube to Uni, do you guys know where I can find a cheap 19-20 inch CRT?

Blasphemy in the PlayStation 3 thread!!!

Try Wal-Mart or Zellers, they're probably clearing out CRTs to clear up some shelf space.

[Setz]

Im planning on bringing my gamecube to Uni, do you guys know where I can find a cheap 19-20 inch CRT?

I've got a 200 pound CRT monitor you can have for free. :)

[Sgt_Strider]

im planning on bringing my gamecube to uni, do you guys know where i can find a cheap 19-20 inch crt?

wtf?

[maebach]

Blasphemy in the PlayStation 3 thread!!!

Try Wal-Mart or Zellers, they're probably clearing out CRTs to clear up some shelf space.

thanks

I've got a 200 pound CRT monitor you can have for free. :)

Im in Waterloo at the moment, so Niagara is abit far.

wtf?

I thought of asking here because maybe some people have a small TV for their PS3. Better than making another thread.

[marcopolo85]

For those of you who recieve the dell email newsletter there is a mystery coupon code which is most likely 20% and can be used to buy Resistance 2 which comes to $47.99.

[Setz]

For those of you who recieve the dell email newsletter there is a mystery coupon code which is most likely 20% and can be used to buy Resistance 2 which comes to $47.99.

Applies to other games? Might pick up CoD5 at cheap.

[marcopolo85]

Applies to other games? Might pick up CoD5 at cheap.

no, it only lists R2.

[PCDawg]

For those of you who recieve the dell email newsletter there is a mystery coupon code which is most likely 20% and can be used to buy Resistance 2 which comes to $47.99.

Or get it from amazon.ca for $44.99 ($54.99 - $10 visa coupon). Free shipping and coupon applies to other games as well.

[sfu_lifer]

Applies to other games? Might pick up CoD5 at cheap.

My coupon says Systems and Accessories only. How'd you folks get it to apply for games?

[ATLien69]

How many times can I do this, haha, before they catch on??? So far I've used the same name, address, and CC#, with 3 different email addy's...so far I got all my stuff no problems...


Or get it from amazon.ca for $44.99 ($54.99 - $10 visa coupon). Free shipping and coupon applies to other games as well.

[Unicron]

Found some themes on the UK store that don't seem to appear on the North American one

Heavenly Sword theme (Its free to get)

http://i37.tinypic.com/6sb2ah.jpg

[PCDawg]

How many times can I do this, haha, before they catch on??? So far I've used the same name, address, and CC#, with 3 different email addy's...so far I got all my stuff no problems...

LOL

They wont. I've used it 6 times to the same mailing address and email address. Everyone has been doing it. You dont need to create a new email addy. Just use the same email but click create a new account and create a new password each time. I just label my password to what im buying LOL

[azn_dan]

Found some themes on the UK store that don't seem to appear on the North American one

Heavenly Sword theme (Its free to get)

http://i37.tinypic.com/6sb2ah.jpg

ohhh that looks pretty sweet, thanks for the heads up.

[maebach]

I visit this thread almost daily and I miss my Ps3 more and more. I cant wait to go back home this weekend

[thechampion116]

need some help.

I'm doing another trade at EB tomorrow and I can't decide between Valkyrie, Prince of Persia and Mirrors Edge.

What would you choose???????

I've looked around but I can't find a solid answer. Does any of the games have multiplayer??

I'm leaning towards Mirror's Edge (free bag) and Valkyrie (won't be able to play an RPG until Christmas Holidays), and I assume PoP is the same as the other 3 or 4 on last gen.

Any other games coming out?

[heimdal]

need some help.

I'm doing another trade at EB tomorrow and I can't decide between Valkyrie, Prince of Persia and Mirrors Edge.

What would you choose???????

I've looked around but I can't find a solid answer. Does any of the games have multiplayer??

I'd say Valkyria Chronicles because it's a rare RPG for the PS3, and I'm starving for a good one. Mirror's Edge would be a close second for me but those kinds of games are a dime a dozen.

[Setz]

Did you enjoy the Mirror's Edge demo? I'd say get ME because the free bag and it's a quality title (EA making good games? wat).

[thechampion116]

Did you enjoy the Mirror's Edge demo? I'd say get ME because the free bag and it's a quality title (EA making good games? wat).

thats quite literally the debate I'm having.

Super-unique RPG vs free bag.

RPG is a long time to play, where as Mirror's Edge may be a one shot type thing. Plus, I can't find a good picture of the bag because it looks bad to me and why YELLOW? Plus, its a multiplatform title so it might get cheaper faster unless Valkryie is able to reach GH status.

[Setz]

thats quite literally the debate I'm having.

Super-unique RPG vs free bag.

RPG is a long time to play, where as Mirror's Edge may be a one shot type thing. Plus, I can't find a good picture of the bag because it looks bad to me and why YELLOW? Plus, its a multiplatform title so it might get cheaper faster unless Valkryie is able to reach GH status.

I'm hearing from a lot of friends in both the US and Canada that Valkyria Chronicles is selling like mad with a lot of places sold out. It's faring well considering it got no publicity or anything, and the demo is JUST out as of last week.

The Autumn 2008 flyer for EB has a small picture of the bag. You might have seen it, but if not I can scan it and send it. EBGames.com has a good picture of it too (not EBGames.ca).

I'm going to get Mirror's Edge because it looks like it has a lot of re playability. Even though I've bought 12 new releases in the past month and a bit, Mirror's Edge will stand out because there's no single way to approach a level. Playing with hints off, reticule off, runner's vision off, and difficulty at max will give me an authentic parkour experience and a decent challenge.

None of the games you mentioned are multiplayer, and all of them save for VC will be short (10-12 hours each). Mirror's Edge has good opportunity for DLC (which the PS3 will be getting exclusively). I say wait for reviews on VC and PoP and pick up Mirror's Edge for the bag. If you don't like ME, you can probably sell it in the BST during launch week for 50$~.

My EA comment was a joke. EA surprisingly pulled through and went above and beyond my expectations for Dead Space, something I hope can be done again with Mirror's Edge. Not to mention DICE is developing it. Always have had quality titles like BF2, BF Bad Company, etc.

http://www.deviantart.com/download/91197478/mirrors_edge_feith_rooning_bag_by_LlawlietDN.jpg

The fact that the bag is FREE with pre-orders is a plus. You can probably fit a 17in 16:10 laptop in there.

[thechampion116]

thanks for the input.

I'll probably just make the decision on the spot but I'm leaning towards Mirror's Edge for the bag even though its yellow.

[Setz]

Hoping somebody who ordered ps3 games from amazon.ca can clarify something for me

I was wondering if their games are the US versions (english only) or CAN versions (bilingual). I impulse bought Resistance 2 today with the intent of ordering it from amazon.ca but playing this copy in the meantime while waiting for my order to arrive, then refunding the amazon.ca copy to the store I purchased it today.

I opened it already recalling a thread where a guy said he did this while waiting. However, I might be mistaken and he was probably talking about Dell! So now I'm wondering if it will have the same UPC as the bilingual versions found in Canadian stores. An answer would be much appreciated! Thanks!

If you bought it from BBV, they don't scan the barcode to refund things.

[Wildfire]

Hoping somebody who ordered ps3 games from amazon.ca can clarify something for me

I was wondering if their games are the US versions (english only) or CAN versions (bilingual). Some games specifically say "bilingual", "fr/eng manual", and "vf" wereas other don't. Does this mean for the ones that don't, you get the US versions?

Resistance 2 shows a non bilingual cover like the US version. The US UPC and CAN UPC are identical. So if you order Resistance 2 which version would you get?

My LBP from Amazon came was bilingual (had both manuals) despite no reference in the ad.

[Unicron]

so i own a 360 now but only for a few days .... short comparison of what i think so far

User Interface:

PS3 interface - easy to navigate, a row of options and each section of each row does something different, the playstation store is seperate from the UI which I think is helpful to the user instead of cluttering everything
.......
Xbox 360 interface - that new update is coming and i can see why, as a new user to this interface there's too much going on and it's hard to find exactly what i'm looking for...there is advertising boxes in places I don't think there should be and there's **** going off left and right ...need to use it more to get familiar with it


Image Quality: I tested Battlefield bad company demos on both systems and ps3 just looked better to me, i'll test mirror's edge tomorrow


Ps3 Image Quality - Sharp, looks great on my tv, colours are rich and more vibrant...
......
Xbox 360 Image Quality - maybe i haven't configured it properly yet but image looks washed out, this is also through the HDMI port, same chord as i use for my ps3


I think xbox 360 had better frame rates in some areas in bad company, so it's no slouch there

[p1mp]

Did anyone get into the NA KZ2 beta?
I'm waiting for the email lol :cry:

Oh yeah, VChronicles not showing up anywhere but small mom/pop shops blows! At least I get to pick up VC and ME on the same day. Unless Edge gets delayed too.

[dell]

I read that the current KZ2 beta is batch 2 of 3 so there will be one more beta opportunity when they come out with a revised version not too long from now. I hope to get in then to keep my beta streak going, LBP, R2 and hopefully KZ2.

[Sgt_Strider]

I got some questions about PSN downloads. I heard about Sony's new rules there are limits to redownloading purchases from PSN in regards to movies or something like that. Are there limits to the games that I purchase off PSN? I would like to have the ability to redownload my stuff without repurchasing it in the event that my HD dies or if I replace the stock HD with a bigger one.

[Sheky]

Did anyone get into the NA KZ2 beta?
I'm waiting for the email lol :cry:

I'm in the beta. Good game though not without its issues. This is like beta v2.2 as they've updated some bugs and changed the code a bit. Doesn't feel much different from the last version aside from the fact that it's more buggy.

[Unicron]

I'm in the beta. Good game though not without its issues. This is like beta v2.2 as they've updated some bugs and changed the code a bit. Doesn't feel much different from the last version aside from the fact that it's more buggy.

how does the game look?

[Sheky]

how does the game look?

Looks very nice. The trailers that came out recently are all real time and legit with no touch up. What you see is what you get.

http://www.gametrailers.com/player/38549.html
http://www.gametrailers.com/player/39765.html

Framerate does dip slightly when the action gets intense with 32 players though.

[p1mp]

Damn EB, wouldn't let me change my LBP order to Mirror's Edge or Valkryia Chronicles.

Ordered VC via Amazon.ca instead.
They don't carry console versions of ME (but PC!)

I guess I'll have to go back to EB when ME is out.

Man, there's nothing else coming out between now and end of Dec, that I want to pick up.

SFHD on PSN, and maybe MK vs DC lol. I could've sworn that I saw a release date for Last Remnant this month on ps3.

[Setz]

Damn EB, wouldn't let me change my LBP order to Mirror's Edge or Valkryia Chronicles.

Ordered VC via Amazon.ca instead.
They don't carry console versions of ME (but PC!)

I guess I'll have to go back to EB when ME is out.

Man, there's nothing else coming out between now and end of Dec, that I want to pick up.

SFHD on PSN, and maybe MK vs DC lol. I could've sworn that I saw a release date for Last Remnant this month on ps3.

You can't change your LBP order because LBP is released.

[p1mp]

Bahah is that how it works? Gay, time to use up that credit for ME then.

[CFRTim]

I can't find the LBP thread so here is a little info on the game.

I hope you guys didn't put too much work on your levels, since it appears that LBP levels are getting 'moderated' out of existence.

It doesn't have to involve penis innuendo creations or anything blatantly offensive, either. Just create a level that references anyone else's IP, and you're at risk of losing all your work on the spot
It's not a case of removing the offending content and republishing the level. When it's taken down, it's gone for good.
"Whats the point of having a community driven game if you're not going to let your community do anything with it in an act to try and please everybody?"


http://kotaku.com/5081159/lbp-levels-getting-moderated-out-of-existence

[Sheky]

I can't find the LBP thread so here is a little info on the game.

I hope you guys didn't put too much work on your levels, since it appears that LBP levels are getting 'moderated' out of existence.

It doesn't have to involve penis innuendo creations or anything blatantly offensive, either. Just create a level that references anyone else's IP, and you're at risk of losing all your work on the spot
It's not a case of removing the offending content and republishing the level. When it's taken down, it's gone for good.
"Whats the point of having a community driven game if you're not going to let your community do anything with it in an act to try and please everybody?"


http://kotaku.com/5081159/lbp-levels-getting-moderated-out-of-existence

LOL, I knew this would happen. That's why I didn't pick up this game. Until there's a way to download a level from third party servers like I'd download a CS map and transfer it via USB key, I'll never buy this game.

[Sgt_Strider]

I got some questions about PSN downloads. I heard about Sony's new rules there are limits to redownloading purchases from PSN in regards to movies or something like that. Are there limits to the games that I purchase off PSN? I would like to have the ability to redownload my stuff without repurchasing it in the event that my HD dies or if I replace the stock HD with a bigger one.

No one knows?

[Ninjai]

No one knows?

It's probably 5 downloads....

[Sgt_Strider]

It's probably 5 downloads....

If what you say is true, then perhaps getting a hard copy would be best.

[thechampion116]

No one knows?

the restriction is much greater for movies than games.

Games that still shareable. Even if your stock HD dies, you can still download them. Games are tied to your PS3, so as long as that lives, you will be ok.

Movies are limited to # of downloads to one machine.

[Setz]

Anyone give Valkyria Chronicles a go? It's getting great reviews when I expected a flop.

[Sgt_Strider]

the restriction is much greater for movies than games.

Games that still shareable. Even if your stock HD dies, you can still download them. Games are tied to your PS3, so as long as that lives, you will be ok.

Movies are limited to # of downloads to one machine.

So some games are not shareable? Or all games are shareable? I'm not sure if I understand you.

[mark_in_2k]

So some games are not shareable? Or all games are shareable? I'm not sure if I understand you.Most games are shareable, some or not. In most cases, if you can buy a hard BD copy of the game, such as GT Prologue or Warhawk, then the game is not shareable. However, most games are just downloadable digital copies and can be shared.

[Sgt_Strider]

Most games are shareable, some or not. In most cases, if you can buy a hard BD copy of the game, such as GT Prologue or Warhawk, then the game is not shareable. However, most games are just downloadable digital copies and can be shared.

Would you recommend getting the hard copy instead to save myself from potential problems in the future?

[thechampion116]

Would you recommend getting the hard copy instead to save myself from potential problems in the future?

its safer that way but its completely dependent on you.

For example, some people like to have the game disc and box to display the games they got in their home, like myself. Others like to remove clutter. Having the games on the HDD is nice as well. Faster loading times, no need to insert or remove discs.

[Jay Hova]

Hhahahaa, I remember reading this thread when I was in Grade 10...back in 2005. Vowing that I'd never get into next-gen gaming because omg University :lol:I got one anyway, picked up MGS4 and NBA 2K9 (not really...into this game, I play NBA Live 2005 down to 2007, 2k9 seems so..it's just missing the Live flare).


Anyway, how many more years till we're going to the next-generation of gaming? PS3 came out in 2006 (NA)...and PS2 was at the top of it's game about 5 to 6 years? So do you think, your PS3 will be obsolete come 2011/2012? Shucks, I wish I got a good 6-7 :lol:


OOH, CANNOT WAIT FOR GT5. I play PS3 on a 42" Plasma, love playing 1080 MSG4...truly amazing.

[p1mp]

Speaking of gameshares... is anyone doing one for SFHD?

[marcopolo85]

Grand Turismo 4 Running at 4 X 1080P (3840 x 2160) and 240 Frames Per Second using 4 ps3's....

http://www.gran-turismo.com/en/sp/d2788.html#p05a.jpg

[SergesPlace]

Is there anyone in here who could show me how to stream internet radio like Shoutcast on my PS3? TIA

[mark_in_2k]

Is there anyone in here who could show me how to stream internet radio like Shoutcast on my PS3? TIAYou can do it via TVersity on your PC.

Here's a tute. (http://www.supraforums.com.au/forum/showpost.php?p=830827&postcount=8)

[thechampion116]

Sony 1up's MS on SFIIHD

http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2008/11/19/super-street-fighter-ii-hd-remix-and-free-exclusive-soundtrack-c/

- supposed free exclusive soundtrack
- out one day earlier right after MS announced they were releasing on the 26th and had a special channel.

- they hint one more bonus surprise for the holidays. (i think its SFIII)

[marcopolo85]

Sony 1up's MS on SFIIHD

http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2008/11/19/super-street-fighter-ii-hd-remix-and-free-exclusive-soundtrack-c/

- supposed free exclusive soundtrack
- out one day earlier right after MS announced they were releasing on the 26th and had a special channel.

- they hint one more bonus surprise for the holidays. (i think its SFIII)

im soooo game sharing this.

[p1mp]

im soooo game sharing this.

Let's do it up!

[thechampion116]

im soooo game sharing this.

I want in as well unless you guys already have a gameshare already premade.


Hey anyone from gameshares with me in the past that want to do this, give me a PM especially the people from the gameshare I did that had fighting games. We can use the same account so we don't crowd the ones already on there or max out.

[BananaWeed]

How does game sharing work?

I hope SF3:3S comes out for ps3.

[p1mp]

I want in as well unless you guys already have a gameshare already premade.


Hey anyone from gameshares with me in the past that want to do this, give me a PM especially the people from the gameshare I did that had fighting games. We can use the same account so we don't crowd the ones already on there or max out.

Yeah I haven't seen one just yet. Hopefully the game is only 10$ haha.

[thechampion116]

How does game sharing work?

I hope SF3:3S comes out for ps3.

Sony has this policy where a game can be downloaded to 5 unique PS3's. So essentially a gameshare is a group of 5 people buying one game on one new PSN account and sharing that account among the 5. The downside is if your PS3 breaks, you lose all the games done in the gameshare because if your sent a refurb unit you have another PS3. The upside is if your PS3 never breaks, you essentially buy PSN games for 1/5th the retail price.

I hope Street Fighter 3 as well but now that I think of it, a few weeks ago on ERSB, Street Fighter Alpha 3 was listed so I'm thinking its a PS1/PS3 download.

After reading the original link I posted some more, it says Capcom has a 'Little' surprise. I'm assuming LBP is getting a Capcom costume pack probably consisting of Megaman, Ryu, etc..

Here's a Killzone Preview for everyone not in the beta (like me): http://ps3.ign.com/articles/931/931780p1.html

[sfu_lifer]

Sony has this policy where a game can be downloaded to 5 unique PS3's. So essentially a gameshare is a group of 5 people buying one game on one new PSN account and sharing that account among the 5. The downside is if your PS3 breaks, you lose all the games done in the gameshare because if your sent a refurb unit you have another PS3. The upside is if your PS3 never breaks, you essentially buy PSN games for 1/5th the retail price.
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it's not much of a downside. What needs to happen is for the account holder to deactivate ALL PS3's activated by that gameshare account via Sony's PSN support (you'll need to phone). After that, everyone just activates their console again. My group had to do this for RockBand when someone's PS3 broke. It's pretty painless if you have the right credentials.

[thechampion116]

it's not much of a downside. What needs to happen is for the account holder to deactivate ALL PS3's activated by that gameshare account via Sony's PSN support (you'll need to phone). After that, everyone just activates their console again. My group had to do this for RockBand when someone's PS3 broke. It's pretty painless if you have the right credentials.

cool, never knew that they would allow it.

[SergesPlace]

You can do it via TVersity on your PC.

Here's a tute. (http://www.supraforums.com.au/forum/showpost.php?p=830827&postcount=8)

Ok, thanks. I've got it all sorted out now.

[thechampion116]

is home supposed to come out tomorrow?



Nobody knows. It was rumored to be by someone in the Home Beta because the new update v1.0 is coming for it.

Hopefully it is, but until then it doesn't matter to me. I won't be using much myself for actually socializing but more for the unique spaces Sony and developers will provide.

[PCDawg]

I want in as well unless you guys already have a gameshare already premade.


Hey anyone from gameshares with me in the past that want to do this, give me a PM especially the people from the gameshare I did that had fighting games. We can use the same account so we don't crowd the ones already on there or max out.

we can contact these guys from our last GS .... i believe we all wanted to keep the same core for future DL.

pcdawg, hoho87, bonks, thechampion116 and setz.

I know that i have been with bonks and setz on several GS on other accounts, but your name rings a bell champion as i might have been with u other others as well?

[thechampion116]

we can contact these guys from our last GS .... i believe we all wanted to keep the same core for future DL.

pcdawg, hoho87, bonks, thechampion116 and setz.

I know that i have been with bonks and setz on several GS on other accounts, but your name rings a bell champion as i might have been with u other others as well?

i remember. its the latest one i was involved in. The only issue is that very few games have been released on PSN lately (the only ones i can think of are Age of Booty and now SFIIHD). I know Setz is usually adamant on having only EMT, so it wouldn't be possible at this stage. I'm still only interested in SFIIHD and Sony isn't too good on telling us when PSN games are coming out.

[Wildfire]

Anyone else get a home beta invite tonight by email?
I think they are sending out a bunch to canadians today, check your emails.

[thechampion116]

Anyone else get a home beta invite tonight by email?
I think they are sending out a bunch to canadians today, check your emails.

thanks for telling me to check my email because I'm in.

i post later on my thoughts but I think it won't be too high end for me because I'm not into these kinds of things.

in return everyone sign up for a chance to be in KZ2 beta:

http://www.gamedaily.com/games/killzone-2/playstation-3/game-features/big-fn-giveaway-killzone-2-beta-codes/

only 100 beta codes so it'll be tough. good luck

[wpooh888]

Got an invite as well.

[markj]

i got a home invite today...would rather have killzone though

[Unicron]

1. if you downloaded a game on a certain user profile...a full game then delete that profile from the user menu will the game also be deleted?

2. What about if you delete all user profiles, if a new one is created will the games re-appear?

[thechampion116]

http://www.dpadmagazine.com/2008/11/22/huge-sony-info-blowout/

take it still as rumors because first paragraph states that Dpad were not there but sources gave them the info. (Europe info but probably good here as well)

i'll list it:

- maybe price cuts in March
- motorstorm and LBP PSP showed off
- Uncharted 2 and Killzone shown off
- God of War 3 shown. The source couldn't tell if it was CGI or real because some scenes had a camera feel from a game while others clearly looked like CGI.
- my thoughts of God of War is that it can look ridiculous especially after seeing footage of killzone.

[maebach]

Anyone else get a home beta invite tonight by email?
I think they are sending out a bunch to canadians today, check your emails.

I got one! too bad I wont be able to use it for at least another week :cry:

[marcopolo85]

dancing in home is pure gold. Love doin the robot.

[Talamasca]

dancing in home is pure gold. Love doin the robot.

It's all about the Pop and Lock for me!

So does everyone start off with that way cool condo and then you buy more properties, furniture, clothes, etc.?

[instapump]

how do you get a home beta invite?

anyone with a extra?

[thechampion116]

just ignite the flames for God of War 3.

here is what David Jaffe had to say about it. click the link. I did not want to paste because he swears a lot.

http://criminalcrackdown.blogspot.com/2008/11/vgxpowtf.html

its at the end of the blog.

edit: killzone dev team is on playstation forums and have stated that Killzone 2 = no installs.

[marcopolo85]

HOLY ****!!!!!!#&~# I JUST RECEIVED A KILLZONE 2 BETA CODE! Thanks to thechampion116 I got an email this tuesday morning at 10:27am from gamedaily. Im stuck at work and this is gonna kill me till I get home.

[thechampion116]

HOLY ****!!!!!!#&~# I JUST RECEIVED A KILLZONE 2 BETA CODE! Thanks to thechampion116 I got an email this tuesday morning at 10:27am from gamedaily. Im stuck at work and this is gonna kill me till I get home.

lucky

[p1mp]

Lol seriously. I've been dying for a KZ2 code for the longest time.

Have fun!

[marcopolo85]

apparently gamedaily received 6207 emails for this beta key giveaway. Got lucky, used 6 emails accounts and only 1 came back.

[maebach]

anybody want to do a ps3 gameshare with the TRU promtion of buy2 gamesget 3rd free?

[Setz]

anybody want to do a ps3 gameshare with the TRU promtion of buy2 gamesget 3rd free?

lol wat

you can only gameshare downloaded games.

[thechampion116]

lol wat

you can only gameshare downloaded games.

I think maebach meant 2 other people go with him to TRU. As a unit, they buy 3 games and split the cost so its only about $40 instead of $67 per game.

[sfu_lifer]

I think maebach meant 2 other people go with him to TRU. As a unit, they buy 3 games and split the cost so its only about $40 instead of $67 per game.
That's hilarious. A true physical gameshare :lol:

[mark_in_2k]

Firmware 2.53 is released today. Biggest improvement for me is full support for Flash 9, plus power saving features like the 360 has when downloading demos / games.

Here's the run down: (http://www.computerandvideogames.com/article.php?id=202545)

PlayStation.com sends word that the next PS3 firmware update, version 2.53 will be broadcast across the PlayStation Network tomorrow.

Among the changes in 2.53 is full screen support for Flash videos, power save options to stop your controllers dieing out and "the playback quality of some PlayStation 3 format software has been improved," whatever that means.

Apparently, the account creation screen for PSN has also been redesigned, as you can see here.

See the full change list below:

Users

* You now have an option to set the PS3 system to turn off automatically after a background download or installation of content has completed. This option is available when you turn off the system under [Users] > [Turn Off System] while content is being downloaded or installed.


Settings

* [BD/DVD Settings] has been renamed to [Video Settings].
* [Under [Video Settings], the [Cinema Conversion] option has been renamed to [BD/DVD Cinema Conversion] and the [Upscale] option has been renamed to [BD/DVD Upscaler].
* [ [Sequential Playback] has been added as an option under [Video Settings].
* [ [DivX VOD Registration Code] has been added under [System Settings]. You must use this registration code to authenticate and register the PS3 system to be able to play video files that are compatible with the DivX VOD (Video On Demand) service on your system. For details, visit the DivX website.
* [ [Power Save Settings] has been added as an option under [Settings]. To save power, the PS3 system and wireless controllers can be set to turn off automatically after a certain period of inactivity.
* [Under [Accessory Settings] > [Audio Device Settings], the method for reconnecting Bluetooth devices has been changed.
* [Under [Accessory Settings] > [Keyboard Type], you can now choose the following keyboard types: [German Keyboard (Switzerland)], [French Keyboard (Canada)] and [French Keyboard (Switzerland)].
* [Under [Printer Settings] > [Printer Selection], you can now select printers that support network connectivity. You can also select HP printers using the [HP] option.


Music

* [You can now select one of nine volume output levels using the [Volume Control] setting on the control panel (or the mini-size control panel).
* [Pause] has been added as an icon on the mini-size control panel.


Video

* [You can now select one of nine volume output levels using the [Volume Control] setting on the control panel.
* [ [Scene Search] has been added as an option on the control panel.
* [You can now use the [Mosquito Noise Reduction] setting for video content that is saved on the hard disk or storage media. Use this setting to reduce mosquito noise that appears on the edges of visual images.
* [During BD (BDAV) and DVD playback, a technique known as "chroma upsampling" is now automatically selected based on the movement of objects within the video content and then applied to enhance images in the content.


Game

* [New for 2.52: The playback quality of some PLAYSTATION3 format software has been improved.
* [New for 2.52: A text entry issue that occurs when using the on-screen keyboard, USB keyboard or Bluetooth keyboard with some PLAYSTATION3 format software has been addressed.
* [ [Sync with Server] has been added as an option under [Trophy Collection].
* [By pressing the PS button while playing PLAYSTATION3 format software, you can now view information from the [Settings and Connection Status List] option under [Network Settings].*
* This feature is not available for use with some PLAYSTATION3 format software.


Network

* [New for 2.53: The Internet browser now supports full-screen mode for Adobe Flash Player content.*
* [Support for Adobe Flash Player 9 has been added to [Internet Browser].*


PlayStationNetwork

* [The way to disable the automatic sign-in option and the way to sign out from PlayStationNetwork have been changed.
* [In PlayStationStore, the design of the [View Downloads] and [View Cart] buttons has been changed, and a [Redeem Codes] button has been added.


Friends

* [You can now view information about the most recent sign-in for Friends who are on your Friends list.*
* If you do not set the correct date and time in the [Date and Time] settings under [Settings] > [Date and Time Settings], this information may not be displayed.

[thechampion116]

some of those bullet points were in the last update already. looks like they are padding the update.

[maebach]

lol wat

you can only gameshare downloaded games.

lol, not that.

I think maebach meant 2 other people go with him to TRU. As a unit, they buy 3 games and split the cost so its only about $40 instead of $67 per game.

thanks for rephrasing my initial comment. I should have explained myself better.

[thechampion116]

I posted something about God of War 3 a few posts back.

The jist of it was that David Jaffe (did GOW1, consulted on 2) said Gears of War 2 was the best looking game this year and that God Of War 3 is way beyond that. He has seen it in action.

So of course, flame wars begin on neogaf. This is his response.

http://n4g.com/ClickOut.aspx?ObjID=236721

[marcopolo85]

So I got some playtime in last night for killzone 2 and just wanted to share with you guys my experience thus far.

At first I felt lost, at first it like the controls were a little funky but after a few minutes I had realized the controls were fine but the pace of the game is slower to what im used to. Playing COD4 and resistance 2 where the pace is quite fast, this felt slower but not in a bad way. You actually feel like you have weight unlike cod4. Multiplayer is a ton of fun and the level up type gameplay similar to resistance 2 and cod4 will ensure hours of fun.

Now for the best part, the graphics are INCREDIBLE and at a smooth frame rate. The amount of detail like sparks and flying rock, smoke all seem unreal especially for multiplayer. I can tell you right now this game is gonna be AAA without a doubt.

[thechampion116]

So I got some playtime in last night for killzone 2 and just wanted to share with you guys my experience thus far.

At first I felt lost, at first it like the controls were a little funky but after a few minutes I had realized the controls were fine but the pace of the game is slower to what im used to. Playing COD4 and resistance 2 where the pace is quite fast, this felt slower but not in a bad way. You actually feel like you have weight unlike cod4. Multiplayer is a ton of fun and the level up type gameplay similar to resistance 2 and cod4 will ensure hours of fun.

Now for the best part, the graphics are INCREDIBLE and at a smooth frame rate. The amount of detail like sparks and flying rock, smoke all seem unreal especially for multiplayer. I can tell you right now this game is gonna be AAA without a doubt.

very cool indeed. I like the fast pace gaming but if it has that feel where you shouldn't be moving as easily, that just makes the game more immersive. Hopefully you play some more, because I heard the beta is ending on the weekend.

[sfu_lifer]

some of those bullet points were in the last update already. looks like they are padding the update.

the controller power save is most welcome. Very annoying having to recharge just because PS3 downloads for anything are super slow for me. Downloading via PC is so much better but of course there is no way to do that for game updates.

[thechampion116]

the controller power save is most welcome. Very annoying having to recharge just because PS3 downloads for anything are super slow for me. Downloading via PC is so much better but of course there is no way to do that for game updates.

my controller currently shuts off when its not used for 10mins (set it myself)

I've even done the shut off downloading with Wipeout (at least I think I did).

- already got scene search which is the 1min, 2min, 5min still frame movement

- other than a few patches the only one there in the update list that says 2.53 is the flash 9.

[Sheky]

So I got some playtime in last night for killzone 2 and just wanted to share with you guys my experience thus far.

At first I felt lost, at first it like the controls were a little funky but after a few minutes I had realized the controls were fine but the pace of the game is slower to what im used to. Playing COD4 and resistance 2 where the pace is quite fast, this felt slower but not in a bad way. You actually feel like you have weight unlike cod4. Multiplayer is a ton of fun and the level up type gameplay similar to resistance 2 and cod4 will ensure hours of fun.

Now for the best part, the graphics are INCREDIBLE and at a smooth frame rate. The amount of detail like sparks and flying rock, smoke all seem unreal especially for multiplayer. I can tell you right now this game is gonna be AAA without a doubt.

The turn speed for that game is messed up. Complain as I may, I don't think they'll change it though. For some reason, GG thought it was a good idea to make sensitivity drastically different from turn speed. I like the fact that weapons affect your turning speed, but they're getting it wrong. A rocker launcher weighs more than a rifle and should be treated accordingly, but now, it seems the real difference is only between pistols/SMGs vs the rest of the guns, with the guns in the former group moving too quickly and the latter moving too slowly. A swing and a miss in my books. And I don't like the fact that ironsights move so slowly which encourages hip fire too much.

That's not to say the game is no good though. Still better than anything else out on the console. But it definitely won't replace BF2 for me.

[Setz]

The turn speed for that game is messed up. Complain as I may, I don't think they'll change it though. For some reason, GG thought it was a good idea to make sensitivity drastically different from turn speed. I like the fact that weapons affect your turning speed, but they're getting it wrong. A rocker launcher weighs more than a rifle and should be treated accordingly, but now, it seems the real difference is only between pistols/SMGs vs the rest of the guns, with the guns in the former group moving too quickly and the latter moving too slowly. A swing and a miss in my books. And I don't like the fact that ironsights move so slowly which encourages hip fire too much.

That's not to say the game is no good though. Still better than anything else out on the console. But it definitely won't replace BF2 for me.

It's been a while since I've played BF2, but it uses radar similar to CoD4/5 UAV. ;)

[Sheky]

It's been a while since I've played BF2, but it uses radar similar to CoD4/5 UAV. ;)

LOL, not this again. It's totally different man. If you've played BF2 long enough you'll see that, esp if you snipe, which is what I do most of the time. Boot up BF2 sometime and I'll show you.

[Setz]

LOL, not this again. It's totally different man. If you've played BF2 long enough you'll see that, esp if you snipe, which is what I do most of the time. Boot up BF2 sometime and I'll show you.

Yeah, I guess they're different. I mean, BF2's is much more cheap with it always on.

[bmaz]

Who is checking out HOME, my user name there is Naucha.

[sfu_lifer]

my controller currently shuts off when its not used for 10mins (set it myself)

I've even done the shut off downloading with Wipeout (at least I think I did).

- already got scene search which is the 1min, 2min, 5min still frame movement

- other than a few patches the only one there in the update list that says 2.53 is the flash 9.

Excellent. I didn't know the power saves were already there. I just turned in on. Finally a feature match for the 360 and Wii where it auto shuts off. I almost never use the crappy browser so I don't much care for Flash 9 support but I'm glad they're constantly updating it.

[Sheky]

Yeah, I guess they're different. I mean, BF2's is much more cheap with it always on.

LOL you must've played with some horrible teammates. I don't know about you, but when I play, I go blow up my enemy's UAV and satellite scanner. And I usually walk around the area being scanned and don't go rushing into the fire fights where everyone is, especially when you can see the UAV plane scanning overhead. Yeah, I like this game; it has little things and nuances that people can't appreciate because they've been spoon feed with watered down gameplay for so long.

[Martinga]

OOPS double posted

[Martinga]

I got a home beta invite i won't use.....
I'm giving it away for anyone who needs it or wants it

EDIT: Invite already given out

[zerocool24]

I got a home beta invite i won't use.....
I'm giving it away for anyone who needs it or wants it

Ill take it if you still have it

[Martinga]

Ill take it if you still have it

Sorry someone got ahead of you by only some mins

[marcopolo85]

http://www.ps3center.net/news/1955/resident-evil-5-demo-confirmed-coming-to-psn/

News - Resident Evil 5

Resident Evil 5 demo confirmed coming to PSN
Posted on November 27, 2008 by Nick



Earlier this week, Famitsu Weekly confirmed that a demo of Capcom's highly anticipated Resident Evil 5 would be coming to the Japanese XBox Live Marketplace on December 5. Confusion arose as to whether the demo would be limited to Japan and only the XBox Live Marketplace.

Capcom, however, has confirmed that the demo will be appearing on both the PSN and XBox Live Marketplace, and in all major regions as well. The demo, however, will not be launching simultaneously worldwide, and as of right now, there is no word on the western release date.

[mark_in_2k]

http://www.ps3center.net/news/1955/resident-evil-5-demo-confirmed-coming-to-psn/Good to know. I have a Japanese 360 and PSN account so I can check it out.

[thechampion116]

Good to know. I have a Japanese 360 and PSN account so I can check it out.

don't you need a Gold account for the 360?

its good though and only makes sense to not have an exclusive demo. They need to let more people try the game before they make a purchase. Also the controls are different from RE4, so that will take some adapting.

This is an automatic buy if ratings are over 8.0 or its even similar to RE4 and has offline coop.

[Sheky]

http://www.ps3center.net/news/1955/resident-evil-5-demo-confirmed-coming-to-psn/

Is the COOP in RE5 offline, online or both?

[SwiZz]

Hey guys,

My little cousin bought a 500GB external HD for his PS3, and is having trouble formatting his drive. I'm a 360 owner and so I'm not sure exactly how to help him. I've been googling around, but can't find a solution to the problem.

He was trying to format it to FAT 32, and apparently he saw off some random website to run this command:

format h:/fs/sat32

I'm not 100% sure what that command does, but apparently after doing so, it asked him to enter the next drive and hit "enter" or something, and after he hit enter, it said something along the lines of "direct access to volume cannot be opened"

I'm not sure what he did to his HD, but now it doesn't show up in my computer on his desktop PC. It doesn't show up in disk management either, so I'm not sure how to help him out.

Anyone know what the cause might be? Sorry if the details are sketchy, he's somewhat young and was trying to do it himself, and those are the only details he gave me. Thanks.

[Canadianpsycho]

He swapping it in, or just wants the PS3 to recognize it when he plugs it in to the usb port?

[thechampion116]

Hey guys,

My little cousin bought a 500GB external HD for his PS3, and is having trouble formatting his drive. I'm a 360 owner and so I'm not sure exactly how to help him. I've been googling around, but can't find a solution to the problem.

He was trying to format it to FAT 32, and apparently he saw off some random website to run this command:

format h:/fs/sat32

I'm not 100% sure what that command does, but apparently after doing so, it asked him to enter the next drive and hit "enter" or something, and after he hit enter, it said something along the lines of "direct access to volume cannot be opened"

I'm not sure what he did to his HD, but now it doesn't show up in my computer on his desktop PC. It doesn't show up in disk management either, so I'm not sure how to help him out.

Anyone know what the cause might be? Sorry if the details are sketchy, he's somewhat young and was trying to do it himself, and those are the only details he gave me. Thanks.

http://www.ridgecrop.demon.co.uk/index.htm?fat32format.htm

Thats how I do it. Just follow it and everything will be fine.

[SwiZz]

http://www.ridgecrop.demon.co.uk/index.htm?fat32format.htm

Thats how I do it. Just follow it and everything will be fine.

Thanks. I found on another forum that people used an application called "Swiss Knife", and I told my cousin to try that, and it worked. Thanks again.

[thechampion116]

http://www.gametrailers.com/player/43231.html

Official Debut.

[marcopolo85]

http://www.gametrailers.com/player/43231.html

Official Debut.

YES!!!!!!!

2009 is shaping up to be another stellar year of gaming.

[Setz]

Name is going to be: Uncharted 2: Drake's Misfortune.

Heard it here first, folks.

[firetrainer]

Name is going to be: Uncharted 2: Drake's Misfortune.

Heard it here first, folks.

Uncharted 2: Among Thieves

http://www.gameinformer.com/News/Story/200812/N08.1201.1525.24193.htm

[Setz]

Uncharted 2: Among Thieves

http://www.gameinformer.com/News/Story/200812/N08.1201.1525.24193.htm

Tentative title.

[thechampion116]

Tentative title.

its probably its real title.

here is a real pic of the object in the video.

http://www.gungfu.com/pics_info_pages/knives_shadow_phurba_dagger.htm

here is the official statement:

http://blog.us.playstation.com/2008/12/01/uncharted-2-among-thieves-revealed/

[markj]

drake 2 should be awesome...hopefully not too many ice levels...

[supremekai]

what's with the tags? o_O

still didnt pick up uncharted yet...

[thechampion116]

what's with the tags? o_O

still didnt pick up uncharted yet...

360 fanboys.

don't worry I put some tags in the 360 thread.

[Setz]

360 fanboys.

don't worry I put some tags in the 360 thread.

Abusing tags can result in a ban. It is best to report the bad tags and let the mods deal with it. I left the "stop abusing tags" tag in both threads, and since then the mistagging has stopped.

[thechampion116]

Abusing tags can result in a ban. It is best to report the bad tags and let the mods deal with it. I left the "stop abusing tags" tag in both threads, and since then the mistagging has stopped.

cool. i didn't really flame except put RROD which is fact.

[sfu_lifer]

I wonder how this is going to work out. I read the lead writer (which is what made Drake a better than average tomb raider wannabe) left for greener pastures. Hopefully her work has already been done before she took off.

[Makaveli the Don]

Abusing tags can result in a ban. It is best to report the bad tags and let the mods deal with it. I left the "stop abusing tags" tag in both threads, and since then the mistagging has stopped.

xbots stop abusing tags [PS3 thread]

and

stop abusing tags [Xbox 360 thread]

Reaaaaaaaal mature.

[thechampion116]

GOD OF WAR 3 at VGA's

http://www.spike.com/blog/world-premieres/70766

[marcopolo85]

Seems this years Spike TV's Video Game Awards will be quite the event to watch. They will be showing off new trailers of Uncharted 2 and God of War 3 and apparently it will be the same GoW3 trailer that David Jaffe saw and claimed it to be "a painting in motion." Guess we will have to see this "painting in motion" on dec 14th.

[Setz]

xbots stop abusing tags [PS3 thread]

and

stop abusing tags [Xbox 360 thread]

Reaaaaaaaal mature.

Yeah, and "home=bloatware", "blu-ray player", "rip off machine" are any better?

[Eternia]

Yeah, and "home=bloatware", "blu-ray player", "rip off machine" are any better?
Wow, you just made my morning. Don't ever change. :lol:

[mself084]

Anyone here trade in COD4? tivs.ca has it listed as $22.80 at FS, but that's from 1.5 months ago. im going after work and want to know what i should expect... anything around $20 would be good.

[Setz]

Anyone here trade in COD4? tivs.ca has it listed as $22.80 at FS, but that's from 1.5 months ago. im going after work and want to know what i should expect... anything around $20 would be good.

At EB it has a TIV of 25$. On Futureshop it's around 20-25$ since it's 59.99$ new (FS pre-owned price is 49.99$, the way they calculate TIV is preowned price divided by 2, then divided by 1.10 = 22.75)

[mself084]

At EB it has a TIV of 25$. On Futureshop it's around 20-25$ since it's 59.99$ new (FS pre-owned price is 49.99$, the way they calculate TIV is preowned price divided by 2, then divided by 1.10 = 22.75)

Thanks! I'm going to try my luck at FS... I can't justify having 2 versions of COD when one just gathers dust. :D

[play_b3yond]

First God of War 3 trailer to be revealed on Dec 14th

and gow2 main theme explained:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=peb3c8opFXY

:D

[Setz]

Thanks! I'm going to try my luck at FS... I can't justify having 2 versions of COD when one just gathers dust. :D

The going price for CoD4 PS3 in the BST is 35-40$... might want to consider there instead.

[mself084]

The going price for CoD4 PS3 in the BST is 35-40$... might want to consider there instead.

just listed it. thanks :) still might go the FS route tho...

[Unicron]

Pioneer's 400GB Blu-ray disc will work in current players

http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2008/12/02/pioneers-400gb-blu-ray-disc-will-work-in-current-players/#comments

[p1mp]

http://i37.tinypic.com/10xh7gz.jpg

:(

[CFRTim]

Pioneer's 400GB Blu-ray disc will work in current players

http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2008/12/02/pioneers-400gb-blu-ray-disc-will-work-in-current-players/#comments

These super high density discs won't be available until 2010, just in time for Hideo Kojima's next game.

:lol::lol::lol::lol:

[marcopolo85]

http://www.gamezine.co.uk/news/game-types/action-adventure/naughty-dog-uncharted-2-teaser-real-time-$1252556.htm
Naughty Dog: Uncharted 2 Teaser is Real-Time
Wednesday, 03 Dec 2008 09:46
Nathan Drake - Cold and Weary The Uncharted 2 teaser trailer sent waves through the forums. One question that keeps arising; is the trailer rendered in real-time, or is it fancy CGI? Naughty Dog has exclusively given Gamezine the answer.

Richard Diamant, Naughty Dog's Lead Character Artist, told Gamezine; "Yes, the trailer was all rendered real-time in our engine."

So there you have it. Naughty Dog are one of the few developers to dislike creating false expectations with CGI trailers, and just like Uncharted: Drake's Fortune, their very first teaser is rendered in real-time.

To watch the trailer, please follow this link to our previous story on the title.

Trailer is realtime which is not all that surprising. Looks good.

[thechampion116]

http://www.gamezine.co.uk/news/game-types/action-adventure/naughty-dog-uncharted-2-teaser-real-time-$1252556.htm

Trailer is realtime which is not all that surprising. Looks good.

I always thought it was real-time especially after seeing what the first game looked like. Hopefully they have improved the graphics engine for this one.

edit updates:

- Home is supposedly down from 7pm UK time tmr for maintenance. They will be uploading items to the store to test the mechanics out.
- Ghostbusters June 09
-

[marcopolo85]

The stores in Home are being launched tomorrow.
Anyone wanna camp outside the store with me?:lol::lol::lol:

[thechampion116]

The stores in Home are being launched tomorrow.
Anyone wanna camp outside the store with me?:lol::lol::lol:

I'll see you there if the Leafs game ends early.

[marcopolo85]

Get ready for a whole lot of singleplayer info/vids/pics tomorrow on KZ2.
http://www.ps3hype.nl/images/stories/exclusief/4%20[640x480].jpg
http://www.ps3hype.nl/images/stories/exclusief/Foto257%20[640x480].jpg
http://www.ps3hype.nl/images/stories/exclusief/Foto282%20[640x480].jpg

edit: btw these screens show far better lighting then what is in the current KZ2 beta. These screens in motion is pure sex.

[Sheky]

Get ready for a whole lot of singleplayer info/vids/pics tomorrow on KZ2.
http://www.ps3hype.nl/images/stories/exclusief/4%20[640x480].jpg
http://www.ps3hype.nl/images/stories/exclusief/Foto257%20[640x480].jpg
http://www.ps3hype.nl/images/stories/exclusief/Foto282%20[640x480].jpg

edit: btw these screens show far better lighting then what is in the current KZ2 beta. These screens in motion is pure sex.

Is MP more watered down or did they improve the graphics? That second pic looks far better.

[marcopolo85]

Is MP more watered down or did they improve the graphics? That second pic looks far better.

The maps look much more brighter in these pics compared to the current mp beta. In some maps its gets quite dark to the point where u cant see whats infront of you. I read in the official playstaion forums where motherh666 who is a Guerilla Games QA guy said that they improved on the textures since the beta but its somewhat hard to tell from these latest pics since they are small and blurry.

We will find out tomorrow when the embargo on the SP is up.

[marcopolo85]

Keep an eye on this site, they accidentally posted some vids of the SP but took them down now. I managed to view some and HOLLLYYYY.
http://gamersyde.com/game_1306_en.html

Vids should go up in about 2 hrs.

[Sheky]

The maps look much more brighter in these pics compared to the current mp beta. In some maps its gets quite dark to the point where u cant see whats infront of you. I read in the official playstaion forums where motherh666 who is a Guerilla Games QA guy said that they improved on the textures since the beta but its somewhat hard to tell from these latest pics since they are small and blurry.

We will find out tomorrow when the embargo on the SP is up.

Glad to hear they're still working on the textures. I thought the 490MB beta was a bit small given it had three maps. Figured they nerfed the textures for easy DL. Cuz didn't they say they had 1GB maps for this game?

[thechampion116]

killzone looks awesome from the videos i saw.
The snapshot above where the bullets are hitting the Helghan fighter are awesome.

I know Killzone 1 was being called the Halo killer (which it wasn't) but I still thought it was a good game (i would have given it a 7.5/10). Then they did Killzone Liberation which is amazing. Hopefully they continue this transition.

heres a snapshot i found on the net:

http://i34.tinypic.com/mbtsbd.gif

[PCDawg]

killzone looks awesome from the videos i saw.
The snapshot above where the bullets are hitting the Helghan fighter are awesome.

I know Killzone 1 was being called the Halo killer (which it wasn't) but I still thought it was a good game (i would have given it a 7.5/10). Then they did Killzone Liberation which is amazing. Hopefully they continue this transition.

heres a snapshot i found on the net:

http://i34.tinypic.com/mbtsbd.gif

BOOM Headshot.....

SO i presume this game is rated E for Everyone?!?!?

I so cant wait. Im not normally a 1st person shooter gamer as i use to get motion sickness, but for some reason I can play the next gen 1st person games fine without getting sick. Maybe becuase of the bigger screen, better and less fuzzy graphics and smoother gameplay?

[Sheky]

BOOM Headshot.....

SO i presume this game is rated E for Everyone?!?!?

I so cant wait. Im not normally a 1st person shooter gamer as i use to get motion sickness, but for some reason I can play the next gen 1st person games fine without getting sick. Maybe becuase of the bigger screen, better and less fuzzy graphics and smoother gameplay?

You'll get sick in this one. :D It has a LOT of motion blur. Takes a while to get use to it.

[marcopolo85]

You'll get sick in this one. :D It has a LOT of motion blur. Takes a while to get use to it.

Yes the learning curve for this game will take some time. The controls, pace, motion blur all need getting used to. Its not like cod4 where you can just pickup and play and just run and gun. This game needs skill.

[PCDawg]

You'll get sick in this one. :D It has a LOT of motion blur. Takes a while to get use to it.

Great, i just recalled where in COD4 in campaign mode there was a part where you were rocked with heavy gunfire and you are getting rocked around everywhere and i was a bit dazed LOL

[mark_in_2k]

Great, i just recalled where in COD4 in campaign mode there was a part where you were rocked with heavy gunfire and you are getting rocked around everywhere and i was a bit dazed LOLThat's what I call total immersion! :lol:

[v1nc3nt]

http://i36.tinypic.com/2dj9phl.gif

http://i36.tinypic.com/2iaanbr.gif

http://i36.tinypic.com/21oa25z.jpg

Killzone 2
Preview: Welcome part 1
Length: 9 minutes 28 seconds

http://gamersyde.com/stream_9616_en.html

you know what? instead of getting 360 this holiday, i'll work in the summer and get ps3 + killzone 2 + hd tv!

this game looks amazing! :-0

[Setz]

There is no gore in the game. Heads exploding is an effect added digitally. These .gifs are doctored.

[mark_in_2k]

OK guys, enough of the animated gif's already!! Even with a high speed connection, this page loads like a dog! And these tiny anims hardly do the game any justice. Go check out the high def versions if you really want to be stunned.

[mark_in_2k]

There is no gore in the game. Heads exploding is an effect added digitally. These .gifs are doctored.Nope, it's real. I checked out the videos they had on Gametrailers last night from the single player campaign. It's gore all right!

[marcopolo85]

http://gamer.blorge.com/2008/12/04/sony-to-break-even-with-ps3-in-2009/

Sony plans to break even in 2009 and when they do they will be more aggressive.

I think a pricedrop along with the release of Killzone 2 would be huge.

[CFRTim]

http://gamer.blorge.com/2008/12/04/sony-to-break-even-with-ps3-in-2009/

Sony plans to break even in 2009 and when they do they will be more aggressive.

I think a pricedrop along with the release of Killzone 2 would be huge.


Reeves stated, “Next year we are probably going to be a little bit more aggressive when we reach the break-even point.”

:lol::lol:

This guy's joke. Now, is 2009 going to be the year of the PS3?

[marcopolo85]

Reeves stated, “Next year we are probably going to be a little bit more aggressive when we reach the break-even point.”

:lol::lol:

This guy's joke. Now, is 2009 going to be the year of the PS3?

along with 2010, 2012 also.

[shandrew]

best buy sells an 80 gig for 399,
eb games sells for 399, at least thats what their respective sites say anyway..

any benefit from buying from eb games instead of bestbuy?

[marcopolo85]

best buy sells an 80 gig for 399,
eb games sells for 399, at least thats what their respective sites say anyway..

any benefit from buying from eb games instead of bestbuy?

Buy from Costco if you can. I buy all my gaming machines from there mainly for their return policy. Although its not as good now its still better then what other retailers offer.

[thechampion116]

http://geoffmk.gametrailers.com/gamepad/


God of War III trailer at VGA 20008 will be of 'real-time' gameplay. This better be good.

[Makaveli the Don]

best buy sells an 80 gig for 399,
eb games sells for 399, at least thats what their respective sites say anyway..

any benefit from buying from eb games instead of bestbuy?

Eb Games is giving a free new release with it!

[CFRTim]

Time magazine has its Top 10 lists going on, and under "gadgets" they have Sony Playstation "Home" for PS3 listed at number 10. How is this a gadget, and how will 007 use it? :lol:

http://www.time.com/time/specials/2008/top10/article/0,30583,1855948_1863825_1863820,00.html

[marcopolo85]

Time magazine has its Top 10 lists going on, and under "gadgets" they have Sony Playstation "Home" for PS3 listed at number 10. How is this a gadget, and how will 007 use it? :lol:

http://www.time.com/time/specials/2008/top10/article/0,30583,1855948_1863825_1863820,00.html

lol, what a joke. Home isnt even officially out yet.

[gamer123]

think theres going to be any deals for the console during xmas?

[sfu_lifer]

think theres going to be any deals for the console during xmas?

Prolly Boxing day.

[theprodigy]

So Persona 4 is out tomorrow...I was wondering...it should work without any problems on the ps3 60gb, right?

Anyone else getting it?

[Waiwai]

So Persona 4 is out tomorrow...I was wondering...it should work without any problems on the ps3 60gb, right?

Anyone else getting it?
Isn't it the 10th for Canada? Will be picking it up though.

[thechampion116]

So Persona 4 is out tomorrow...I was wondering...it should work without any problems on the ps3 60gb, right?

Anyone else getting it?

it should work on the 60gb but the 80gb still has to be tested.

I know Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories doesn't work with the 80gb.

[liquidimpulse]

has anyone recently noticed compatability issues when playbacking music/videos via tversity..? i started noticing about 1-2 months ago... things that would normally play (.avi, some .mp3's etc) no longer work....:confused:

am i the only one experiencing this/getting this?

[Bryson]

Buy from Costco if you can. I buy all my gaming machines from there mainly for their return policy. Although its not as good now its still better then what other retailers offer.

What's Costco's current return policy and what did it used to be?

How reliable are the PS3s? I wonder if it would be safe taking a chance on a used system. Since there aren't too many games out it's not like people play the **** out of it anyways lol. :razz: I bought my xbox 360 new though.

How hard is it to change the harddrive for a bigger one and is it worth it?

[AnthraX]

What's Costco's current return policy and what did it used to be?

How reliable are the PS3s? I wonder if it would be safe taking a chance on a used system. Since there aren't too many games out it's not like people play the **** out of it anyways lol. :razz: I bought my xbox 360 new though.

How hard is it to change the harddrive for a bigger one and is it worth it?

It's as hard as plugging in an sata cable can be. Video link. (http://www.ps3scene.com/news/static/PS3DIYHarddriveUpgradeVideo-1164657658.php)

There's another tutorial somewhere I saw where you use a regular 3.5" but it sits outside the system.

[ottawasportsfan2010]

Home launches dec 11th worldwide.

[SkeptiKal12]

I bought a PS3 from EB games yesterday. Brought it home and took it out of the packaging. The person I had planned to give it to for xmas wanted to open it right away. Regardless, upon opening the PS3 I noticed that the console looked old/used.

It was full of dust, had 4 USB ports (frmo Sony's website I see that the new ones come with 2) and had the residue of a sticker on one of its sides. I called EB games as soon as I noticed this and requested that the replace the console with a new one, since I bought a 'new' unit. They refused at this particular location stating that they only sell new units and that if someone returned a opened one they would notice.

Anyone have any particular advice on what I should do in this situation? Would like a new console since that is what I paid for, not a used/refurb one that clearly shows its been used/returned.

** Played a DVD on the unit and it worked. Haven't tried playing any games on it.

[marcopolo85]

What's Costco's current return policy and what did it used to be?

How reliable are the PS3s? I wonder if it would be safe taking a chance on a used system. Since there aren't too many games out it's not like people play the **** out of it anyways lol. :razz: I bought my xbox 360 new though.

How hard is it to change the harddrive for a bigger one and is it worth it?
Costco's return policy used to be 1 year but now I believe its 3 months but this is only for electronics.

Ps3 is very reliable. I got my ps3 on launch day and not a single problem. Ive had a few crashes here and there but other then that no problems.

I put in a 320gig hard drive and its extremely easy to do. Holds all my movies and has about 20 demos on it and I still have about 200gigs.

I bought a PS3 from EB games yesterday. Brought it home and took it out of the packaging. The person I had planned to give it to for xmas wanted to open it right away. Regardless, upon opening the PS3 I noticed that the console looked old/used.

It was full of dust, had 4 USB ports (frmo Sony's website I see that the new ones come with 2) and had the residue of a sticker on one of its sides. I called EB games as soon as I noticed this and requested that the replace the console with a new one, since I bought a 'new' unit. They refused at this particular location stating that they only sell new units and that if someone returned a opened one they would notice.

Anyone have any particular advice on what I should do in this situation? Would like a new console since that is what I paid for, not a used/refurb one that clearly shows its been used/returned.

** Played a DVD on the unit and it worked. Haven't tried playing any games on it.

dude if I were you I'd go back and raise hell. You paid for a new console, if I were you i'd be furious.

[p1mp]

I bought a PS3 from EB games yesterday. Brought it home and took it out of the packaging. The person I had planned to give it to for xmas wanted to open it right away. Regardless, upon opening the PS3 I noticed that the console looked old/used.

It was full of dust, had 4 USB ports (frmo Sony's website I see that the new ones come with 2) and had the residue of a sticker on one of its sides. I called EB games as soon as I noticed this and requested that the replace the console with a new one, since I bought a 'new' unit. They refused at this particular location stating that they only sell new units and that if someone returned a opened one they would notice.

Anyone have any particular advice on what I should do in this situation? Would like a new console since that is what I paid for, not a used/refurb one that clearly shows its been used/returned.

** Played a DVD on the unit and it worked. Haven't tried playing any games on it.

Which location is this? I'd call, complain and have a few words with head office too.

[SkeptiKal12]

Its at the Mapleview mall location.

I am going to go there and raise hell.

[thechampion116]

Its at the Mapleview mall location.

I am going to go there and raise hell.

do it.

If you bought the current 80gb system, it only has 2 USB Ports. Explain that to them and that should be enough. If they still refuse, call EB's head office instead and file a formal complaint with the store.

[gamer123]

i pulled the trigger today :) only have gta4 atm, too bad i missed the 2for30 deal :(

[Bryson]

It's as hard as plugging in an sata cable can be. Video link. (http://www.ps3scene.com/news/static/PS3DIYHarddriveUpgradeVideo-1164657658.php)

There's another tutorial somewhere I saw where you use a regular 3.5" but it sits outside the system.


Costco's return policy used to be 1 year but now I believe its 3 months but this is only for electronics.

Ps3 is very reliable. I got my ps3 on launch day and not a single problem. Ive had a few crashes here and there but other then that no problems.

I put in a 320gig hard drive and its extremely easy to do. Holds all my movies and has about 20 demos on it and I still have about 200gigs.


Too bad the PS3 uses 2.5" drives when I've got spare 3.5" drives lying around. I'm still not sure if I should pick up a used one though. A friend of mine did so and Sony charged him $200 to fix it because he had no receipt. Considering their warranty is only 1 year, I figure if the system lasts you that long, you've saved money. I've also heard that Microsoft is more lenient in regards to needing a receipt.

What kind of movies do you have on your PS3? It seems like such a waste to make the jump to HD and still be watching divx movies. I am probably going to be streaming HD movies from my PC and use it as a HTPC.

[Setz]

Too bad the PS3 uses 2.5" drives when I've got spare 3.5" drives lying around. I'm still not sure if I should pick up a used one though. A friend of mine did so and Sony charged him $200 to fix it because he had no receipt. Considering their warranty is only 1 year, I figure if the system lasts you that long, you've saved money. I've also heard that Microsoft is more lenient in regards to needing a receipt.

What kind of movies do you have on your PS3? It seems like such a waste to make the jump to HD and still be watching divx movies. I am probably going to be streaming HD movies from my PC and use it as a HTPC.

mandem if u put da 3.5" drive in a usb enclosure it will work dude

[thechampion116]

Too bad the PS3 uses 2.5" drives when I've got spare 3.5" drives lying around. I'm still not sure if I should pick up a used one though. A friend of mine did so and Sony charged him $200 to fix it because he had no receipt. Considering their warranty is only 1 year, I figure if the system lasts you that long, you've saved money. I've also heard that Microsoft is more lenient in regards to needing a receipt.

What kind of movies do you have on your PS3? It seems like such a waste to make the jump to HD and still be watching divx movies. I am probably going to be streaming HD movies from my PC and use it as a HTPC.

an easy solution is to just use the PS3 HDD for games and saves. Take one of those 3.5" and format it to FAT32 and put movies on there instead and just keep it connected to the PS3. personal media HDD.

MSoft is only lenient with the warranty if you get RROD of death which is the common issue with 360.

Just an update: 'DON'T BE SURPRISED BY GOD of WAR 3 TRAILER'

David Jaffe said that the trailer at VGA's is not what he saw.

[supremekai]

Home open beta comes out tomorrow~

[thechampion116]

Home open beta comes out tomorrow~

mentioned a few posts above yours this morning.

here is the official link:

http://blog.us.playstation.com/2008/12/10/playstation-home-open-beta-launches-tomorrow/

[shannn]

Hey guys,

I'm trying to watch an MP4 file on my PS3, but it says that it is an unsupported video file. I tried converting it to an AVI file (using both XVID AND DIVX) to no avail

Here is more info on the file:
AUDIO - AAC 24000Hz 6ch 129Kbps
VIDEO - 567 kbps H.264 23.976 FPS
RESOLUTION - 640 x 272
ENCODER - x264
PROFILE - High @ Level 5.1
W/ no subs on the file

Am I doing something wrong? Does anyone have any conversion tools/ideas that I can use to play this file on my PS3? I've been watching some SD videos on my PS3 and they look really good, so I'd like to watch this one too.

Thanks for the help in advance

[sfu_lifer]

MSoft is only lenient with the warranty if you get RROD of death which is the common issue with 360.

False. They don't require receipt. EVER. It's always based on the manufacturing date of the console. It's Sony that insists on needing a receipt. If it's under a year, MS'll help you out with Disc read error'ed machines. PS3's are a bit more rock solid though so hopefully you won't need it repaired.

As for Shann, I suggest converting it to Divx (not xvid). Try divx pro to do it since divx files are officially supported unlike with the 360 where xvid's will probably work a little better but divx not.

PS3 is a great movie player. Shame it doesn't support mkv's natively without having to transcode off the PC or converting via GotSent (or burning an AVCHD DVD).

Say, has anyone been getting D5027 errors? I've been trying for the past hour to no avail. Mind you I haven't booted this boring thing in a week but I wanted to get the free items and summer home before Sony took it out.

[mark_in_2k]

Hey guys,

I'm trying to watch an MP4 file on my PS3, but it says that it is an unsupported video file. I tried converting it to an AVI file (using both XVID AND DIVX) to no avail

Here is more info on the file:
AUDIO - AAC 24000Hz 6ch 129Kbps
VIDEO - 567 kbps H.264 23.976 FPS
RESOLUTION - 640 x 272
ENCODER - x264
PROFILE - High @ Level 5.1
W/ no subs on the file

Am I doing something wrong? Does anyone have any conversion tools/ideas that I can use to play this file on my PS3? I've been watching some SD videos on my PS3 and they look really good, so I'd like to watch this one too.

Thanks for the help in advanceThe problem is that the PS3 can't play files with profile Level 5.1. It can only play up to Level 4.1. You'll have to re-encode to get it to work. Best program to do this is MKV2VOB.

[Calmuser]

Hey guys,

I'm trying to watch an MP4 file on my PS3, but it says that it is an unsupported video file. I tried converting it to an AVI file (using both XVID AND DIVX) to no avail

Here is more info on the file:
AUDIO - AAC 24000Hz 6ch 129Kbps
VIDEO - 567 kbps H.264 23.976 FPS
RESOLUTION - 640 x 272
ENCODER - x264
PROFILE - High @ Level 5.1
W/ no subs on the file

Am I doing something wrong? Does anyone have any conversion tools/ideas that I can use to play this file on my PS3? I've been watching some SD videos on my PS3 and they look really good, so I'd like to watch this one too.

Thanks for the help in advance

if you have a network, might want to try this media server

http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/showthread.php?t=670987

works on all my files without encoding.

[gamer123]

noob q, is the hdd is just game saves, videos, music? or can i "backup" a game disc in there so i dont have to put disc in everytime to play? thanks

[sfu_lifer]

noob q, is the hdd is just game saves, videos, music? or can i "backup" a game disc in there so i dont have to put disc in everytime to play? thanks
This is not the 360. Backing up an entire PS3 game will kill your HD space as they try to make use of the entire BR space available to them. Many PS3 games have "Install" options but that maxes out at 5GB which is nowhere near the full game size. Heck MGS4 forces you to install multiple times depending on where you are in the game.

Say is PSN down for people? I can't seem to connect.

[Setz]

This is not the 360. Backing up an entire PS3 game will kill your HD space as they try to make use of the entire BR space available to them. Many PS3 games have "Install" options but that maxes out at 5GB which is nowhere near the full game size. Heck MGS4 forces you to install multiple times depending on where you are in the game.

Say is PSN down for people? I can't seem to connect.

Home is being added. Expect downtimes.

[nhui06]

Read an ad from EB Games that if you purchase a 80 GB PS3 for $399.99 you get a choice of a free game (Resistance 2, LBP, etc). Can someone verify?

[thechampion116]

Read an ad from EB Games that if you purchase a 80 GB PS3 for $399.99 you get a choice of a free game (Resistance 2, LBP, etc). Can someone verify?

its true. there's a thread for it in the Hot Deals section.

[sfu_lifer]

Home is being added. Expect downtimes.

I wish they'd be like Major Nelson and post in an official blog or something about their plans. Would save me wasting my time trying to log in.

Welp, looks like Home is now Live. I'll boot it again when I get home to see if they added anything significant.

[Jay Hova]

Still having trouble deciding what game to buy...non-FPS. My brother wants to get Smackdown vs Raw 2009, I'm iffy on it because I want a game that once I've beat it, I can turn it on and do a HARD-CORE match with major gore. I don't think SDR has that, because the blood doesn't stay on the ring...

I know for SURE, I will get Gran Turismo 5...but I can't think of what to get till then. I was thinking of getting a FIFA/UEFA game, but in 2010 it's the World Cup, so it's probably better to get one then.

We enjoyed True Crime Streets of LA, on our Xbox way back. I suggest GTA4, but my brother doesn't seem to like it after he played it.

I have NBA 2k9...I find it somewhat boring to be honest. And MGS4, which I'm kinda lost story-line wise.

Any suggestions? Btw, we don't play RPG either.

[thetrufinder]

Still having trouble deciding what game to buy...non-FPS. My brother wants to get Smackdown vs Raw 2009, I'm iffy on it because I want a game that once I've beat it, I can turn it on and do a HARD-CORE match with major gore. I don't think SDR has that, because the blood doesn't stay on the ring...

I know for SURE, I will get Gran Turismo 5...but I can't think of what to get till then. I was thinking of getting a FIFA/UEFA game, but in 2010 it's the World Cup, so it's probably better to get one then.

We enjoyed True Crime Streets of LA, on our Xbox way back. I suggest GTA4, but my brother doesn't seem to like it after he played it.

I have NBA 2k9...I find it somewhat boring to be honest. And MGS4, which I'm kinda lost story-line wise.

Any suggestions? Btw, we don't play RPG either.
Have you tried the classic FPSes on the PS3? Resistance 2 for example?
Co-op 2 ppl on the same console online so you and ur bro and play together, plus its a solid campaign and way improved over the first one.

Or COD:WAW co op is fun, and you can always come back to the game once your done through arcade mode or whatever and the multiplayers prety good too, building on cod4, plus nazi zombie mode is jokes :cheesygri

You could give prince of persia a try but it looks a bit easy =/
Mirror's edge is a change of pace if youre into that but again lots of trial and error
Dead Space is a sleeper hit, but i;d recommend it if youre into the whole horror/action gameplay style

[sfu_lifer]

Still having trouble deciding what game to buy...non-FPS. My brother wants to get Smackdown vs Raw 2009, I'm iffy on it because I want a game that once I've beat it, I can turn it on and do a HARD-CORE match with major gore. I don't think SDR has that, because the blood doesn't stay on the ring...

I know for SURE, I will get Gran Turismo 5...but I can't think of what to get till then. I was thinking of getting a FIFA/UEFA game, but in 2010 it's the World Cup, so it's probably better to get one then.

We enjoyed True Crime Streets of LA, on our Xbox way back. I suggest GTA4, but my brother doesn't seem to like it after he played it.

I have NBA 2k9...I find it somewhat boring to be honest. And MGS4, which I'm kinda lost story-line wise.

Any suggestions? Btw, we don't play RPG either.
Prince of Persia isn't hard but it's fantastic and pretty fun. At least a rent.

[thechampion116]

Still having trouble deciding what game to buy...non-FPS. My brother wants to get Smackdown vs Raw 2009, I'm iffy on it because I want a game that once I've beat it, I can turn it on and do a HARD-CORE match with major gore. I don't think SDR has that, because the blood doesn't stay on the ring...

I know for SURE, I will get Gran Turismo 5...but I can't think of what to get till then. I was thinking of getting a FIFA/UEFA game, but in 2010 it's the World Cup, so it's probably better to get one then.

We enjoyed True Crime Streets of LA, on our Xbox way back. I suggest GTA4, but my brother doesn't seem to like it after he played it.

I have NBA 2k9...I find it somewhat boring to be honest. And MGS4, which I'm kinda lost story-line wise.

Any suggestions? Btw, we don't play RPG either.

Fifa 09 is a very good game. I see you tried MGS4. Yeah you probably got lost in story because there were 3 games prior to it.

You will never see major gore in a wrestling game in this day and age. Your gonna be waiting forever because THQ and WWE will just get sued.

Mirror's Edge is worth a try. It's FPS, but no guns are necessary. Valkryia Chronicles = great tactical 3rdpersonshooter RPG. If you like racing games, Burnout Paradise is the best and buy The Dark Knight on bluray, its amazing.

GT5P is quite good, but the updates for it are far and few between and supposedly Sony is expecting 2009 Christmas as official release of GT5 at least in Japan.

[Setz]

Think my PS3 is focked. Says my PS3 is missing files when I try to go onto Home.

[thechampion116]

Think my PS3 is focked. Says my PS3 is missing files when I try to go onto Home.

can you still go through the XMB??

if you can back it up and then access the 'service' mode. never done it but its worth a try.

http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2008/10/18/firmware-2-50-adds-hidden-recovery-menu/

maybe rebuilding the database or restoring the file system will solve your problem.

[kleptodathief]

so i finally setup/installed my ps3 today! fcukin annoying how many times it has to restart cuz of that version update :mad:

so tedious inputting the TEXT with the controller and the font sizes r too dam small!!! i prefer the xbox NXE dasboard anyday..so simple and LESS text / more grafx :idea:

btw my PSN is kleptodathief ofcourse :cheesygri

now i need to get a GAME or a BD disc to test it

lets c if i like the ps3 over the xbox...ps3 seems to run hella quiet tho! :)

wow TONS of demos to dload...! looks like i'll b busy!

[thechampion116]

so i finally setup/installed my ps3 today! fcukin annoying how many times it has to restart cuz of that version update :mad:

so tedious inputting the TEXT with the controller and the font sizes r too dam small!!! i prefer the xbox NXE dasboard anyday..so simple and LESS text / more grafx :idea:

btw my PSN is kleptodathief ofcourse :cheesygri

now i need to get a GAME or a BD disc to test it

lets c if i like the ps3 over the xbox...ps3 seems to run hella quiet tho! :)

wow TONS of demos to dload...! looks like i'll b busy!

#1: I assume you have a USB keyboard?? hook it up. much better
#2: PS3 is quiet but will get a little loud when it gets hot.
#3: just a tip, when downloading, for faster speeds, let the download go when you choose so in the store. Do not put multiple downloads at the same time, it's a tad slower that way.

[kleptodathief]

^thanx for the tip! ya i got a wireless usb keyboard/mouse, i'll try using it with ps3, just need batteries :idea:

been playing with the ps3 ALL day since this morning, first time setting it up... i even have tversity media server working with it but still working out the kinks

i just can't belive ps3 dusn't have that many 1080p games

and the demos take YEARS to dload! i guess sony has slow effing servers....xbox games u can dload FAST

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_full_HD_1080P_PS3_games

[marcopolo85]

Think my PS3 is focked. Says my PS3 is missing files when I try to go onto Home.

lol I had this problem too, its not the ps3. Most like home just try again in a couple days or so.

Also gonna try deleting the game data and redownloading it.

[Twism]

Has anyone tried logitech wireless keyboards and mice with their ps3?

[Setz]

Has anyone tried logitech wireless keyboards and mice with their ps3?

My Logitech wireless invisible optical mouse works.

[kleptodathief]

twism, yes that logitech EX110 cordess mouse/keyboard works FINE with the ps3, i just hooked it up! :idea: i don't think the HOT keys work tho

F1- brings up the side browser options/menus
F5- refresh
lower left windows button- brings up the ps3 main menu screen

need to find the back button function! and how to map the X and O buttons to work

the browser on the ps3 is pretty good for videos/pics sites but the TEXT is so tiny its killing me! trying to browse RFD forums lol...can u get virus/trojans on the ps3? say i visit a xxx site??? :D

[Hoodwink]

You can zoom in on the browser to read text.

[thechampion116]

Hey Setz,


everything working good now???

[Setz]

Hey Setz,


everything working good now???

Yes, it turns out my problem was happening to a lot of people, and it was on sony's end.

[sfu_lifer]

i just can't belive ps3 dusn't have that many 1080p games

and the demos take YEARS to dload! i guess sony has slow effing servers....xbox games u can dload FAST

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_full_HD_1080P_PS3_games

Don't buy into the 1080p hype. Would you sacrifice resolution that you likely won't see much of a difference of detail-wise unless your TV is > 50" versus nice special effects and more detailed textures and higher polygon counts? It's just a silly marketing bullet point for the vast majority of gamers out there with no access to a 65" + HDTV. Devs should just let PS3 upscale it to 1080p instead of rendering natively at 1080p.
Regarding servers, yep. But hey, it's free. 360 locks out some demos and freebies to gold members only which is super lame. What I hate are the massive game updates. With 360, the patch is tiny and takes you away from gaming for not even a minute. I find with the PS3 that patches are obviously larger, takes time to install and slow to download at times. If the 360 can patch so simply and cleanly, PS3 should be able to do the same at some point.

[kleptodathief]

^ well i played ps3 tigerwoods 2009 demo@ 720p and the xbox real full game version is 1080p, and they do look the same but the intro screen was noticebly WORSE on the ps3

imo i can definitely c a quality issue with 1080p vs 720p, 1080p is SO MUCH clearer/sharper , esp when ur watching bd trailers/demo vids

[Setz]

^ well i played ps3 tigerwoods 2009 demo@ 720p and the xbox real full game version is 1080p, and they do look the same but the intro screen was noticebly WORSE on the ps3

imo i can definitely c a quality issue with 1080p vs 720p, 1080p is SO MUCH clearer/sharper , esp when ur watching bd trailers/demo vids

Elaborate troll is elaborate.

Go into Display Settings on the PS3 XMB and select HDMI -> Custom and select only 1080p.

[kleptodathief]

all sony ps2 and ps3 games are on BR discs?

[Hoodwink]

PS2 games are on DVDs, PS3 games are all BR.

[theprodigy]

all sony ps2 and ps3 games are on BR discs?

Are you serious?

[XxXSnake23XxX]

all sony ps2 and ps3 games are on BR discs?

not ps2 but ps3's are

[kleptodathief]

dam...hoping someone can crack these BR discs! 50+ bux a game is dam xpensive! :mad:


btw wats the max size HD i can put into the ps3, 320gb?

[Hoodwink]

Don't think there is a max, just as big a drive as you can find.

As for cracking the PS3, very unlikely. Some games are 40GB, how long will it take you to download it?

[sfu_lifer]

dam...hoping someone can crack these BR discs! 50+ bux a game is dam xpensive! :mad:


btw wats the max size HD i can put into the ps3, 320gb?
Even if you crack it, how much are DL BR blanks?? It's better waiting around for those Rogers 2/$30 or 2/$40 or for the eventual pricedrop a couple of months later. I have a decent PS3 library now (12 games plus DLC) and I don't regret buying any of the games I've gotten.

[marcopolo85]

Some crazy new uncharted 2 screens:
http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=345546
http://img514.imageshack.us/img514/97/capture7kb9.jpg
http://i34.tinypic.com/huhhjq.jpg
http://img266.imageshack.us/img266/5697/capture2yo2.jpg

[Martinga]

looks incredible!

Glad to see the power of the PS3 is slowly beginning to be seen

[ashs]

Uncharted is bar far one of my favourite ps3 games. Cant' wait for part 2.

[Setz]

Uncharted is bar far one of my favourite ps3 games. Cant' wait for part 2.

tru.dat

Uncharted is my favorite game out right now. Hope it will be replaced by Uncharted 2. I hope ND never goes back to Crash/Jak and just continues with Drake.

[Super strokey]

all sony ps2 and ps3 games are on BR discs?

... um no just ps3 games...

[Super strokey]

Some crazy new uncharted 2 screens:
http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=345546


If those are legit in engine like they claim it to be its gonna be a crazy ass game to look at. I should give uncharted another chance, i hated teh demo but maybe ill give it another go.

[Setz]

If those are legit in engine like they claim it to be its gonna be a crazy ass game to look at. I should give uncharted another chance, i hated teh demo but maybe ill give it another go.

Demo was pretty much 1/40th of the game. Same gameplay, but later on there's a lot more to it. Platforming becomes so intricate and cinematic it's amazing.

[Super strokey]

Its in-game. Naughty Dog shows in-game stuff all the time.

Just could be bullshot is all

[thechampion116]

If those are legit in engine like they claim it to be its gonna be a crazy ass game to look at. I should give uncharted another chance, i hated teh demo but maybe ill give it another go.

Its in-game. Naughty Dog shows in-game stuff all the time.

edit; huh. how did my quote appear in the post above mine when mine was posted way later and super_strokey's is unedited.

[kleptodathief]

so the ps3 has the better specs in terms of grafix/cpu power? i read it only had like 512 megs of RAM? course a fast puter + xpensive vid card just kills both consoles:idea:

[Setz]

so the ps3 has the better specs in terms of grafix/cpu power? i read it only had like 512 megs of RAM? course a fast puter + xpensive vid card just kills both consoles:idea:

A PC needs more RAM and processing power to play games at the same graphical power of the PS3/360 because it requires resources to run the OS and background processes. As it stands, a PC with the same specs as the PS3 will perform worse because PS3's hardware is dedicated to gaming.

However, it's hard to get a PC with the raw computing potential of the PS3. IIRC, PS3 has a 7 core processor with each processor at 3.5ghz. If memory serves me right, the best CPU available for public consumers is 4 cores at 3.0ghz (although I could be wrong).

But yeah, if you had a PC with 4gb RAM, 8800GTX, and a Q6600 (4cores @ 2.66ghz), it would perform better than a PS3, even though the PS3 uses weaker hardware.

[Super strokey]

A PC needs more RAM and processing power to play games at the same graphical power of the PS3/360 because it requires resources to run the OS and background processes. As it stands, a PC with the same specs as the PS3 will perform worse because PS3's hardware is dedicated to gaming.

However, it's hard to get a PC with the raw computing potential of the PS3. IIRC, PS3 has a 7 core processor with each processor at 3.5ghz. If memory serves me right, the best CPU available for public consumers is 4 cores at 3.0ghz (although I could be wrong).

But yeah, if you had a PC with 4gb RAM, 8800GTX, and a Q6600 (4cores @ 2.66ghz), it would perform better than a PS3, even though the PS3 uses weaker hardware.

Thats not a fair comparison as the cell doesnt work like 7 different cores. A pc with the same cpmuting power is pretty easy to get for a grand or less.

[thechampion116]

A PC needs more RAM and processing power to play games at the same graphical power of the PS3/360 because it requires resources to run the OS and background processes. As it stands, a PC with the same specs as the PS3 will perform worse because PS3's hardware is dedicated to gaming.

However, it's hard to get a PC with the raw computing potential of the PS3. IIRC, PS3 has a 7 core processor with each processor at 3.5ghz. If memory serves me right, the best CPU available for public consumers is 4 cores at 3.0ghz (although I could be wrong).

But yeah, if you had a PC with 4gb RAM, 8800GTX, and a Q6600 (4cores @ 2.66ghz), it would perform better than a PS3, even though the PS3 uses weaker hardware.

I believe that hte PS3 has one CPU and 7 SPUs. The 7 act like a CPU and can tasks from that but there is only 6 available for games.

edit: concerning God of War III, in the trailer, when the title appears out of the sky, people have taken pictures of it and instead of the word 'of' you get '6F'. People don't know if it was an accident or a hidden teaser meaning something is gonna happen on Feb 6.
or
its just the symbol appearing behind it thus causing the illusion.

[sfu_lifer]

You actually only get 6 SPU's to use with the PS3. One is exclusive to the OS and cannot be touched by devs. It has 8 cores but one is disabled due to yield issues.
Jaffe is full of crap. Painting my a$$. This doesn't look any better than say, Devil May Cry. I was expecting some renaissance style artwork but did not see that in the trailer (I played it 5 times on my 1080p plasma just to make sure I wasn't missing something). I'm looking forward to it since I bought all the GoW games, even the one for PSP. Great gameplay and story from the past so hopefully they keep it going and not try to change the formula too much.

[sfu_lifer]

Its in-game. Naughty Dog shows in-game stuff all the time.

edit; huh. how did my quote appear in the post above mine when mine was posted way later and super_strokey's is unedited.

Yes but their screenshots have been touched up a little before. Uncharted was still amazing graphically and it looks like Uncharted 2 will keep the tradition going.

[thechampion116]

You actually only get 6 SPU's to use with the PS3. One is exclusive to the OS and cannot be touched by devs. It has 8 cores but one is disabled due to yield issues.
Jaffe is full of crap. Painting my a$$. This doesn't look any better than say, Devil May Cry. I was expecting some renaissance style artwork but did not see that in the trailer (I played it 5 times on my 1080p plasma just to make sure I wasn't missing something). I'm looking forward to it since I bought all the GoW games, even the one for PSP. Great gameplay and story from the past so hopefully they keep it going and not try to change the formula too much.

Jaffe posted on his blog yesterday with a video saying that what was shown at the VGAs WAS NOT what he saw. He is saying that is most likely an old build and the trailer had to be submitted awhile back. Jaffe was recently at the studio so he saw the latest build of the game which he deemed a 'painting'.

He had too clarify himself after everyone started taking jabs at him.

[liquidimpulse]

sorry to sway a bit off topic, but is anybody else experiencing wierd issue with their ps3? Just today, i fired it up to pay some little big planet, but upon starting the game, it shrunk down to 480p/something less than that as there were hugeblack spaces to the left,right, top and buttom! No problem i thought, ill just double check the settings. I check my ps3 settings and the output is set at the maximum 1080p it's capable of(usally when paying LBP it wll g to 720p). Anywys, so i fire it up again and it is stll the same thing.
I take it out thinking maybe its just a problem because of the LBP update, howeve whe i put in resistance 2, the EXACT same thing happened!:mad:

My ps3 is literally 3 weeks under the 1 year warranty coverage, does anybody know whats going on or what might be the problemm? I'll try swapping the HDMI connection to rule on the LCD and report bak.

[thechampion116]

sorry to sway a bit off topic, but is anybody else experiencing wierd issue with their ps3? Just today, i fired it up to pay some little big planet, but upon starting the game, it shrunk down to 480p/something less than that as there were hugeblack spaces to the left,right, top and buttom! No problem i thought, ill just double check the settings. I check my ps3 settings and the output is set at the maximum 1080p it's capable of(usally when paying LBP it wll g to 720p). Anywys, so i fire it up again and it is stll the same thing.
I take it out thinking maybe its just a problem because of the LBP update, howeve whe i put in resistance 2, the EXACT same thing happened!:mad:

My ps3 is literally 3 weeks under the 1 year warranty coverage, does anybody know whats going on or what might be the problemm? I'll try swapping the HDMI connection to rule on the LCD and report bak.

is it your TV. My TV remote allows me to change the viewing settings of the TV from widescreen to letterbox and etc...

otherwise, all my games are showing in HD


if thats not it, I guess your hooked up by HDMI. if you are, reset the console or change the settings back to 480i (i assume you still have the cables) and then change it back to HDMI.

[Setz]

Fallout 3 trophies were added yesterday morning. Those of you who put the game off until trophies were put in (like me), fret not and play teh gaem.

[liquidimpulse]

is it your TV. My TV remote allows me to change the viewing settings of the TV from widescreen to letterbox and etc...

otherwise, all my games are showing in HD


if thats not it, I guess your hooked up by HDMI. if you are, reset the console or change the settings back to 480i (i assume you still have the cables) and then change it back to HDMI.

yup..turned out to be the case! in a side note, does any1 know the rma/replacement process of a ps3 is if still under the 1 year warranty period? my ps3 is constantly freezing when playing lbp and other intense games.

[bmaz]

yup..turned out to be the case! in a side note, does any1 know the rma/replacement process of a ps3 is if still under the 1 year warranty period? my ps3 is constantly freezing when playing lbp and other intense games.
Even if someone here told you the complete process, you still have to contact Sony, so just cut out the middle man.

[thechampion116]

yup..turned out to be the case! in a side note, does any1 know the rma/replacement process of a ps3 is if still under the 1 year warranty period? my ps3 is constantly freezing when playing lbp and other intense games.

at least the first problem is solved.

For the freezing, is the PS3 in an open location. maybe its overheating. Do you have any other games to try (disc based, or downloadable base)??

Try them first. If that didn't do the trick, go to 'Game Data Utility', delete the LittleBigPlanet and Resistance Game data. This is the stuff that the disc installs to the machine upon initial loadup. Maybe something happened to them during a reset or something. DO NOT DELETE GAME SAVE. I suggest you back those up just in case. Then put the game back in and let it reinstall that game data and see what happens.

Hoping it works.

[liquidimpulse]

at least the first problem is solved.

For the freezing, is the PS3 in an open location. maybe its overheating. Do you have any other games to try (disc based, or downloadable base)??

Try them first. If that didn't do the trick, go to 'Game Data Utility', delete the LittleBigPlanet and Resistance Game data. This is the stuff that the disc installs to the machine upon initial loadup. Maybe something happened to them during a reset or something. DO NOT DELETE GAME SAVE. I suggest you back those up just in case. Then put the game back in and let it reinstall that game data and see what happens.

Hoping it works.

its got a good amount of clearance around all sides of it as its placed in an entertainment unit. I've played games such as rock band 2 and it has frozen on me once, but it mostly freezes during long 'bouts of little big planets or when a lot of stuff is happening(i.e. everyone opening their popits/a crapload of points come crashing down from the sky).

I've gone through most of the game data and deleted the unnecessary ones, should make things feel less cluttered..?

[thechampion116]

its got a good amount of clearance around all sides of it as its placed in an entertainment unit. I've played games such as rock band 2 and it has frozen on me once, but it mostly freezes during long 'bouts of little big planets or when a lot of stuff is happening(i.e. everyone opening their popits/a crapload of points come crashing down from the sky).

I've gone through most of the game data and deleted the unnecessary ones, should make things feel less cluttered..?

If you deleted the LBP data and reinstalled it and it still freezes, I'm beginning to think it's the PS3 going on you because even when I'm playing and the fans start blasting, it doesn't lag or freeze.

I would call Sony if I were you. It shouldn't take long to receive your PS3 back or a refurb unit. Back everything up first. I believe their repair centre is in Oshawa (at least it was for PS2).


A little LBP Update:


http://kotaku.com/5111964/metal-gear-solid-4-sackboys-yes-plural-level-pack-arriving-soon

MGS4 sackboy includes Snake, Raiden, Praying Mantis, and Meryl. Also looks like a level pack or sticker pack with it as well.

[sfu_lifer]

Jaffe posted on his blog yesterday with a video saying that what was shown at the VGAs WAS NOT what he saw. He is saying that is most likely an old build and the trailer had to be submitted awhile back. Jaffe was recently at the studio so he saw the latest build of the game which he deemed a 'painting'.

He had too clarify himself after everyone started taking jabs at him.
I hope his right cos that trailer was crap. 2 years ago it would've been ok but in this day and age, graphically lame. The new standard for painting type graphics is Prince of Persia.

[can2000]

Would anyone please tell me if the 160G version PS3 can play PS2 games or not? It does have 2 USB ports. Thanks!

http://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/proddetail.asp?logon=&langid=EN&sku_id=0665000FS10114041&catid=

[Setz]

Would anyone please tell me if the 160G version PS3 can play PS2 games or not? It does have 2 USB ports. Thanks!

http://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/proddetail.asp?logon=&langid=EN&sku_id=0665000FS10114041&catid=

20gb PS3 - DISCONTINUED
CARD READER? - BACKWARDS COMPATABLE? - 4 USB SLOTS / 2 USB SLOTS - DUAL SHOCK 3 INCLUDED?
40gb PS3 - 299$/349$/359$
CARD READER? - BACKWARDS COMPATABLE? - 4 USB SLOTS / 2 USB SLOTS - DUAL SHOCK 3 INCLUDED? -< YMMV
60gb PS3 - DISCONTINUED
CARD READER? - BACKWARDS COMPATABLE? - 4 USB SLOTS / 2 USB SLOTS - DUAL SHOCK 3 INCLUDED?
80gb PS3 - 499$/399$
CARD READER? - BACKWARDS COMPATABLE? - 4 USB SLOTS / 2 USB SLOTS - DUAL SHOCK 3 INCLUDED?
80gb PS3 (New) - 399$
CARD READER? - BACKWARDS COMPATABLE? - 4 USB SLOTS / 2 USB SLOTS - DUAL SHOCK 3 INCLUDED?
80gb PS3 (MGS4 bundle) - 499$/399$
CARD READER? - BACKWARDS COMPATABLE? - 4 USB SLOTS / 2 USB SLOTS - DUALSHOCK 3 INCLUDED?

DOES NOT INCLUDE
INCLUDES
Most Common Price

If you can find an MGS4 80gb bundle for 399$ or under, it is the best price for the best bundle.

In order of value:

1. 80gb MGS4 bundle
2. 60gb
3. 80gb
4. 20gb
5. 80gb (new)
6. 40gb

160gb is the same as 40gb except bigger HD.

[thechampion116]

I hope his right cos that trailer was crap. 2 years ago it would've been ok but in this day and age, graphically lame. The new standard for painting type graphics is Prince of Persia.

I think the latest we get to see the game for real will be at E3 2009 or just before it. Thats a long way to go though because I don't think they will show anything like that at CES.


UPDATES:

- Home Japan gets Ridge Racer, Soul Caliber, Tekken Lounges
- Home Japan Namco Museum Lounge will be bigger as well
- Uncharted vs Uncharted 2 (http://www.psu.com/Uncharted-vs-Uncharted-2-visual-comparison-Feature--a0005801-p0.php)
- currently rumors that Team ICO is announcing something tmr. (can be special or not important at all)

[Unicron]

its got a good amount of clearance around all sides of it as its placed in an entertainment unit. I've played games such as rock band 2 and it has frozen on me once, but it mostly freezes during long 'bouts of little big planets or when a lot of stuff is happening(i.e. everyone opening their popits/a crapload of points come crashing down from the sky).

I've gone through most of the game data and deleted the unnecessary ones, should make things feel less cluttered..?

Back up your saves onto a USB flash drive

then try to format the playstation from the System Options menu

might be some errors with data on the drive...

If it still freezes after that you might have to return the ps3

[Setz]

Back up your saves onto a USB flash drive

then try to format the playstation from the System Options menu

might be some errors with data on the drive...

If it still freezes after that you might have to return the ps3

I think freezing happens to everyone and is dependant on the game.

LBP has frozen on me when connecting to levels online (=network problem).
Fallout 3 has frozen once on me (CPU intensive game)

[thechampion116]

I think freezing happens to everyone and is dependant on the game.

LBP has frozen on me when connecting to levels online (=network problem).
Fallout 3 has frozen once on me (CPU intensive game)

He is saying that it constantly freezes more than just an obscure moment so I'm thinking the PS3 is the issue.

His only real option is to reformat the PS3 or access the factory mode and rebuild the PS3 database in hopes it brings everything back to normal. (msg me if you want to try this option)

Otherwise if he knows someone else with a PS3, he should bring the games there and try them to see what happens.

[kleptodathief]

i hate how my 80gb ps3 only has TWO usb ports!!! that sux...wud b nice to have 4! course i can get a usb hub tho... any good cheap ones?

[Setz]

i hate how my 80gb ps3 only has TWO usb ports!!! that sux...wud b nice to have 4! course i can get a usb hub tho... any good cheap ones?

Bro, all your posts for the past week+ has been negative comments and complaining. Buy a USB hub if you really need more than 2 USB ports.

[Mike Skinner]

is there a price drop coming in the new year?

[thechampion116]

is there a price drop coming in the new year?

Sony says no but they would never say it is yet because people would just wait until then.

Rumors are that by March there will be a price drop. They say the PS3 is moving the CPU and GPU to 45nm processes so that generally means a price drop of some sort and probably a shrink in the size of the machine as well (all speculative).

[marcopolo85]

is there a price drop coming in the new year?

ur guess is as good as anyone elses.

[mark_in_2k]

is there a price drop coming in the new year?I highly doubt there will be a price drop soon. With the financial crisis going on and companies losing money all over the place, plus the weak CDN $ (we're currently on par pricing with the US$) prices are more likely to go UP.

In fact, Sony Europe have already stated that "some" electronics will be going up in price (http://www.engadget.com/2008/12/09/sony-to-shed-8-000-jobs-increase-prices-in-bid-to-bolster-profi/).

If I were you, I wouldn't wait too long.

[renegadeavenger]

Seems like this question seems to be asked a lot, so I will cover it once again for those that don't like searching...

Current PS3 80gb and 160gb DO NOT SUPPORT BACKWARDS PS2 COMPATIBILITY.

The LAST 80GB model ( in terms of "maybe" still possible to find but rare ) that DOES support compatibility is the MGS4 Bundle.

there are also previous 80gb and of course the 60/20gb models but I think those are completely extinct for good now.

In terms of price drops, definitely not this christmas, but 2009 I predict Ps3 will drop around 50 dollars again since Blu-Ray players are getting cheaper. I wouldn't be predicting a 100 dollars price drop so for those that plan to wait forever to get a PS3, don't bother since you will only save 50 bucks ( cost of 1 game ).

[Calmuser]

socom headset question, do you need to leave it plugged in all the time?

I charged mine up and turned it off a couple of weeks ago, tried turning on today and nothing, looks like it discharged while it was turned off...

[thechampion116]

new MGS4 levels in LBP with trophies and paintball gun.

http://212.10.30.205/psn-trophies/?gameid=NPWR00160_00

- paintball trophy
- metal gear REX trophy
- Beat Act 3,4
- Beat Act 5 (The BOSS)
- paint splurge
- and a couple others.

looks like I might have to buy this.

its basically a mini-game add-on for LBP


RESISTANCE 2 Tournament:

who wants to play.

http://kotaku.com/5113819/sony-gamebattles-host-resistance-2-tournament--score-9000-in-cash

[CFRTim]

socom headset question, do you need to leave it plugged in all the time?

I charged mine up and turned it off a couple of weeks ago, tried turning on today and nothing, looks like it discharged while it was turned off...

Most rechargeable batteries don't hold charge for too long; I see you said a couple of weeks.

[XxXSnake23XxX]

RESISTANCE 2 Tournament:

who wants to play.

http://kotaku.com/5113819/sony-gamebattles-host-resistance-2-tournament--score-9000-in-cash

how do you get in?

[marcopolo85]

Holy **** this looks awesome!
http://i39.tinypic.com/ifx5wj.jpg
http://i40.tinypic.com/95u3p3.jpg
http://i43.tinypic.com/2z3qq79.jpg
http://i43.tinypic.com/30a9k76.jpg
http://i40.tinypic.com/34hw8xd.jpg

[thechampion116]

I've messaged everyone in an old Gameshare about this to see if they have LBP.


and inquiring about Lumines SuperNova (14.99).


I love Lumines and it was my first Game for PSP and can't wait to play on PS3.

[p1mp]

how do you get in?

US only lol.

[thechampion116]

Just some PS3 news for the PS3 users:


Infamous update (by makers of Sly Cooper, they say its a game to look out for)
http://au.ps3.ign.com/articles/940/940036p1.html

Fat Princess Q&A: http://ps3.ign.com/articles/940/940214p1.html
- Spring 09 release

IGN gave Lumines 8.5 (no online play though which stinks)

[Setz]

Just some PS3 news for the PS3 users:


Infamous update (by makers of Sly Cooper, they say its a game to look out for)
http://au.ps3.ign.com/articles/940/940036p1.html

Fat Princess Q&A: http://ps3.ign.com/articles/940/940214p1.html
- Spring 09 release

IGN gave Lumines 8.5 (no online play though which stinks)

Lookin' pretty good. inFamous, Prototype, Killzone 2, and Uncharted 2 are some games to look out for next year.

I'm interested in a gameshare for MGS4 LBP DLC and Lumine (assuming Lumines has trophies).

[CFRTim]

It's good to hear that Sony is making trophies mandatory as of next year, but they should have thought of this from the beggining.

"An as-yet unexplained error related to PS3 Trophy synchronisation is breaking a number of games on the console.
The error, which seems to have first struck after the release of firmware version 2.50, appears to occur when users change their PSN ID or password.
After doing so, their Trophy data becomes corrupt and running a select number of games brings up an error that notifies the user of a failure to sync Trophy data. In the worst of cases, the game forces the player to quit and "try again", only to repeat the same message. Known affected titles include WipEout HD, Burnout Paradise, LittleBigPlanet and Pain. An update is on the way, firmware update 2.53, released earlier this month, didn't fix the problem."


http://computerandvideogames.com/article.php?id=204492

[Hoodwink]

Man Fat Princess is gonna be tons of fun.

[shannn]

Hey guys, just wanted an opinion

Do you think Valkyria Chronicles will be a rare game? I was having problems finding it, so I bought it at full retail price at this small store.

I also have an order on Amazon (for $50 after tax) but I am debating whether I should keep the Amazon order (and keep it unopened)...they say they don't know when it will ship

It only sold like, 33K last month (according to NPD), so I'm wondering if this will be as hard to find as something like Suikoden II for PS1? If it is, I may as well keep the Amazon order (and sell it later for a textbook or something, while keeping the one I bought)

Thoughts?

[sfu_lifer]

Man Fat Princess is gonna be tons of fun.

And controversial. I don't know why Sony would greenlight something like this. They seem to want to attract the wrong kind of attention.

[sfu_lifer]

I highly doubt there will be a price drop soon. With the financial crisis going on and companies losing money all over the place, plus the weak CDN $ (we're currently on par pricing with the US$) prices are more likely to go UP.

In fact, Sony Europe have already stated that "some" electronics will be going up in price (http://www.engadget.com/2008/12/09/sony-to-shed-8-000-jobs-increase-prices-in-bid-to-bolster-profi/).

If I were you, I wouldn't wait too long.

Very true. It may go up here. But if Sony wants to make an impact with Nintendo's lead, they're going to have to price drop (perhaps by E3).

[Setz]

And controversial. I don't know why Sony would greenlight something like this. They seem to want to attract the wrong kind of attention.

I haven't been following the media drama, but I assume it's people complaining about the princess being overweight? People just want a reason to start a rut like the whole "racism in RE5" thing where a series where 'white zombies' have been killed relentlessly is A-OK, but the moment 'black zombies' are being killed it's the worst thing in the world.

[sfu_lifer]

I haven't been following the media drama, but I assume it's people complaining about the princess being overweight? People just want a reason to start a rut like the whole "racism in RE5" thing where a series where 'white zombies' have been killed relentlessly is A-OK, but the moment 'black zombies' are being killed it's the worst thing in the world.
Yes but Capcom, despite resisting initially, eventually capitulated by making the zombies of all races. The Fat Princess devs (and Sony since they're publishing it) could have avoided all this by not making the characters human. When the game is released, you can bet the controversy will go up bigtime.

[thechampion116]

Yes but Capcom, despite resisting initially, eventually capitulated by making the zombies of all races. The Fat Princess devs (and Sony since they're publishing it) could have avoided all this by not making the characters human. When the game is released, you can bet the controversy will go up bigtime.

just people overreacting. its a video game where the princess doesn't start off fat to begin with. You feed the princess so she becomes fat which should actually be a lesson. Eat too much and you will be fat.

can't wait for the update today. I want MGS4 LBP DLC now and Lumines.

Supposedly Suikoden for PS1 is being released today as well for those interested.

[Setz]

just people overreacting. its a video game where the princess doesn't start off fat to begin with. You feed the princess so she becomes fat which should actually be a lesson. Eat too much and you will be fat.

can't wait for the update today. I want MGS4 LBP DLC now and Lumines.

Supposedly Suikoden for PS1 is being released today as well for those interested.

They should release more PS1 games on PSN. The Japanese store has like 70 games with hit titles like Brave Fencer Musashi, Parasite Eve, Metal Gear Solid, Silent Hill, Resident Evil... etc.

PS: They recently updated LBP with a camera option. Export images to the PS3 HD. Unfortunatey it's "stickers", so it's a resolution of 320x180.

[sfu_lifer]

just people overreacting. its a video game where the princess doesn't start off fat to begin with. You feed the princess so she becomes fat which should actually be a lesson. Eat too much and you will be fat.

can't wait for the update today. I want MGS4 LBP DLC now and Lumines.

Supposedly Suikoden for PS1 is being released today as well for those interested.
I can't believe how Sony is dropping the ball when it comes to games for their PSN. HUGE back catalog and they're trickling stuff out. It's 2 years now and this is all that's there? It should be like Nintendo and the VC stuff. 3 games per week usually. Meanwhile they're celebrating the measly amounts they've gotten from Home so far which has been a bust in many gamers eyes.

Regarding Fat Princess, it's a terrible idea. Forcibly feed someone so she's harder to remove from the castle. No one in my family is even near remotely fat but even they can see how this can be construed in the general public.

[gamer123]

noob q again, interested in rockband or guitar hero, am i able to download songs to add to the game? tbh i just want some modern songs in it. thanks

[Setz]

noob q again, interested in rockband or guitar hero, am i able to download songs to add to the game? tbh i just want some modern songs in it. thanks

Yes, but not any song you choose. There's a handful of songs you can buy on the PSN Store for both RB and GH (more RB though), but you can't just import your own.

[gamer123]

o you gota pay for each...sux. i heard for ghwt you can dl user-created songs right? free?

[Setz]

o you gota pay for each...sux. i heard for ghwt you can dl user-created songs right? free?

There are some free songs for GH and RB, but 99% of it is paid DLC. For World Tour you can make your own and download user-created for free.

[Makaveli the Don]

How's:

$200 for a 40GB + remote with ~1.5-2 years of extended warranty left. It works great but it's kinda meh looking.

Should I snag it or forget it?

[Firestorm]

I know the answer is probably no, but no harm in asking. Can you "gameshare" movies you download on PSN? >.>

[Setz]

I know the answer is probably no, but no harm in asking. Can you "gameshare" movies you download on PSN? >.>

I am sure you could, but this isn't available in Canada yet.

[Firestorm]

I am sure you could, but this isn't available in Canada yet.Oh. Well damn. Microsoft and Sony can bite me >=[ Actually I should blame the movie and television companies for refusing to understand that digital distribution should be worldwide and unrestricted by the ******** licensing agreement structure from the stone age.

[sfu_lifer]

Wow I thought all HDMI cables were alike but I ran into a cheap one from NCIX that I bought that refused to give me 1080p. 720p/1080i was fine but not 1080p. On my 360, 1080p was just fine outputting to my Panny. I used a different HDMI cable from monoprice and that worked just fine and dandy. I guess there is such a thing as lower quality HDMI cables :mad:

[thechampion116]

I can't believe how Sony is dropping the ball when it comes to games for their PSN. HUGE back catalog and they're trickling stuff out. It's 2 years now and this is all that's there? It should be like Nintendo and the VC stuff. 3 games per week usually. Meanwhile they're celebrating the measly amounts they've gotten from Home so far which has been a bust in many gamers eyes.

Regarding Fat Princess, it's a terrible idea. Forcibly feed someone so she's harder to remove from the castle. No one in my family is even near remotely fat but even they can see how this can be construed in the general public.

Sony has dropped the ball with the PS1 downloads but it IS more difficult than releasing games on VC. Most of teh VC games are still owned by the developers and companies. A lot of the games released for PS1 and onwards relied heavily on complete soundtracks, quite a few developers and studios and properties separating since then. Its a lot harder to release games that way especially for 5.99 and all the work involved. Thats why GoldenEye on VC hasn't been released because it was on N64, Rare is with MS, and James Bond property belongs to Activision (or something). Its too much trouble.

[sfu_lifer]

Sony has dropped the ball with the PS1 downloads but it IS more difficult than releasing games on VC. Most of teh VC games are still owned by the developers and companies. A lot of the games released for PS1 and onwards relied heavily on complete soundtracks, quite a few developers and studios and properties separating since then. Its a lot harder to release games that way especially for 5.99 and all the work involved. Thats why GoldenEye on VC hasn't been released because it was on N64, Rare is with MS, and James Bond property belongs to Activision (or something). Its too much trouble.
Sure that's a given but it's like they're not even trying. At least get their own 2nd party or 1st party studios in there. Encourage the 3rd parties to release their stuff there. Hike the pricing as well since obviously it's too low compared to the VC stuff just to get the publishers on board. Goldeneye is a different beast altogether. It can be done. I'd be willing to buy a few of the RPGs if they put them out (other than Suikoden, never really got into that series). In any case,
MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE! Stay away from your PS3 for a few hours and enjoy the family time :D

[kleptodathief]

cant wait till SF IV comes out...also is it true that final fantasy 13 is gonna b out for the xbox as well??? i thought FF was a SONY ps3 exclusive

[rdtx2002]

cant wait till SF IV comes out...also is it true that final fantasy 13 is gonna b out for the xbox as well??? i thought FF was a SONY ps3 exclusive

i believe it's a timed exclusive in Japan.. but same launch in NA

[sfu_lifer]

i believe it's a timed exclusive in Japan.. but same launch in NA

It also sounds like a very rushed port so it may not be as good/buggy.

[thechampion116]

It also sounds like a very rushed port so it may not be as good/buggy.

it is a port but I think SE has their own engine designed to code for all systems.

[supremekai]

FFXIII is exlcusive to PS3 in Japan.

[maebach]

Where's the cheapest place to buy RB2?

[sfu_lifer]

it is a port but I think SE has their own engine designed to code for all systems.

Is it proven FFXIII is using the "white engine"?

[thechampion116]

Is it proven FFXIII is using the "white engine"?

wikipedia has a couple of cited sites saying that Tetsuya Nomura (FFV13 director, and art director for FF13) says that they are using the Crystal engine (renamed from White Engine) for FF13.

It will be the first SE games to be released using this engine.

[emacs]

cant wait till SF IV comes out...

the game is, indeed, very well made. i was in the Akihabara district of Tokyo back in August and there were dozens of SF IV cabinets in the arcades. it's quite impressive seeing the game in motion.

[bembol]

I can't wait too.

I wonder how long I will keep it before I sell my 160GB. LOL My Elite lasted 5 months after I bought it for Ninja Gaiden II.

[Firestorm]

cant wait till SF IV comes out...also is it true that final fantasy 13 is gonna b out for the xbox as well??? i thought FF was a SONY ps3 exclusiveFinal Fantasy XIII is exclusive to PS3 in Japan.
Final Fantasy XIII will be on Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 in North America simultaneously.
Final Fantasy XIII will be out when we're all in our 60s in Europe.

Final Fantasy Versus XIII is exclusive to PlayStation 3 (currently).

I believe they're using "Crystal Tools" which is based off of PC architecture to make FFXIII? I think they're calling something or another the "White Engine"? FFXIII development is so convoluted it's not even funny.

Apparently they're gonna get the JP version out and then start work on the 360 port + translations, but they won't release it here until both are done. So basically, PS3 version being held up as 360 version is done sort of like how GTAIV was held up for the PS3 version to be done.

[kleptodathief]

so will the ps3 version b more popular? a better ONLINE game then the xbox version? i hvn't played FF series since the FF7 days! CLOUD FTW!

[thechampion116]

so will the ps3 version b more popular? a better ONLINE game then the xbox version? i hvn't played FF series since the FF7 days! CLOUD FTW!

as far as we know Final Fantasy's main line of RPGs except for 11 has never had online period. I'm thinking this one will not have online as I don't see how they can work it in.

I've read that SE is working on an online game not part of the Final Fantasy name for the home consoles.

Concerning online on PS3, it will be free if they have it. Most people here have 360 Gold accounts but there are also quite a few people with out because its a bit costly especially for kids.

[rdtx2002]

so will the ps3 version b more popular? a better ONLINE game then the xbox version? i hvn't played FF series since the FF7 days! CLOUD FTW!

FF13 is not online.

[Grand Master B]

I got my 80GB over the Holidays. I may have an issue here, it happened twice now after I press the PS button to quit, the screen goes blank and I have to turn the main power off at the back.

[thechampion116]

I got my 80GB over the Holidays. I may have an issue here, it happened twice now after I press the PS button to quit, the screen goes blank and I have to turn the main power off at the back.

what game were you playing????? what firmware is the PS3 on??? Is the problem because your just quitting a game or your shutting off the console???


Just some news here:

Killzone 2 and SFIV received 5/5 in OPM. Its a tad biased for KZ2 being a Playstation magazine but a review is a review.

[Jay Hova]

So I tried out Home today...it wasn't anything spectacular. Maybe if they made it an e-world...implemented a currency/economic system.....better yet, make it like the Sims :-0 It really could be amazing...Sims is addictive...especially if it were online-based as well.

[Grand Master B]

what game were you playing????? what firmware is the PS3 on??? Is the problem because your just quitting a game or your shutting off the console???


NHL '09, latest firmware. Just quitting the game. It was still on but there was no response from the controller or power, I had to use the switch at the back.

[Unicron]

Setz did you buy Battlefield bad company yet for Ps3?

It's only $19.99

just buy it....

[thechampion116]

NHL '09, latest firmware. Just quitting the game. It was still on but there was no response from the controller or power, I had to use the switch at the back.

I recommend backing up the 'NHL 09 SAVE DATA' on a USB drive or something similar to it.

My recommendation is to see if it has GAME DATA installed onto the PS3. I would delete it and let the disc reinstall that stuff.

I recommend backing up both the game data and save data if possible. i don't want you to try this and then blame me if some of the save data from your season or characters is somehow part of the Game Data utility as well.

[Jay Hova]

Sucks that PS3 doesn't read NTFS (have an external HD). I downloaded a 720p BD rip...had to convert it to another format from mkv...I went down to mpg and capped it at 4gb (FAT32 hard-drive)..might try another format...but totally amazed for a 720p downgrade to mpg.

[kleptodathief]

^ have u tried to stream big movie files?? look into Tversity or java ps3 media server....WORKS awesome IF u can get it to work lol

[Jay Hova]

^ have u tried to stream big movie files?? look into Tversity or java ps3 media server....WORKS awesome IF u can get it to work lol

I was thinking about it....it does seem kinda complicated...and doesn't it kill bandwidth :confused:

[Setz]

I was thinking about it....it does seem kinda complicated...and doesn't it kill bandwidth :confused:

You're streaming it over a LAN. It would kill bandwith if you were downloaded it remotely, not locally.

[kleptodathief]

anyone know wat prog breaks up/chops up movie files ? i don't think ps3 reads .mkv files under 4gb on xternal USB drive?

[Setz]

anyone know wat prog breaks up/chops up movie files ? i don't think ps3 reads .mkv files under 4gb on xternal USB drive?

I believe virtual dub can split video files (it's a little complicated), but if you convert it to another format you can split it in Windows Movie Maker.

[Paranoidandroid]

anyone know wat prog breaks up/chops up movie files ? i don't think ps3 reads .mkv files under 4gb on xternal USB drive?
TSMuxer is really easy to use. Just open the .mkv file, go to split and you can do it any way that you wish (by file size, video length, etc)

[liquidimpulse]

the most simple solution i found was to just host the said movie on a media server "tversity" go to ps3, and copy it to the hard drive. no problems whatsoever!

p.s. if it is a .mkv file it will not play on the ps3, or at least play very poorly, use tsmuxer to convert it from .mkv to .m2ts and make sure it is at 4.1 level.

[Setz]

I've got a DivX file using video codec "MPEG-4 687kbps", and audio codec "MP3 112kbps". It doesn't display on the PS3 at all. How can I make it work?

[thechampion116]

http://arstechnica.com/journals/thumbs.ars/2009/01/07/ces-2009-sony-teases-with-high-quality-ps3-3d

is this our future????

[CFRTim]

http://arstechnica.com/journals/thumbs.ars/2009/01/07/ces-2009-sony-teases-with-high-quality-ps3-3d

is this our future????

The idea was just to show the technology to people, to see if they would be interested in sitting at home, wearing a dorky set of black glasses, watching content in 3D.

I'm gonna have to go ahead and say no to that, but there could be a market for it.

[marcopolo85]

I'm gonna have to go ahead and say no to that, but there could be a market for it.

people were saying the same about nintendo waggle and look at how that turned out....caught on like wildfire.

[Setz]

Playing in 3D would be sweet but price. Just look at how much it cost (599$) to buy a blu-ray gaming console. I can't imagine how much it'll cost consumers if 3D technology was in the loop. I am for sure not paying 999$+ for a console regardless of my console affiliation.

[supremekai]

Playing in 3D would be sweet but price. Just look at how much it cost (599$) to buy a blu-ray gaming console. I can't imagine how much it'll cost consumers if 3D technology was in the loop. I am for sure not paying 999$+ for a console regardless of my console affiliation.

I read it will work with PS3 via a bios update.

[thechampion116]

Playing in 3D would be sweet but price. Just look at how much it cost (599$) to buy a blu-ray gaming console. I can't imagine how much it'll cost consumers if 3D technology was in the loop. I am for sure not paying 999$+ for a console regardless of my console affiliation.

its only some early stuff.

NVIDIA has one for sale and ready for production I guess. But it is pricey. YOu need glasses, a new monitor and a compatible NVidia Graphics card.


Sony is having their CES conference right now. Home has supposedly made $1million in purchases off the stores there and EA is making a huge space for Home that will be revealed soon. Most of the stuff is about ECO friendly stuff (10% plastic on phones, sugar batteries, flexible OLEDs).

They showed a 3D Pixar Short and GT5P.


http://kotaku.com/5126749/ces-09-hands+on-with-homes-ea-sports-complex

mini-game from EA sports complex. Read a quote that said, EA has had this plan for over 10 years and HOME is the first viable medium that they can truly see that vision. The link is for a mini-racing game (possibly with trophies), a poker game, and one more.

http://www.psu.com/PSU--What-to-expect-from-EA-Sports-Home-space-News--a0006058-p0.php

future plans. Mini-Games with your Home avatar.

- 1 on 1 boxing
- 3 on 3 basketball
- two hand touch football
- mini-soccer practices and 3vs3 or 4vs4 games.

[theprodigy]

Firmware 2.60 coming soon:

http://blog.us.playstation.com/2009/01/20/upcoming-ps3-firmware-v260-update/

The PS3 firmware update (v2.60) is designed primarily to enhance the system’s media capabilities. The key feature is a new Photo Gallery application, which delivers a suite of tools for sorting through and displaying your digital photo collection. Digital pictures can be organized in groups according to various criteria, including the camera used to take the photos, the event date and time, colors in the photos, as well as the number, ages, or facial expressions of the people pictured. You can also create slideshows set to music and build photo playlists with an easy-to-use interface. The Photo Gallery application will need to be installed separately from the XMB after you update your PS3’s firmware. To install the Photo Gallery application, go to the Photo section on the XMB, select Photo Gallery and press the X button.

The 2.60 update also includes:

* Guest access to PlayStation Store – This enables non-PlayStation Network members to browse through the storefront to check out the latest games, demos, videos, etc.
* DivX 3.11 support – Videos in this format can now be played on PS3.

[JS2K6]

How much hard drive space do you guys use for installs, saves and downloads? I want to upgrade my 40 GB HD (which is pretty full) but stream media from my PC (or play it on BD) so it'd only be used for the above 3 things. I have a 120 GB SATA HD from a broken laptop that I have sitting around, would that be enough?

[thechampion116]

for those who like RPGs:

http://xs135.xs.to/xs135/09042/9909.jpg

Tales of Vesperia is being ported to PS3 with obviously extra content. Not my type of game but RPG lovers might like it.

[CFRTim]

for those who like RPGs:

http://xs135.xs.to/xs135/09042/9909.jpg

Tales of Vesperia is being ported to PS3 with obviously extra content. Not my type of game but RPG lovers might like it.

That's old news(spring 2008). Much like Capcom, Namco is going multiplatform crazy.

[Bonks]

for those who like RPGs:

http://xs135.xs.to/xs135/09042/9909.jpg

Tales of Vesperia is being ported to PS3 with obviously extra content. Not my type of game but RPG lovers might like it.

IIRC that was proven to be false. Vesperia is still 360 exclusive (at least for now).

And while I'm at it, where the hell my PS3 Tales game Namco? Even the Wii has two.

[Vertigo]

IIRC that was proven to be false. Vesperia is still 360 exclusive (at least for now).

Yeah, you're right: http://kotaku.com/5135913/no-famitsu-didnt-announce-tales-of-vesperia-for-ps3

[sfu_lifer]

Firmware 2.60 coming soon:

http://blog.us.playstation.com/2009/01/20/upcoming-ps3-firmware-v260-update/

Excellent news. I hope more of my anime files will play.

[thechampion116]

Excellent news. I hope more of my anime files will play.

definitely hope the anime works a little better.

[Super strokey]

Now they just need to add native mkv support. Also what is the divx that allows for hi def content? Deos the ps3 support that yet?

[sfu_lifer]

Now they just need to add native mkv support. Also what is the divx that allows for hi def content? Deos the ps3 support that yet?

mkv will never happen (officially).

[ClemixMedia]

will it be possible to have rmvb one day???

[thechampion116]

mkv will never happen (officially).

its possibly especially if Sony is constantly working with the makers of DivX. It seems like they have a very good relationship considering PS3's newest update does support DivX 3.11.

This is not news or anything but the possibilities are there.

http://crave.cnet.co.uk/homecinema/0,39029447,49300671,00.htm

[markj]

ill admit that i pretty much only use my ps3 for streaming vids and blurays...

im still playing little big planet once in awhile....looking forward to killzone2 though...

[kleptodathief]

new ps3 system update today....v2.60 , man it takes years to dload it :mad:

[thechampion116]

new ps3 system update today....v2.60 , man it takes years to dload it :mad:

its pretty fast for some people, but I download it off the web at their official link and transfer it to USB stick. (a billion times faster)

Also, the update has been available since Tuesday.

[Hoodwink]

its pretty fast for some people, but I download it off the web at their official link and transfer it to USB stick. (a billion times faster)

Also, the update has been available since Tuesday.

+1. So much easier to just download on computer then install from USB.

[theprodigy]

new ps3 system update today....v2.60 , man it takes years to dload it :mad:

You probably don't have your ports forwarded correctly or your connection is bad.

Using a rogers 7mbps connection, It has never taken me more than 7-8 minutes to download and install a firmware update over a wireless lan.

[Setz]

Updated in under 5 minutes for me.

FEAR 2 demo up for NA Qore subscribers and EU PSN store. Tried it out and it's amazing. Forget Killzone 2, this is my FPS of 2009.

[mxhp00]

I'm thinking of getting a PS3 sometime soon. Are there any news of newer models coming out or anything?

[wisdom_kid]

Anyone get the Killzone 2 demo code?

[thechampion116]

Anyone get the Killzone 2 demo code?

gonna try to get one tmr.

I tried yesterday but they were gone already.

The cashier was telling me that even he couldn't get one and he works there.

[shannn]

Hey, is there a good way to hook up my sixaxis to my PC via a bluetooth dongle (http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.11866)?

I've read one way online, but using that method, if I want to use my controller on my PS3 and PC, I would have to keep re-callibrating the controller

Just got Mirror's edge for PC and I want to play with my sixaxis

Thanks!

[sfu_lifer]

its possibly especially if Sony is constantly working with the makers of DivX. It seems like they have a very good relationship considering PS3's newest update does support DivX 3.11.

This is not news or anything but the possibilities are there.

http://crave.cnet.co.uk/homecinema/0,39029447,49300671,00.htm

Mkv container did not start with the divx folks. Just because divx 7 jumped on the bandwagon way late, doesn't mean it'll cross over. Don't be mistaken, I'd be the first one to jump for joy the day it happens but I will not hold my breath. Studios hate the format.

[1barginxhunter91]

can anyone confirm that the PS3 will be around 3 bills by April of this year??? cause i want to get one soontimes

[shannn]

can anyone confirm that the PS3 will be around 3 bills by April of this year??? cause i want to get one soontimes

Highly speculative, but not confirmed

You gotta be patient :| Hopefully it wll be 3 bills by then (cheaper if you get a deal like no taxes or $30 off $250/more from RCSS)

Besides, Sony wouldn't announce a price drop too far in advance...they'd lose so much in sales b/c everyone would be waiting.

[Mansech]

You probably don't have your ports forwarded correctly or your connection is bad.

Using a rogers 7mbps connection, It has never taken me more than 7-8 minutes to download and install a firmware update over a wireless lan.

There are ports to forward for PS3? Can anyone tell me what they are or direct me to a link? thanks

[theprodigy]

There are ports to forward for PS3? Can anyone tell me what they are or direct me to a link? thanks

http://playstation.custhelp.com/cgi-bin/playstation.cfg/php/enduser/std_adp.php?p_faqid=241

SCEA Game Servers
▼ Hide Port Numbers

All games published by SCEA (first-party) may use the following ports for communication with SCEA (first-party) game servers:

* TCP Ports: 80, 443, 5223, and 10070 - 10080
* UDP Ports: 3478, 3479, 3658, 10070, and 50100

PlayStation®Network
▼ Hide Port Numbers

* TCP Ports: 80, 443, 5223
* UDP Ports: 3478, 3479, 3658

PLAYSTATION®3 Remote Play
▼ Hide Port Numbers

PLAYSTATION®3 Remote Play (via the Internet) requires:

* If the router in use supports UPnP, enable the router’s UPnP function.
* If the router does not support UPnP, you must set the router’s port forwarding to allow communications to the PLAYSTATION 3 from the Internet.
* The port number that is used by remote play is TCP Port: 9293

USB or Bluetooth Headsets
▼ Hide Port Numbers

*
TCP Port: 80
* UDP Ports: 6000 - 7000, 50000, 10070

Note: headsets must be compatible
Syphon Filter: The Omega Strain
▼ Hide Port Numbers

* TCP Port: 3658

PlayOnline and Final Fantasy XI
▼ Hide Port Numbers

* TCP Ports: 25, 80, 110, 443, and 50000 - 65535
* UDP Ports: 50000 - 65535

[CFRTim]

Can the PS3 output sound from optical terminal when connected with HDMI?

[p1mp]

Can the PS3 output sound from optical terminal when connected with HDMI?

Yup. Just make sure you set it for optical output in the audio settings.

[Setz]

Can the PS3 output sound from optical terminal when connected with HDMI?

Yes. You can change display and audio settings independently from each other. Set video to HDMI and audio to optical.

[CFRTim]

:arrowu:
Thanks, but will I loose the sound on HDMI?

[BD006]

:arrowu:
Thanks, but will I loose the sound on HDMI?

Yes, I believe you do.

So if you're wanting to leave your HDMI connected to your TV, while your optical to your surround (or something of that nature) then you'll have to keep switching it in the settings.

[appleb]

Can the PS3 output sound from optical terminal when connected with HDMI?

You can have HDMI hooked up along with an optical cable, but sound will only be output through one or the other (selected in Audio Settings). You cannot output sound through both the HDMI and optical at the same time.

[CFRTim]

Yes, I believe you do.

So if you're wanting to leave your HDMI connected to your TV, while your optical to your surround (or something of that nature) then you'll have to keep switching it in the settings.

You can have HDMI hooked up along with an optical cable, but sound will only be output through one or the other (selected in Audio Settings). You cannot output sound through both the HDMI and optical at the same time.


Thanks, that's what I thought. Strange, I know other devices can output on both; anyway, I don't see myself buying a newer HDMI receiver just yet, good thing my TV has good sound.

[ZombieSNiPER]

http://playstation.custhelp.com/cgi-bin/playstation.cfg/php/enduser/std_adp.php?p_faqid=241


PlayStation®Network
* TCP Ports: 80, 443, 5223
* UDP Ports: 3478, 3479, 3658

PlayOnline and Final Fantasy XI
* TCP Ports: 25, 80, 110, 443, and 50000 - 65535
* UDP Ports: 50000 - 65535



So opening these ports will make PSN and Online PS3 gaming faster? What is PlayOnline? Online gaming?

Is there a way to close these ports when not active? Will enabling UPnP do this?

My Wireless Router (Dlink DIR-615) is connected to my DSL router modem (SpeedTouch 546v5).
I have UPnP enabled in both, do I still need to forward the above ports? If so, which router do I need to forward in? (wireless/dsl router/both)

[drdrma]

So opening these ports will make PSN and Online PS3 gaming faster? What is PlayOnline? Online gaming?
...


http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/PlayOnline


...
Is there a way to close these ports when not active? Will enabling UPnP do this?
...


yes. maybe, but not relevant.


...
My Wireless Router (Dlink DIR-615) is connected to my DSL router modem (SpeedTouch 546v5).
I have UPnP enabled in both, do I still need to forward the above ports? If so, which router do I need to forward in? (wireless/dsl router/both)

Any modern consumer firewall will do what you need out of the box using NAT. You *might* need to enable UPnP to make the internet remote start feature of remote play work.

[kleptodathief]

dam, i hate having to switch the settings manualy in the ps3( both HDMI and rca cables) its not like the xbox360 where it can have BOTH sounds coming out the same time :mad:

[CFRTim]

dam, i hate having to switch the settings manualy in the ps3( both HDMI and rca cables) its not like the xbox360 where it can have BOTH sounds coming out the same time :mad:

+1

I used the Audio Out on the TV to get around this

[markj]

heard a rumour that sony is going to add native MKV support to PS3 since they are divx certified and the new divx 7 has MKV support....

[flyman]

heard a rumour that sony is going to add native MKV support to PS3 since they are divx certified and the new divx 7 has MKV support....

i sure hope so because that would make things a lot easier!

[Unicron]

ring a ding ding once the ps3 price drops i'm jumping back in



i just made up that rhyme

[XxXSnake23XxX]

:arrowu:
Thanks, but will I loose the sound on HDMI?

there is a way to get both, check youtube, its all in the timing,
i think you turn your ps3 on and wait 3 sec, then turn on the tv, and sound will come through both the tv and surround sound.
i did it a couple of times

[evozero]

My 60gb ps3 broke while I was updating littlebigplanet. When i try to turn it on, the fan starts, but then i get a yellow light following by a blinking red light. I phoned sony and they said that it was a cooling system failure/overheat.

It sucks that my system is out of the 1yr warranty, but the good news is that I put it on my visa when i bought it in june 07, and my td visa doubles the manufacturer's warranty. Hopefully td visa will foot the $150 repair cost, but the bad news is that i lost all my save files.

So if you own a 60gb ps3 but really any ps3, backup your save files. I cannot stress this enough. I lost dozens of hours of progress.

[thechampion116]

oh yeah. always back up your save files if you want to keep them.

Just in case its not an overheat, I would try turning it on through the back and then holding down the power-on button until you here 3 beeps. You should access a system debug where you can restore HDD and stuff and see if thats the problem but Sony probably knows what they are doing.

[theprodigy]

Has anyone tried gamesharing the SFIV costume packs? Is it possible?

[XxXSnake23XxX]

Has anyone tried gamesharing the SFIV costume packs? Is it possible?

anything can be shared

[rahzel]

Thanks, that's what I thought. Strange, I know other devices can output on both; anyway, I don't see myself buying a newer HDMI receiver just yet, good thing my TV has good sound.
Not many devices output sound to both at the time same, at least in my experience. I've had anything from DVD players, PS3, HTPC's connected to my AVR/TV, and all of them require you to switch from HDMI or Digital Coax/Optical or stereo RCA.

[ziggazig]

ring a ding ding once the ps3 price drops i'm jumping back in

thoughts on when?

[xCONNORBx]

If anyone has a PS3 for sale or knows someone who does, im willing to spend up to $350 on one.. pm me!

[zerocool24]

My 60gb ps3 broke while I was updating littlebigplanet. When i try to turn it on, the fan starts, but then i get a yellow light following by a blinking red light. I phoned sony and they said that it was a cooling system failure/overheat.

It sucks that my system is out of the 1yr warranty, but the good news is that I put it on my visa when i bought it in june 07, and my td visa doubles the manufacturer's warranty. Hopefully td visa will foot the $150 repair cost, but the bad news is that i lost all my save files.

So if you own a 60gb ps3 but really any ps3, backup your save files. I cannot stress this enough. I lost dozens of hours of progress.
if its just a cooling system failure, why woudl you lose your save files? it may have happened, but you dont know for sure. when you send in the ps3 you dont send in the hard drive (like i did :().

[ZombieSNiPER]

My 60gb ps3 broke while I was updating littlebigplanet. When i try to turn it on, the fan starts, but then i get a yellow light following by a blinking red light. I phoned sony and they said that it was a cooling system failure/overheat.

It sucks that my system is out of the 1yr warranty, but the good news is that I put it on my visa when i bought it in june 07, and my td visa doubles the manufacturer's warranty. Hopefully td visa will foot the $150 repair cost, but the bad news is that i lost all my save files.

So if you own a 60gb ps3 but really any ps3, backup your save files. I cannot stress this enough. I lost dozens of hours of progress.

Out of curiosity, do you keep your PS3 in an open area? It might not be an overheating issue. I've heard others say the yellow light means dead laser, or dead hard drive.

[evozero]

yeah, the ps3 is in an open area. if the laser was dead, wouldn't my ps3 still turn on? even after letting it cool down overnight, it still doesn't turn on.

[CFRTim]

Not many devices output sound to both at the time same, at least in my experience. I've had anything from DVD players, PS3, HTPC's connected to my AVR/TV, and all of them require you to switch from HDMI or Digital Coax/Optical or stereo RCA.

The Xbox 360 can do it ;)

[Jay Hova]

Crap, I keep mine in an entertainment cabinet - I have the door glass door open when in use, is that still not enough. And it definitely gets hot there...I'd hate to see my system fail on me...money and time spent building my Association in 2k9...all gone down the drain.

[bigsky2]

I'm looking to replace my 60GB hard drive with a higher capacity drive.

My question is, can I use a 7200 RPM drive?
Are there any concerns with increased heat, power consumption, and voiding the warranty when using a 7200 RPM drive in the PS3?

Is there any noticeable benefit to a 7200 RPM drive? Or does a larger cache make more of a difference?

I also would like to know what the largest capacity drive the PS3 can recognize. At one point when I was looking at upgrading the HD, I read that it supports up to 320GB drives - this was back when 320GB were the upper limit on 2.5" drive capacity about a year or so ago.

Thanks for your comments!

[JS2K6]

Crap, I keep mine in an entertainment cabinet - I have the door glass door open when in use, is that still not enough. And it definitely gets hot there...I'd hate to see my system fail on me...money and time spent building my Association in 2k9...all gone down the drain.

Should be able to back up your game data pretty easily... not that you shouldn't try to prevent your system from overheating anyway :)

[XxXSnake23XxX]

I'm looking to replace my 60GB hard drive with a higher capacity drive.

My question is, can I use a 7200 RPM drive?
Are there any concerns with increased heat, power consumption, and voiding the warranty when using a 7200 RPM drive in the PS3?

Is there any noticeable benefit to a 7200 RPM drive? Or does a larger cache make more of a difference?

I also would like to know what the largest capacity drive the PS3 can recognize. At one point when I was looking at upgrading the HD, I read that it supports up to 320GB drives - this was back when 320GB were the upper limit on 2.5" drive capacity about a year or so ago.

Thanks for your comments!

dont really know much but i upgraded to a 7200 drive and ive has no problems before, ive read also that it makes no difference...

[Canadianpsycho]

I'm just not feeling Killzone 2. Why do I always believe the hype?

[thechampion116]

I'm just not feeling Killzone 2. Why do I always believe the hype?

thats your personal opinion but didn't you try the demo before you bought the game?

I just finished single-player and it was EPIC. I liked the story and was probably more connected to it because I finished Killzone and Liberation. I will be replaying the single player in order to get those trophies and it will be worth it.

The controls aren't perfect but I think I got the hang of it now.

Also, Team ICO will be presenting their new game at E3. If this game comes out this year, Sony has a huge lineup for 09.

[rahzel]

The Xbox 360 can do it ;)
I'm aware of that now. :)
But I wouldn't call it "strange" that the PS3 can only output one at a time.

[Canadianpsycho]

thats your personal opinion but didn't you try the demo before you bought the game?

I just finished single-player and it was EPIC. I liked the story and was probably more connected to it because I finished Killzone and Liberation. I will be replaying the single player in order to get those trophies and it will be worth it.

The controls aren't perfect but I think I got the hang of it now.

Also, Team ICO will be presenting their new game at E3. If this game comes out this year, Sony has a huge lineup for 09.

What, the 5 minute gameplay demo? In retrospect its actually pretty accurate but at the time it didn't really accomplish much in convincing me one way or another.

The sound and gfx are nice, but I'm about 4 chapters/levels in and the only thing "epic" about the game is trying to hold down 3 buttons to accurately shoot from cover. I don't know if I'm used to using the 360 controller more but I find the contols to be so muddy regardless of sensitivity.

MP is OK, I do like that the game lobby is persistent and the objectives change, but overall the game isn't a "10/10" by any means.

[CFRTim]

I'm just not feeling Killzone 2. Why do I always believe the hype?
+1
Well I can't judge the game story wise, because I only play the demo, but I thought it felt very sluggish, I guess because of the controls. However, I understand they just released a patch, and the controls have been "improved".

I'm aware of that now. :)
But I wouldn't call it "strange" that the PS3 can only output one at a time.
You're right, I call it inferior :lol:.
Doesn't matter now, I am using the TV out to the receiver.

[kleptodathief]

so is kz2 a run and gun type FPS or u gotta go slow and use sum tactics?

[ChaoZ]

Anybody see the Wal-Mart deal? $499 for 160gb PS3 with 3 games (Little Big Planet, Uncharted, GT5P) and 3 Blu Ray (Blood Diamond, Batman Begins, 300).

Is that the best deal we're going to see for a while or is a price drop imminent?

[CFRTim]

Anybody see the Wal-Mart deal? $499 for 160gb PS3 with 3 games (Little Big Planet, Uncharted, GT5P) and 3 Blu Ray (Blood Diamond, Batman Begins, 300).

Is that the best deal we're going to see for a while or is a price drop imminent?

What do you think, it will always stay at this price?

[thechampion116]

so is kz2 a run and gun type FPS or u gotta go slow and use sum tactics?

Try run and gun and your dead. Its not about going slow, but you gotta be aware and probably use some minor tactics before you head in.

This is true for both multiplayer and single-player. I know people like COD4 because you can just go commando and probably get 5 kills before someone is able to get you but thats harder to do here. First MP has 32 players unlike COD4 so more chances of someone shooting you.

Also, I thought single-player was more intense. I thought enemies were slightly smarter and the its a lot more difficult. KZ does not by increasing the amount of enemies coming at you. Sometimes its just intense.

Anybody see the Wal-Mart deal? $499 for 160gb PS3 with 3 games (Little Big Planet, Uncharted, GT5P) and 3 Blu Ray (Blood Diamond, Batman Begins, 300).

Is that the best deal we're going to see for a while or is a price drop imminent?

Stop waiting for a price drop. Sony will tell you when the price drops. There is no need to keep asking because ONLY Sony will know when. Everything else is PURE speculation.

Otherwise I think that is the best deal available but in terms of add-ons coming with the 160gb console.

[ChaoZ]

What do you think, it will always stay at this price?

By imminent, I'm saying within the next month or two. I have no doubt Sony will drop the price this year. When and how much I have no clue.

[Canadianpsycho]

Also, I thought single-player was more intense. I thought enemies were slightly smarter and the its a lot more difficult. KZ does not by increasing the amount of enemies coming at you. Sometimes its just intense.

Smarter then cod4? Probably, COD4's challenge is the ******** never ending spawning baddies, unlimited AI grenades and perfect aim.

I'm only playing Killzone 2 on the second difficulty level but the AI doesn't impress me all that much. The guys stick to cover and their only movement is rolling to the side in cover so you have to adjust your aim. They don't try to flank or anything.

On harder difficulties its definitely not a run and gun type of game. Accuracy of the weapons on full auto definitely limit your Rambo possiblities

[thechampion116]

Smarter then cod4? Probably, COD4's challenge is the ******** never ending spawning baddies, unlimited AI grenades and perfect aim.

I'm only playing Killzone 2 on the second difficulty level but the AI doesn't impress me all that much. The guys stick to cover and their only movement is rolling to the side in cover so you have to adjust your aim. They don't try to flank or anything.

On harder difficulties its definitely not a run and gun type of game. Accuracy of the weapons on full auto definitely limit your Rambo possiblities

they are smarter.

They have flanked on my position multiple times. They don't just stick to cover. They also throw grenades much smarter than the other games and use when you hide for too long.

[grappos13]

they are smarter.

They have flanked on my position multiple times. They don't just stick to cover. They also throw grenades much smarter than the other games and use when you hide for too long.

ya its pretty good.. although id say uncharted AI is as good or better.. especially on hard or crushing.. they flank u like crazy and throw perfect grenades lol

[mself084]

Any headset recommendations? Cheap as possible... used pretty much only for call of duty zombie mode :)

[Setz]

Any headset recommendations? Cheap as possible... used pretty much only for call of duty zombie mode :)

Get a USB headset. Can be had for <20$

[rahzel]

You're right, I call it inferior :lol:.
Doesn't matter now, I am using the TV out to the receiver.
If that's what you want to call it, whatever makes you feel better. :)

[drdrma]

+1

... [stuff about audio] ...

You're right, I call it inferior :lol:.
Doesn't matter now, I am using the TV out to the receiver.


win some lose some. i prefer the ps3's ability to do software volume control over having multiple outputs.

[kleptodathief]

i thought the x360 grafx of sf4 were better then the ps3 version!

[CFRTim]

win some lose some. i prefer the ps3's ability to do software volume control over having multiple outputs.

+1
The overall sound is better on the PS3 (7.1, DTS-HD over PCM, etc)

[CFRTim]

I have a strange request. Anyone with a scanner could please email me the NA box artwork for LittleBigPlanet and Resistatnce 2; or post a link to where I can get it. Thanks

edit:
thanks grappos13

[grappos13]

http://www.cdcovers.cc/covers

i think i saw it there.. go to ps3 and then L and ull see it there i think

[Havo]

Does anyone know what kind of deals pacific mall has on the PS3? I'm tempted to get a white one... or I might just stick with a black one if the prices are rape. Just curious to see what they price it at there compared to other stores.

[Unicron]

hurry up and drop the price

i haven't played any bad company for a good month and i miss it like crazy

[Emancipated]

hurry up and drop the price

i haven't played any bad company for a good month and i miss it like crazy

You have Bad Company for PS3? You should try it on the 360 because the controller is infinitely better than the DS3 pad. Sorry but Sony keeps rehashing this old controller which was king for a time but they're living in the past. I love my 360 controller after playing Kilzone2 all day, I miss the full bodied grip of the 360 controller. Sigh.

[Sgt_Strider]

Has anyone here tried watching a DivX video with subtitles on the PS3? Does it work? Also, will content encoded with the latest DivX 7 encoder play on the PS3?

[rems]

You have Bad Company for PS3? You should try it on the 360 because the controller is infinitely better than the DS3 pad. Sorry but Sony keeps rehashing this old controller which was king for a time but they're living in the past. I love my 360 controller after playing Kilzone2 all day, I miss the full bodied grip of the 360 controller. Sigh.

I played SF4 on the 360 and that controller is ***** for that game.

[evozero]

So i just got off the phone with sony. To repair/replace my ps3 out of warranty it will be $177.45 including tax. The replacement they send only has a 90 day warranty. ouch

[Jaytee]

Ouch. Thats like 40% of a new one and you only get 90 days on the replacement.

So i just got off the phone with sony. To repair/replace my ps3 out of warranty it will be $177.45 including tax. The replacement they send only has a 90 day warranty. ouch

[thechampion116]

So i just got off the phone with sony. To repair/replace my ps3 out of warranty it will be $177.45 including tax. The replacement they send only has a 90 day warranty. ouch

what happened to it if you don't mind me asking?

if its a laser issue you might be able to find someone to fix that for cheaper.

[evozero]

what happened to it if you don't mind me asking?

if its a laser issue you might be able to find someone to fix that for cheaper.

when i turn it on, the fans starts, then i get a yellow light followed by a flashing red light. according to sony it means a cooling system failure of some kind (overheat). i've read around on the internet and there seems to be a few cases of it happening. the unit was well ventilated and not obstructed.

[CFRTim]

According to this image, purportedly taken from the latest Famitsu, Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 is on the way to PS3.
If true, this is almost certainly the Tecmo game set to be announced in San Francisco next week.

http://assets.vg247.com/current//2009/03/ninjagaiden213.jpg

http://www.vg247.com/2009/03/17/rumour-ninja-gaiden-sigma-2-in-works-for-ps3/

With Team Ninja's former boss Tomonobu Itagaki, and most of the team gone, I guess this is the last thing Tecmo can capitalise on.

[thechampion116]

http://kotaku.com/5171282/xbox-360-exclusive-ninja-gaiden-ii-coming-to-ps3

I have only played the original on the XBOX but Ninja Gaiden 2 is coming to PS3 in the fall (at least for Japan).

it also has the sigma thing attaced to it so its gonna have a few new things/upgrades. This should be good for those who do enjoy the game but didn't have a PS3.

The director even disses Itagaki.

[CFRTim]

http://kotaku.com/5171282/xbox-360-exclusive-ninja-gaiden-ii-coming-to-ps3

I have only played the original on the XBOX but Ninja Gaiden 2 is coming to PS3 in the fall (at least for Japan).

it also has the sigma thing attaced to it so its gonna have a few new things/upgrades. This should be good for those who do enjoy the game but didn't have a PS3.

The director even disses Itagaki.

Beat you to it by 2 mins. :cheesygri

http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/showpost.php?p=8440293&postcount=8640

[thechampion116]

Beat you to it by 2 mins. :cheesygri

http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/showpost.php?p=8440293&postcount=8640

shoot. well then

NEW GUNDAM game for PS3. I love Gundam so if it reaches our shores i will be getting it.

http://ngeekhiong.blogspot.com/2009/03/7th-gundam-for-ps3-game.html

[Super strokey]

Price drop soon?

http://www.2old2play.com/News/PlayStation_3_Price_Drop_Rumor__March_22nd_is_The_ Day

Who knows but it wouldnt be the first time this was totally wrong

[Sheky]

According to this image, purportedly taken from the latest Famitsu, Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 is on the way to PS3.
If true, this is almost certainly the Tecmo game set to be announced in San Francisco next week.

http://assets.vg247.com/current//2009/03/ninjagaiden213.jpg

http://www.vg247.com/2009/03/17/rumour-ninja-gaiden-sigma-2-in-works-for-ps3/

With Team Ninja's former boss Tomonobu Itagaki, and most of the team gone, I guess this is the last thing Tecmo can capitalise on.

I've only played Sigma. Is II a lot better than that? I finished Sigma but I thought it was highly overrated. No stance switching on the fly and the difficulty was painful, to the point that I'm not even bother to trying pulling off nice combos but rather I just end up jumping and slashing the whole time to prevent myself from being backstabbed.

[Super strokey]

I've only played Sigma. Is II a lot better than that? I finished Sigma but I thought it was highly overrated. No stance switching on the fly and the difficulty was painful, to the point that I'm not even bother to trying pulling off nice combos but rather I just end up jumping and slashing the whole time to prevent myself from being backstabbed.

Well i would expect the game to be easier now that the lead developer ( forget his name but hes hardcore) left tecmo

[Sheky]

Well i would expect the game to be easier now that the lead developer ( forget his name but hes hardcore) left tecmo

But can you switch stance on the fly in II? Or is it like the original where you have to pause to pull out new weapons?

[CFRTim]

I've only played Sigma. Is II a lot better than that? I finished Sigma but I thought it was highly overrated. No stance switching on the fly and the difficulty was painful, to the point that I'm not even bother to trying pulling off nice combos but rather I just end up jumping and slashing the whole time to prevent myself from being backstabbed.

I finished NG2 on the 360, and for anyone waiting for it on the PS3, I hope you won't have to pay $59.99 and up for it; it's an OK game at best. I guess the PS3 version will also include all of the 360DLC plus some "extra", but in the end will be nothing more than 1.5 year old 360 game. If you like ninjas and NG difficulty, wait for it to get to $19.99 or below, imo.

[Super strokey]

But can you switch stance on the fly in II? Or is it like the original where you have to pause to pull out new weapons?

Sorry i dont know, nevere played the series since the nes days.

[thechampion116]

I finished NG2 on the 360, and for anyone waiting for it on the PS3, I hope you won't have to pay $59.99 and up for it; it's an OK game at best. I guess the PS3 version will also include all of the 360DLC plus some "extra", but in the end will be nothing more than 1.5 year old 360 game. If you like ninjas and NG difficulty, wait for it to get to $19.99 or below, imo.

might happen pretty fast considering NGSigma dropped in price really quick.

Sony may do it quickly in order to get sales above the 360 version.

[CFRTim]

might happen pretty fast considering NGSigma dropped in price really quick.

Sony may do it quickly in order to get sales above the 360 version.

Hmm, I don't see that happening, as the 360 version sold over 1 mil. copies by the end of Aug 08. That is not bad for a game release in June. On the other hand, this game can be had on the cheap on the 360; as cheap as $9.99 at US Bestbuy. I can't even remember if there is 1 multiplatform game that sold more on the PS3 than 360, Is there?

[rems]

Hmm, I don't see that happening, as the 360 version sold over 1 mil. copies by the end of Aug 08. That is not bad for a game release in June. On the other hand, this game can be had on the cheap on the 360; as cheap as $9.99 at US Bestbuy. I can't even remember if there is 1 multiplatform game that sold more on the PS3 than 360, Is there?

Well it's pretty safe to assume that since there are more 360 units than PS3, there would be more sales for the 360 version.

[Setz]

Hmm, I don't see that happening, as the 360 version sold over 1 mil. copies by the end of Aug 08. That is not bad for a game release in June. On the other hand, this game can be had on the cheap on the 360; as cheap as $9.99 at US Bestbuy. I can't even remember if there is 1 multiplatform game that sold more on the PS3 than 360, Is there?

I could be wrong, but some of the multiplatforms that perform better on PS3 (Dead Space, Burnout Paradise, Bad Company, Mirror's Edge) I think had sold more for PS3.

[Evil Baby]

Good news for PS3 owners.

Logitech Harmony Adapter for PlayStation 3 (http://www.engadget.com/2009/03/19/logitech-harmony-adapter-for-playstation-3-answers-a-million-pra/) has hit the FCC.

I don't have a PS3 yet, but when I do pick one up I know I'll be picking up one of these adapters. I love using my Harmony remote with my other system for media related things.

[sportmiester]

Good news for PS3 owners.

Logitech Harmony Adapter for PlayStation 3 (http://www.engadget.com/2009/03/19/logitech-harmony-adapter-for-playstation-3-answers-a-million-pra/) has hit the FCC.

I don't have a PS3 yet, but when I do pick one up I know I'll be picking up one of these adapters. I love using my Harmony remote with my other system for media related things.

Nice - been waiting for something like this...

[mlc2000]

Logitech's IR-to-RF adaptor is around $100. I bet this one is pretty close to that price.
Wonder if you could tie in the RF adaptor, thats I'd be looking for becuase I am the Monster RF remote.

Still cheaper to get a Sony PS3 remote for $25 since its the only remote that can power down the PS3.

Alternately use the Nyko BT-IR Dongle with remote for about $20 and power down the PS3 manually.

[markj]

ive been using my 'Ir4ps3' for almost a year to control my ps3 with my harmony so this isnt a new development...since it uses a pcb of a official remote it can power on/off...also this guy is local montreal so you can save on shipping and pick up directly

[Sheky]

NG Sigma 2 just got interesting.

Online coop, and two new playable characters.

http://gdc.gamespot.com/story/6206597/

[jeffyjaixx]

I could be wrong, but some of the multiplatforms that perform better on PS3 (Dead Space, Burnout Paradise, Bad Company, Mirror's Edge) I think had sold more for PS3.

No, Dead Space, Burnout Paradise and Mirror's all sold better on the 360 in the US, not sure about Bad Company though.

This is to be expected though since there are substantially more 360's.

[thechampion116]

NG Sigma 2 just got interesting.

Online coop, and two new playable characters.

http://gdc.gamespot.com/story/6206597/

cool. maybe its a buy now depending on how good the co-op is. I wonder if it has offline co-op (I would prefer that more). Also with the inclusion of a character from teh DS story, maybe that story will get added to the game as well.

No, Dead Space, Burnout Paradise and Mirror's all sold better on the 360 in the US, not sure about Bad Company though.

This is to be expected though since there are substantially more 360's.

They did sell more but not much more.


2.70 firmware is coming soon. Supposedly it came online today for a very brief moment but developers have it already. I wonder what features were added.

[mark_in_2k]

2.70 firmware is coming soon. Supposedly it came online today for a very brief moment but developers have it already. I wonder what features were added.*Crosses fingers for native MKV playback*

[Setz]

*Crosses fingers for native MKV playback*

*Crosses fingers for hardware-side screen capture*

[CFRTim]

mark_in_2k & Setz, you can both relax your fingers, as the "leaked" details on the fw cover Friends List, Gamer Card/Trophies and In Game XMB

http://www.ps3news.com/PlayStation-3/rumor-ps3-firmware-2-70-details-leaked-available-q2-2009/

*Crosses fingers for Xbox 360 and Wii emulation

[CFRTim]

NG Sigma 2 just got interesting.

Online coop, and two new playable characters.

http://gdc.gamespot.com/story/6206597/

cool. maybe its a buy now depending on how good the co-op is. I wonder if it has offline co-op (I would prefer that more). Also with the inclusion of a character from teh DS story, maybe that story will get added to the game as well....


I'll say hold on to your money, because after watching the first official trailer for Sigma 2 on PS3, I must say the game looks PG13 when compared to the 360 version. Gone is all the gore, blood and over the top violence.
WTF :confused:

http://gdc.gamespot.com/video/6206586/

[mark_in_2k]

mark_in_2k & Setz, you can both relax your fingers, as the "leaked" details on the fw cover Friends List, Gamer Card/Trophies and In Game XMB

http://www.ps3news.com/PlayStation-3/rumor-ps3-firmware-2-70-details-leaked-available-q2-2009/

*Crosses fingers for Xbox 360 and Wii emulation*Reluctantly un-crosses fingers and goes back to PS3 Media Server (the next best thing)*

[thechampion116]

I'll say hold on to your money, because after watching the first official trailer for Sigma 2 on PS3, I must say the game looks PG13 when compared to the 360 version. Gone is all the gore, blood and over the top violence.
WTF :confused:

http://gdc.gamespot.com/video/6206586/

its just the first trailer. I'm pretty sure all that stuff will be in the final game. The director is trying to separate himself from Itagaki who was a hardcore 360 lover.

Just an update:

Resistance 2 will allow 2 players to sign in on PSN at the same time. PS3 update will contain this so future games will be able to use this function if necessary. Hopefully LBP picks this up.

[ruckus245]

It's a little inconsequential but, I'm excited about the in-game internet browsing. I don't know how many times I've neglected to complete a sidequest (e.g. finding all the intel and shooting all the helghast signs in KZ2) because,

1) I didn't want to take the time to find them on my own
2) I didn't want to trudge all the way upstairs to my PC to look up the locations

[CFRTim]

its just the first trailer. I'm pretty sure all that stuff will be in the final game. The director is trying to separate himself from Itagaki who was a hardcore 360 lover.

:idea:
To separate himself from Itagaki, and as the new boss of Team Ninja, Yosuke Hayashi should try for a new original IP, not a 360 port of Itagaki's game


Just an update:

Resistance 2 will allow 2 players to sign in on PSN at the same time. PS3 update will contain this so future games will be able to use this function if necessary. Hopefully LBP picks this up.

Didn't know the PS3 couldn't do it already. This was on the 360 from the get go.

Another update:
Netflix rumoured as on the way for PS3

http://www.vg247.com/2009/03/25/netflix-rumoured-as-on-the-way-for-ps3/

[chrome_dout]

*Crosses fingers for native MKV playback*

This would be a dream come true....well a modchip would be better I suppose. :lol:

[thechampion116]

:idea:
To separate himself from Itagaki, and as the new boss of Team Ninja, Yosuke Hayashi should try for a new original IP, not a 360 port of Itagaki's game

Didn't know the PS3 couldn't do it already. This was on the 360 from the get go.

Another update:
Netflix rumoured as on the way for PS3

http://www.vg247.com/2009/03/25/netflix-rumoured-as-on-the-way-for-ps3/

netflix is not helpful to us. They should try to get the video store here but i guess there are a ton of roadblocks.

Team Ninja boss will probably be making a new IP in the future. I see this title as being about revenge or something like that. When Sigma was released, Itagaki was basically calling it trash. Its a good game but no improvements for obvious reasons. Then Itagaki went on to say that Ninja Gaiden 2 will never appear on PS3 and now it has. just simple revenge

[appleb]

It's a little inconsequential but, I'm excited about the in-game internet browsing. I don't know how many times I've neglected to complete a sidequest (e.g. finding all the intel and shooting all the helghast signs in KZ2) because,

1) I didn't want to take the time to find them on my own
2) I didn't want to trudge all the way upstairs to my PC to look up the locations

They really need to optimize and speed up the xmb popup.

It's already painfully slow and laggy just to send plain text messages to people on your friendlist over the xmb. I can't imagine trying to navigate the net while being in-game.

[CFRTim]

Team Ninja boss will probably be making a new IP in the future. I see this title as being about revenge or something like that. When Sigma was released, Itagaki was basically calling it trash. Its a good game but no improvements for obvious reasons. Then Itagaki went on to say that Ninja Gaiden 2 will never appear on PS3 and now it has. just simple revenge

Hayashi's attempt to man up is pathetic at this time. Itagaki said that a Ninja Gaiden II Sigma version would be a "loss of face."


They really need to optimize and speed up the xmb popup.

It's already painfully slow and laggy just to send plain text messages to people on your friendlist over the xmb. I can't imagine trying to navigate the net while being in-game.

+1
I think this will be one of the major updates of this new FW

[cmge]

quick question about the download list... is there any way to clear them or get rid of specific ones?... i d/l a demo last nite and i dont like it.. so i deleted it but it still shows up un my download list... any way to remove it?

thanks

[thechampion116]

quick question about the download list... is there any way to clear them or get rid of specific ones?... i d/l a demo last nite and i dont like it.. so i deleted it but it still shows up un my download list... any way to remove it?

thanks

i don't think so but why do you want to remove it from your list. it has no effect whatsoever after you have deleted the game from the XMB.

[Setz]

Update 2.70 is now live.

[thechampion116]

Update 2.70 is now live.

will download it online at school tomorrow to save me my bandwidth for some online gaming later.

The big thing in the update is text-chat rooms with your friends (ingame, up to 16 people, 3 chats total).

Its not exactly perfect because people want voice chat but at least they are moving in the right direction.

[Canadianpsycho]

Text chat rooms, what a joke.

Sony just doesn't get it.

[thechampion116]

Text chat rooms, what a joke.

Sony just doesn't get it.

its a start to something. it means they will evolve a system that was never present.

http://www.altplusf4.com/index.php/200904031596/PlayStation-News/ps3-270-firmware-locks-up-with-ps2-adapters.html

this is what has mean going. I bought the TAC adapter for $15 and now it causes my PS3 to freeze. I need it for Rock Band so I can use my PS2 guitar.

If they don't fix this within the next month, I'll have to buy one of those $15 guitars from EB.

[Setz]

Does the chat work ingame? Do I need to open the XMB to read/send messages? Sony could revolutionize console communications if they did that.

[CFRTim]

its a start to something. it means they will evolve a system that was never present.

That's because they rushed the PS3 to market, without thinking things through. It would have been a start 3 months in its life cycle, but it's nearly 3 years later now, and people want cross-game voice chat not text chat. Oh well, it's something, and maybe by 2012............:D

[thechampion116]

That's because they rushed the PS3 to market, without thinking things through. It would have been a start 3 months in its life cycle, but it's nearly 3 years later now, and people want cross-game voice chat not text chat. Oh well, it's something, and maybe by 2012............:D

for all we know MS might have patented that thing for consoles as well. your just being picky. This is Sony's first true foray into the world of console online gaming and everyone is being picky especially for a FREE service. I stress the word FREE again. Its not like they are putting out updates once every 2 years. The PSN has evolved quite steadily in the 2 years and a few months its been out and it can only continue to evolve. Let's see, they updated the store last year (and it looks better i might add), added stuff like Home and Life with Playstation, provided more movie features such as avi, slideshows with music (love this feature), trophies, PS store online, a browser, integrated PSN into their internet stuff (ie/ psblog, board).

The select few things that MS does have is an avatar for XBL, in-game music for every game (thats been patented or so I've heard), and cross-game voice chat.

Thats not a huge difference in my books.

Does the chat work ingame? Do I need to open the XMB to read/send messages? Sony could revolutionize console communications if they did that.

I read it does work in game but I think you need to open XMB. Have yet to try it. I don't like to chat period with people outside of the game. I like to get in the zone of the game. Thinking about something else will make me lose my concentration.

[Setz]

for all we know MS might have patented that thing for consoles as well. your just being picky. This is Sony's first true foray into the world of console online gaming and everyone is being picky especially for a FREE service. I stress the word FREE again.



I read it does work in game but I think you need to open XMB. Have yet to try it. I don't like to chat period with people outside of the game. I like to get in the zone of the game. Thinking about something else will make me lose my concentration.

What Sony really needs to do for the next FW update (besides hardware size screen capture ;)) is allow you to open a text or voice chat in the XMB, and then go back into game, and while the game is playing, without opening the XMB, just talk or type. Maybe for text there can be a very small window top right corner of the screen.

[thechampion116]

What Sony really needs to do for the next FW update (besides hardware size screen capture ;)) is allow you to open a text or voice chat in the XMB, and then go back into game, and while the game is playing, without opening the XMB, just talk or type. Maybe for text there can be a very small window top right corner of the screen.

ahh. i find the small windows in the top corner very annoying. lose my concentration for that split second and i die.

[CFRTim]

for all we know MS might have patented that thing for consoles as well. your just being picky...

Who, besides you, said anyhing about M$. For all we know MS might have patented good games too, so Sony and everyone else is **** out of luck:lol::lol:
;)

[appleb]

What Sony really needs to do for the next FW update (besides hardware size screen capture ;)) is allow you to open a text or voice chat in the XMB, and then go back into game, and while the game is playing, without opening the XMB, just talk or type. Maybe for text there can be a very small window top right corner of the screen.

I tried out the new chatroom feature in 2.7, and it does something similar to this. You can see chatroom text as a popup while you are playing a game. However, that is only to receive text. I think to write text you have to load up the crappy XMB again and reenter the chatroom.

I was invited to a text chatroom with around 10 people in it. First thing I notice is the chat session has a 30 character limit for each line you type! I'm an IRC user (I *still* use IRC everyday), and the ps3 line limitation is extremely frustrating.

Anyway, I chatted for a bit then I left to go back to my game. As I was playing I was still seeing the chatroom as a popup.

[supremekai]

I tried out the new chatroom feature in 2.7, and it does something similar to this. You can see chatroom text as a popup while you are playing a game. However, that is only to receive text. I think to write text you have to load up the crappy XMB again and reenter the chatroom.

I was invited to a text chatroom with around 10 people in it. First thing I notice is the chat session has a 30 character limit for each line you type! I'm an IRC user (I *still* use IRC everyday), and the ps3 line limitation is extremely frustrating.

Anyway, I chatted for a bit then I left to go back to my game. As I was playing I was still seeing the chatroom as a popup.

Once you are in game and in the chat room u can just press the PS button and you can go in and out of chat/game without going through the xmb menus. The onscreen keyboard have to be off.

[thechampion116]

Who, besides you, said anyhing about M$. For all we know MS might have patented good games too, so Sony and everyone else is **** out of luck:lol::lol:
;)

The ONLY available comparison is with XBL for everyone to say this is missing, this is incomplete, etc..... Even though you didn't directly mention, I'm positive when people say its missing this and that its a direct comparison because how else can it be missing something if there is no other services for comparison.

The Wii service is no where close to these two so a comparison is not appropriate.


EDIT: I mentioned earlier that the TAC PS2 to PS3 converter stopped working with this update. SInce I owned one and maybe someone else here does as well, I gave it a shot.

It was reported to be freezing systems so I can confirm that is true.

1. Froze under GP in the XMB
2. Froze under GP in a game (tried Lumines)
3. WORKED under RB/GH settings in their respective games (plugged in the adapter once the games main menu had loaded).

At least it works for #3 because thats the sole purpose of the adapter.

[CFRTim]

The ONLY available comparison is with XBL for everyone to say this is missing, this is incomplete, etc..... Even though you didn't directly mention, I'm positive when people say its missing this and that its a direct comparison because how else can it be missing something if there is no other services for comparison.

The Wii service is no where close to these two so a comparison is not appropriate.

I don't PC game much anymore, but I'm almost sure that I was able to multitask (game and separate chat) on my PC back in the day. I still do it today with Solitaire ;)
Having said that, I'm not implying you're wrong in your assumption, but it's only natural to expect the same, if not more, from a newer & more expensive piece of .......hardware:cheesygri

[Sheky]

http://www.gamersdigest.net/2751/new-mag-images-surface/

Hope this thing stays completely first person. It would be a very pleasant surprise.

[keross1ve]

http://www.gamersdigest.net/2751/new-mag-images-surface/

Hope this thing stays completely first person. It would be a very pleasant surprise.

Looks amazing. I love the extremely large scale of combat of the battlefield series, and this reminds me of it. Hopefully it turns out to be good!

[Setz]

Looks amazing. I love the extremely large scale of combat of the battlefield series, and this reminds me of it. Hopefully it turns out to be good!

It'll be subscription based. Way to kill hype, Sony.

[supremekai]

It'll be subscription based. Way to kill hype, Sony.

Who said that?

[Setz]

Who said that?

Google is your friend.

http://kotaku.com/5055882/mag-to-charge-for-monthlyannual-subscription

[supremekai]

Google is your friend.

http://kotaku.com/5055882/mag-to-charge-for-monthlyannual-subscription

thats why the title ended in a question mark?

No evidence that there is paid subscription or not.

[Sheky]

It'll be subscription based. Way to kill hype, Sony.

I wonder how that would work. An MMO shooter?? Is this gonna be stats based? :confused:

If they're charging monthly fee for just a regular shooter, LOL, they're gonna lose a lot of money.

[bahasad]

Buying a PS3 soon. Leaning towards a 20GB...anything I should look for/be wary of before buying?
Also is there anyway to get WiFi on 20GB model?

[Setz]

Buying a PS3 soon. Leaning towards a 20GB...anything I should look for/be wary of before buying?
Also is there anyway to get WiFi on 20GB model?

No way to get Wifi on a 20gb. Opt for the 60gb, or the old 80gb. If you're concerned about PS2 backwards compatibility, the 80gb and 60gb are identical.

[thechampion116]

Buying a PS3 soon. Leaning towards a 20GB...anything I should look for/be wary of before buying?
Also is there anyway to get WiFi on 20GB model?

20gb is obsolete unless your buying used.

I don't think you can get wifi on it unless there is like some USB adapter that works like a wireless network card.

[bahasad]

Darn the price is good on the 20GB. I'll see how it goes but I'm leaning towards that or the 40GB.
What sort of problems should I look out for? I want to make sure nothing is wrong with it. So far:
- check if drive reads disc
- some 60GB issues (don't really think it applies)
- freezing...
- what else?

Hopefully I'll have a PS3 to join my 360, and can provide a more objective opinion on what each is good at. :cheesygri

[Canadianpsycho]

Darn the price is good on the 20GB. I'll see how it goes but I'm leaning towards that or the 40GB.
What sort of problems should I look out for? I want to make sure nothing is wrong with it. So far:
- check if drive reads disc
- some 60GB issues (don't really think it applies)
- freezing...
- what else?

Hopefully I'll have a PS3 to join my 360, and can provide a more objective opinion on what each is good at. :cheesygri

If you pay for Live and aren't looking for a Blu-ray player don't bother picking one up unless you can't live without the few PS3 exclusives worth playing. As much as folks like to defend free online Sony's online services are awful. Aside from BD functionality there really isn't a reason to own both systems unless you're a hardcore gamer. So many titles are cross platform now it doesn't justify owning both.

[Setz]

If you pay for Live and aren't looking for a Blu-ray player don't bother picking one up unless you can't live without the few PS3 exclusives worth playing. As much as folks like to defend free online Sony's online services are awful. Aside from BD functionality there really isn't a reason to own both systems unless you're a hardcore gamer. So many titles are cross platform now it doesn't justify owning both.

360 fanboyism aside, what is so wrong with PSN? Seriously. I've played both Live and PSN and notice no differences in stability, number of people playing, etc.

[bahasad]

Why I am getting it:
1) Exclusives
2) Blu-Ray Player
3) Free Multiplayer
4) Price
5) Cause I want to try it out, have some bragging rights, and see if it is actually worth it.

I mostly just want to see how PSN is like, some of the games. If I like it I'll keep it, if not i'll sell it. Simple as that.

I was thinking of getting a wii, but I can't think of more than one game I would want to play on that.

But, from a very practical standpoint, I honestly don't need it. I just want it :cheesygri.

[thechampion116]

Darn the price is good on the 20GB. I'll see how it goes but I'm leaning towards that or the 40GB.
What sort of problems should I look out for? I want to make sure nothing is wrong with it. So far:
- check if drive reads disc
- some 60GB issues (don't really think it applies)
- freezing...
- what else?

Hopefully I'll have a PS3 to join my 360, and can provide a more objective opinion on what each is good at. :cheesygri

nothing much to check except that the disc is reading.

The online service between PSN and Live is not that much different. Do not let Canadianpsycho fool you. Just because its free it doesn't mean its automatically some piece of trash service. PSN is constantly being improved and is leagues better than it was when it started and in my opinion is creeping up on Live.

I think your fine is your just buying to try and determine if you like it or not and are content with reselling possibly at a loss. give it a shot if you've got the dough.

[CFRTim]

Why I am getting it:
1) Exclusives
2) Blu-Ray Player
3) Free Multiplayer
4) Price
5) Cause I want to try it out, have some bragging rights, and see if it is actually worth it.

I mostly just want to see how PSN is like, some of the games. If I like it I'll keep it, if not i'll sell it. Simple as that.

I was thinking of getting a wii, but I can't think of more than one game I would want to play on that.

But, from a very practical standpoint, I honestly don't need it. I just want it :cheesygri.

I was in the same position a few months back. I say get ready for a big disappointment. I’m not bashing the PS3, but there is no real excitement when you also own a 360. Make sure you play Uncharted, it has to be the best thing on it. PSN is behind Live, but hey, it's free :cheesygri

P.S. The wife is having a hard time playing Wheel Of Fortune on PSN, as I'm typing this :lol:

[bahasad]

I have played God of War, Killzone Liberation, and MGS Portable OPS on PSP. If the PS3 versions are anywhere close to these, it will be worth it. Exclusives like: Killzone 3, MGS4, Resistance 1/2, God of War 3, Uncharted and GT5 are the main reason I am getting it.

Also when Heavy Rain, inFamous, come out I'll be happy to try them (if I still have it).

EDIT: Darn after reading some of these posts, I am having second thoughts.

[Setz]

I have played God of War, Killzone Liberation, and MGS Portable OPS on PSP. If the PS3 versions are anywhere close to these, it will be worth it. Exclusives like: Killzone 3, MGS4, Resistance 1/2, God of War 3, Uncharted and GT5 are the main reason I am getting it.

Also when Heavy Rain, inFamous, come out I'll be happy to try them (if I still have it).

EDIT: Darn after reading some of these posts, I am having second thoughts.

Why have second thoughts? Some of the best games this generation have been PS3 exclusive (Uncharted, Killzone 2, LittleBigPlanet). Not to mention the PS3 has a plethora of various PSN titles to keep you satisfied with. Flower, Fat Princess (upcoming) and the PixelJunk games are really something unique.

If you have any questions about the PS3, either technical or in terms of quality, feel free to PM me. I'll give you a completely unbiased overview of the console.

[bahasad]

I am getting it anyways. If I really don't like it (which I have a feeling I won't), I'll get rid of it.

Now I am debating whether to get an 80GB (everything besides a controller and box and manuals) for $250 or a 20GB (controller + game + everything except box and manuals) for $10 less.

Any opinions?

[supremekai]

I am getting it anyways. If I really don't like it (which I have a feeling I won't), I'll get rid of it.

Now I am debating whether to get an 80GB (everything besides a controller and box and manuals) for $250 or a 20GB (controller + game + everything except box and manuals) for $10 less.

Any opinions?

80gb
+ more space
- no game/controller

20GB
- controller is most likely sixaxis (no vibration)
- no wifi (would need to get wifi usb adapter if you need it)
+ game (what game is it?)
+ 2 more usb ports

does either of them come with HDMI cable (if you have hd tv?)

breakdown of + and -, not sure if i miss anything or not..

[Setz]

I am getting it anyways. If I really don't like it (which I have a feeling I won't), I'll get rid of it.

Now I am debating whether to get an 80GB (everything besides a controller and box and manuals) for $250 or a 20GB (controller + game + everything except box and manuals) for $10 less.

Any opinions?

New 80gb or old 80gb? I'll assume you mean old.

80gb

+ Wireless standard.
+ 4 USB ports
+ 98% PS2 BC, 100% PS1 BC
+ Huge space.
+ More reliable than the 20/60gb.
+ Dualshock standard.
- Not 100% PS2 BC (irrelevant).

20gb

+ 4 USB ports
+ 100% PS2 BC, 100% PS1 BC
- No wireless.
- Least reliable of the PS3 consoles (Perhaps 0.6% failure rate versus 0.5%, difference is negligible).
- Noisier than the 80gb.
- Very lacking in the space department.

I'd say go for the 80gb. If you don't know/don't plan to upgrade the HDD yourself, the 20gb is very lacking. I have an old 80gb and from my experience, game installs range from 4-6gb. When you get the 20gb, it's really only 17gb, since 3gb is dedicated to the XMBOS.

If you want some install sizes to gauge how much space you need:

MGS4 = 5gb
Oblivion = 4gb
Fallout 3 = 5gb
Siren: New Translation = 10gb (Download) / 4gb (Disc)
Burnout Paradise = 4gb
Devil May Cry 4 = 4gb
Warhawk = 3gb
SOCOM = 2gb
LittleBigPlanet = 5gb
Skate 2 = 0.5gb
Resident Evil 5 = 2.5gb?

You're going to be very limited in storage space with the 20gb.

[bahasad]

I can upgrade the hard drive myself. I am annoyed at the lack of WiFi in the 20GB. Lol noise, I am quite used to noise from my 360. Also I am 80% sure it is the new 80gb, as the person got it a few days ago.

The reason I am leaning towards the 20GB is it comes with a controller and a good game.

I will probably end up going with w.e. I can get the earliest.

[CFRTim]

....If you have any questions about the PS3, either technical or in terms of quality, feel free to PM me. I'll give you a completely unbiased overview of the console.

:lol::lol::lol: That's too funny. Of course it will be biased, you only own the PS3 ;)

[Setz]

:lol::lol::lol: That's too funny. Of course it will be biased, you only own the PS3 ;)

I own a PS3, Wii, gaming PC, and I owned a 360 a few weeks ago.

[sfu_lifer]

Sweet. Managed to nab Valkyria Chronicles here in the US for $29.99 (Gamestop Gaming Deals promo). Played for about 3 hours so far. Guys and gals, please buy this title. It's a fantastic exclusive RPG for the PS3. Sega should be commended for bringing this out here.

Oh and about PSN, it's great. It's free and has most of the features of Live. Unfortunately, due to Sony's shortsightedness of not bundling a mic with every PS3 (not even a cheapie USB one), I've found way less people talking than on Live which is unfortunate since PSN's sound tech is much more superior compared to the 360's mostly fuzzy sounding voices).

[Sheky]

Sweet. Managed to nab Valkyria Chronicles here in the US for $29.99 (Gamestop Gaming Deals promo). Played for about 3 hours so far. Guys and gals, please buy this title. It's a fantastic exclusive RPG for the PS3. Sega should be commended for bringing this out here.

Holy crap that's an awesome deal. Yeah, VC is awesome. I was expecting to turn into a cluster **** like Gowlanser cuz it doesn't have the traditional grid movement but I was pleasantly surprised.

[bahasad]

Ended up buying an 80GB with just the console + wires for 230. Guy looked somewhat shady...hope to try it out soon.

[Pr0metheus]

Ended up buying an 80GB with just the console + wires for 230. Guy looked somewhat shady...hope to try it out soon.

damn that's cheap.

[CFRTim]

Ended up buying an 80GB with just the console + wires for 230. Guy looked somewhat shady...hope to try it out soon.

Shady or not, that's a good price, as long as it works, who cares

[bahasad]

That's why I took the risk...anyone know if I can use a mouse + keyboard for the PS3 (heard somewhere you can)...
edit: why I am worried is because I hear PS3 has problems like drive not working, freezing etc. The guy got it two weeks ago, and he said nothing was wrong, but this is from craigslist, so I am pretty much SOL if it doesn't. Plus I don't have any PS3 games (or a BR) to try it out. Just thinking about worst case scenario. Hopefully tomorrow, I'll pop into EB Games, get a sixaxis and a game to try out.

[supremekai]

That's why I took the risk...anyone know if I can use a mouse + keyboard for the PS3 (heard somewhere you can)...
edit: why I am worried is because I hear PS3 has problems like drive not working, freezing etc. The guy got it two weeks ago, and he said nothing was wrong, but this is from craigslist, so I am pretty much SOL if it doesn't. Plus I don't have any PS3 games (or a BR) to try it out. Just thinking about worst case scenario. Hopefully tomorrow, I'll pop into EB Games, get a sixaxis and a game to try out.

you can use usb or wireless keyboard/mouse.

why don't you get a DS3? unless you dont care for rumble?

[CFRTim]

That's why I took the risk...anyone know if I can use a mouse + keyboard for the PS3 (heard somewhere you can)...
edit: why I am worried is because I hear PS3 has problems like drive not working, freezing etc. The guy got it two weeks ago, and he said nothing was wrong, but this is from craigslist, so I am pretty much SOL if it doesn't. Plus I don't have any PS3 games (or a BR) to try it out. Just thinking about worst case scenario. Hopefully tomorrow, I'll pop into EB Games, get a sixaxis and a game to try out.
You got it without a controller, I guess that's why so cheap? Yes you can use any USB M&K, but I recommend a bluetooth set, like the one logitech makes for it. Anyway, you can power it up to make sure it works; and use a regular DVD to see if the drive is working.
The PS3 is usually a very reliable piece of hardware, so if it works, it works.



On a side note, the wife is having major problems playing Wheel Of Fortune over PSN. She keeps getting error messages about lost connections in the middle of a game.
The internet connection is fine, I don't get disconnected from PSN, just from the game. Is anyone else having problems playing WOF online?

[Canadianpsycho]

360 fanboyism aside, what is so wrong with PSN? Seriously. I've played both Live and PSN and notice no differences in stability, number of people playing, etc.

I'm no fanboy. XBL>PSN. I'm not going into the endless argument because I don't believe in cluttering the thread with non PS3 talk. I'm not going to change your mind and you won't change mine. If it wasn't for Sony's relaxed DRM (I can't believe I just typed that) I'd only be playing BDs and the occasional exlcusive.

I'm looking forward to infamous. My Valkyria Chronicles is still shrinkwrapped I really should play it.

[bahasad]

Some updates on my PS3: So far I was able to turn it on, and watch Dark Knight dvd. Everything works great.

Impressions: I really like the finishing...far better than the 360 in terms of material quality. Design, I would say a tie between 360 and PS3. I like the PS3 design, but not a big fan of the buttons on it. Also the limited USB ports on my 80GB is a PITA. XMB is far more user-friendly than the stupid new X360 dashboard update. Also I love the fact that you can use Mouse + KB, which for some stupid reason you can't use on 360. Other then that, I have no preference for one console over the other.
Will try to buy one or two games, today, and test em out.

Conclusion, so far: Positive. I am liking it :cheesygri. Not going to comment on which one is better, because my 360 being the first console I bought in a long time (and being impressed with), I would lean towards that. Nonetheless, I am really liking the PS3, and I haven't even played a decent game yet!

[CFRTim]

:arrowu:
Uncharted, you MUST play that. Then LBP

[thechampion116]

:arrowu:
Uncharted, you MUST play that. Then LBP

Uncharted is the bomb.

LBP is fun but you need to be playing with at least two friends to get the true enjoyment out of that game.

If your looking at FPS, Killzone 2 is the way to go at this point.

Some stuff I recommend downloading off the PSN is Pixeljunk Monsters (tower-defense game), Wipeout (racing).

[WontonTiger]

Sweet. Managed to nab Valkyria Chronicles here in the US for $29.99 (Gamestop Gaming Deals promo). Played for about 3 hours so far. Guys and gals, please buy this title. It's a fantastic exclusive RPG for the PS3. Sega should be commended for bringing this out here.

Oh and about PSN, it's great. It's free and has most of the features of Live. Unfortunately, due to Sony's shortsightedness of not bundling a mic with every PS3 (not even a cheapie USB one), I've found way less people talking than on Live which is unfortunate since PSN's sound tech is much more superior compared to the 360's mostly fuzzy sounding voices).

I really enjoyed Valkyria Chronicles, however I have a major issue with the constant reference to it as an "RPG" If anything it is more of a strategy title than an RPG. I would have said SRPG, however I don't think it emphasizes the strategy aspect enough.

PSN and Live guy here. I have identical setups not more than 4 feet apart. I've opened specific ports for live, and haven't had a disconnect since earlier in 2008. PSN I have in the DMZ, and it still disconnects constantly, in every game I've tried (EDIT: I didn't have many problems in LBP, however it did kick me a couple of times, and I didn't play it too often.), no matter what I do. I've gone online, opened all relevant ports, moved to DMZ, tried a long ethernet cable, even had my network engineer buddy check it out. He verified it's not connection, so it must be the network, or the hardware.

Live is SUPERIOR to PSN. PSN is buggy, and it wasn't thought through well. If I could have Live on the PSN, I would take it today.

It's too bad from my perspective, as I've found more reason to play online with the PSN (KZ2) recently than with Live. I really do believe the PS3 lineup looks better this year, yet PSN constantly pisses me off. I'm at the point where I want to bomb my controller through my wall, TV, monitor, etc.

PSN needs an overhaul, it needs a focus, it needs a vision. It has been nothing more than a hodgepodge scrapbook effort. I hate PSN!

This has been my entirely objective review.

[grappos13]

^ maybe ur setup is wrong? ive had a ps3 now for about 8 months or so and i seriously have maybe been disconnected once or twice in that timeframe and i have played a lot of games so i dont see whats wrong with the PSN... cannot comment on how good Live is, but i know i havent had much problems with PSN at all

[markj]

try metal gear, killzone 2 and ratchet too...

lots of stuff coming out this year too to look forward too...i think the next one up is infamous...

[CFRTim]

I don't play much on PSN (I did some R2, and it as OK, and I give up on Metal Gear Online) but the wife play a lot of Wheel Of Fortune on PSN and she always gets disconnected, about 1 in 3 games

[thechampion116]

^ maybe ur setup is wrong? ive had a ps3 now for about 8 months or so and i seriously have maybe been disconnected once or twice in that timeframe and i have played a lot of games so i dont see whats wrong with the PSN... cannot comment on how good Live is, but i know i havent had much problems with PSN at all

i think so too. i've only been disconnected from LBP and that only occurred once. My internet speed is only Roger Lite so its not that fast but I've never been disconnected from anything else. The only times I can never to connect to PSN is when they are doing scheduled network maintenance.

sounds weird. I opened the recommended ports from Sony and that the thing run just a tad faster but with my internet speed its unnoticeable. Are you sure its not your router? What router are you using?

Live is pretty good grappos13, definitely worth the $50 because playing online is fun but for me, I would always choose free over pay especially for this kind of service.

try metal gear, killzone 2 and ratchet too...

lots of stuff coming out this year too to look forward too...i think the next one up is infamous...

Infamous looks good. At first I was like 'yay new game from sucker punch' but over time it became meh. With the recent previews on the game, it sounds to be like Assasin's Creed with super powers on crack. I might actually pick this one up.

[Super strokey]

I don't play much on PSN (I did some R2, and it as OK, and I give up on Metal Gear Online) but the wife play a lot of Wheel Of Fortune on PSN and she always gets disconnected, about 1 in 3 games

Thats crazy lots.

I used to get disconnects all the time from PSN. It started like this. I bought my PS3 and i had literally 0 issues for months and months online and then all of a sudden one morning I got up and bam there was literally 0 stability unless i removed the router from the system. I tried everything, I called shaw, Sony, the router companies (went through 3 routers trying to fix it) and nothing we could do would fix it. Then suddenly as it came it was gone and no issues again. I am almost 100% sure it was something either in my complex or with my isp though. But since then i have only had 1 disconnect in roughly a year (a few weeks ago actually) I have become aware that torrents and routers are the ultimate evil for the PS3 and networking.

I cant comment to much abotu live though as i refuse to pay for it when psn is just as good and free.

[zerocool24]

i get disconnected all the time from PSN. Half the time its when i start up a game it logs me out. i cant stand it. i have never had an issue with live. yet if i can go more than half an hour logged into PSN i am happy. IVe never had problems gaming on my pc online either or the wii although i did only try it once on the wii, just the PS3. usually to download game updates i will have to login at least twice to the PSN, often more than that.

[Super strokey]

i get disconnected all the time from PSN. Half the time its when i start up a game it logs me out. i cant stand it. i have never had an issue with live. yet if i can go more than half an hour logged into PSN i am happy. IVe never had problems gaming on my pc online either or the wii although i did only try it once on the wii, just the PS3. usually to download game updates i will have to login at least twice to the PSN, often more than that.

That sounds like a router error, not psn. What error code and router are you getting?

[zerocool24]

That sounds like a router error, not psn. What error code and router are you getting?

how is it a router error? no other system has any issues with any of my routers. i am using a linksys now, but it happened with my old d-link last year, and even with an smc barricade when i first got the ps3. i get no error, it just tells me ive been signed out of PSN. I was told by someone that apparently if you have the power cable too close to other power cables or something (dont really recall but it had soemthing to do with the power cable, although that made no sense at all to me) it causes disconnects. I dont play enough now to worry about it.
edit i usually just use the PS3 to watch movies and run folding.

[WontonTiger]

Thats crazy lots.

I used to get disconnects all the time from PSN. It started like this. I bought my PS3 and i had literally 0 issues for months and months online and then all of a sudden one morning I got up and bam there was literally 0 stability unless i removed the router from the system. I tried everything, I called shaw, Sony, the router companies (went through 3 routers trying to fix it) and nothing we could do would fix it. Then suddenly as it came it was gone and no issues again. I am almost 100% sure it was something either in my complex or with my isp though. But since then i have only had 1 disconnect in roughly a year (a few weeks ago actually) I have become aware that torrents and routers are the ultimate evil for the PS3 and networking.

I cant comment to much abotu live though as i refuse to pay for it when psn is just as good and free.

I should qualify my statements better.

My most recent experiences are in regard to Killzone 2. I honestly can't play for longer than 20-30 minutes without getting disconnected from their network (if I'm lucky). It's not a rudimentary PSN issue, as it's the KZ2 servers, however if PSN was more stable, and had better guidelines, I wouldn't have to deal with it.

It's to the point where I can't enjoy the game. At one point our team was like 5 kills away from winning (100 kills). I was due for about 4 medals that game (medic, and killing related), and it booted me.

I'd rather the system be responsible for central mainframes and storage, and the software companies pay the system people.

I had issues with Live back in the day, however that WAS due to network issues that were my fault. I know quite a bit about home networking, and have no other issues. I've tried a few routers, Dlink DR-615, Linksys WRT150N, 160N, multiple types of firmware (DDRT, stock), and it's the same thing every time.

I'm not in a complex, and I know it's not my internet (which works fine otherwise). Unless Rogers changed something recently, I can't figure it out.

If someone solved it for me, I would be a happy man. If my one buddy couldn't figure it out, I know it's not a simple fix.

Anyway, I like both systems, and as I stated, I think this could finally be the year of the PS3 (or the lack of a year for the 360, depending on POV).

I just wish human beings didn't require sleep, as I'd have another 4-5 hours to play per day... (in a perfect world):lol:;)

[theprodigy]

how is it a router error? no other system has any issues with any of my routers. i am using a linksys now, but it happened with my old d-link last year, and even with an smc barricade when i first got the ps3. i get no error, it just tells me ive been signed out of PSN. I was told by someone that apparently if you have the power cable too close to other power cables or something (dont really recall but it had soemthing to do with the power cable, although that made no sense at all to me) it causes disconnects. I dont play enough now to worry about it.
edit i usually just use the PS3 to watch movies and run folding.

Try opening up the required ports and disable Media Server Connection.

[M-_-C]

i get disconnected all the time from PSN. Half the time its when i start up a game it logs me out. i cant stand it. i have never had an issue with live. yet if i can go more than half an hour logged into PSN i am happy. IVe never had problems gaming on my pc online either or the wii although i did only try it once on the wii, just the PS3. usually to download game updates i will have to login at least twice to the PSN, often more than that.


Sounds to me like the reciever in the ps3 is going I had that exact same problem as you are describing and I went and bought a new ps3 and it worked perfect its a total pain when that happens i know exactly how you feel

[sfu_lifer]

PSN has been pretty unstable for me too. Even gaming with LBP I get disconnects and forget about downloading Singstar songs. They take FOREVER for a measly 30-50MB file. And newsgroup and Live downloads for me are pretty fast. It's been so slow that I download PS3 firmware updates through my PC.

The "it's free, no right to b*tch" argument does not help.

[CFRTim]

I'm glad to see I'm not the only one having issues with PSN. Wait, that doesn't sound right :o
Anyway, I know it's not my hardware or ISP

[JS2K6]

Has anyone who upgraded their PS3 hard drive been able to use the old one from the console as an external HD with an enclosure? I've been trying to format my old 40 GB originally from the PS3 using Windows Disk Management, Swiss Knife, and Paragon Hard Disk Manager but just can't get any of them to detect the hard drive... some people had success doing this on the PS3 forums but I haven't had any luck.

[grappos13]

I should qualify my statements better.

My most recent experiences are in regard to Killzone 2. I honestly can't play for longer than 20-30 minutes without getting disconnected from their network (if I'm lucky). It's not a rudimentary PSN issue, as it's the KZ2 servers, however if PSN was more stable, and had better guidelines, I wouldn't have to deal with it.

It's to the point where I can't enjoy the game. At one point our team was like 5 kills away from winning (100 kills). I was due for about 4 medals that game (medic, and killing related), and it booted me.

I'd rather the system be responsible for central mainframes and storage, and the software companies pay the system people.

I had issues with Live back in the day, however that WAS due to network issues that were my fault. I know quite a bit about home networking, and have no other issues. I've tried a few routers, Dlink DR-615, Linksys WRT150N, 160N, multiple types of firmware (DDRT, stock), and it's the same thing every time.

I'm not in a complex, and I know it's not my internet (which works fine otherwise). Unless Rogers changed something recently, I can't figure it out.

If someone solved it for me, I would be a happy man. If my one buddy couldn't figure it out, I know it's not a simple fix.

Anyway, I like both systems, and as I stated, I think this could finally be the year of the PS3 (or the lack of a year for the 360, depending on POV).

I just wish human beings didn't require sleep, as I'd have another 4-5 hours to play per day... (in a perfect world):lol:;)

i dunno whats up.. i guess its all hit or miss... i believe i have played 60 hrs of KZ2 online total.. and i was disconnected a total of 2 times.. once when i first started.. and maybe once after 20 hrs... the last 40 hrs of play i never got disconnected once...but both times i got disconnected, the disconnect froze my ps3 and it had to reset...

just got disconnected playing wheel of fortune now tho lol

[sfu_lifer]

Has anyone who upgraded their PS3 hard drive been able to use the old one from the console as an external HD with an enclosure? I've been trying to format my old 40 GB originally from the PS3 using Windows Disk Management, Swiss Knife, and Paragon Hard Disk Manager but just can't get any of them to detect the hard drive... some people had success doing this on the PS3 forums but I haven't had any luck.

I reused my 20GB drive, not many problems. You sure your enclosure is getting enough power? You may need one of those usb dc adapters in addition to just the usb cable. I ran into this issue with the drive.

[marcopolo85]

I play for 3-4 hour sessions some times and not once have i gotten disconnected and im using wireless.

Has anyone who upgraded their PS3 hard drive been able to use the old one from the console as an external HD with an enclosure? I've been trying to format my old 40 GB originally from the PS3 using Windows Disk Management, Swiss Knife, and Paragon Hard Disk Manager but just can't get any of them to detect the hard drive... some people had success doing this on the PS3 forums but I haven't had any luck.

Im using the old 60gig hard drive that came out of the ps3 and an external drive. I got the harddrive casing from deal extreme and only needs 1 usb to power it.

[zerocool24]

Sounds to me like the reciever in the ps3 is going I had that exact same problem as you are describing and I went and bought a new ps3 and it worked perfect its a total pain when that happens i know exactly how you feel

well mine is currently being repaired so i hope that when it comes back it may be fixed. i am not holding my breath. i do not use the wireless, but a wired connection to it.

[Setz]

My 80gb has been playing online since I got it Nov 07 and I've had no disconnects period. But then again I'm using wired like any smart gamer would.

[CFRTim]

My 80gb has been playing online since I got it Nov 07 and I've had no disconnects period. But then again I'm using wired like any smart gamer would.

I think I'm going wired too, just need to find my old router and put it behind the TV for the Xbox and PS3. Anyway, my signal strenght it's always been 95%-100%, but since I have a Cat5 cable behind the TV, I might as well use it

[zod]

My 80gb has been playing online since I got it Nov 07 and I've had no disconnects period. But then again I'm using wired like any smart gamer would.

I originally tried using the ps3's wireless but was frequently disconnected. Not only from the PSN network but from my own network when trying to stream videos over from another computer on my network.

The wii has no problems, the xbox in the bedroom 25-30ft away from the router on a belkin wireless bridge had no problems. But the ps3 only 10 ft away wouldn't co-operate with wireless. So I hardwired it. No regrets ever since, works like a charm.

[rems]

I had issues with my wireless when I first got my PS3...then I realized it wasn't a PS3 issue. I bought a new router (the wrt54GL) and it works great now. The only time I get disconnected from a game is if the host has a poor connection. But the PSN itself I have had no issues since.

[supremekai]

Tales of Vesperia is coming to PS3 with new characters, new cutscne and subplots, outifts, tie-in with the anime, and full voice acting.

link (http://kotaku.com/5201634/whats-new-about-ps3-tales-of-vesperia)

[xeL|]

so most of you guys have been disconnected frequently while playing games online on ps3?

coz i have.. especially for the past few days..
i am wondering if it's my internet connection or the actual ps3...

[JS2K6]

I reused my 20GB drive, not many problems. You sure your enclosure is getting enough power? You may need one of those usb dc adapters in addition to just the usb cable. I ran into this issue with the drive.

I got it to work by connecting it to my friend's MacBook and formatting it to FAT32, which made it detectable by my computer.

[firechkn]

What video format is best suited for HD playback on a PS3?

I'm trying to retain as much quality as possible when converting some HD MOV files from my Mac to the PS3. I'm currently using Toast 9 to convert the files.

So far I've tried DivX HD and H.264 but the quality isn't quite there. I'm using the default settings for the conversion. Been messing around with the custom settings without much luck.

Any tips on getting the best quality out of my HD clips?

Thanks for any help.

HD recorder: Canon HV20
MacBook. 10.4.11
Toast Titanium 9.0.2

[bahasad]

I'm getting connection problems too (on Folding at Home it hasn't been connecting). ugh

But otherwise, I am loving this :cheesygri. I find the Xbox 360 a better gaming machine so far (I only played Resistance 1/2 and Unreal Tournament 3 on PS3), but everything else the PS3 matches/surpasses. I like the 360 Controllers better though.

[Canadianpsycho]

I'm getting connection problems too (on Folding at Home it hasn't been connecting). ugh

But otherwise, I am loving this :cheesygri. I find the Xbox 360 a better gaming machine so far (I only played Resistance 1/2 and Unreal Tournament 3 on PS3), but everything else the PS3 matches/surpasses. I like the 360 Controllers better though.

If you want to play good exclusives pick up MGS4, Uncharted, and Heavenly Sword. TBH the last two are only rentals unfortunately... No online and little replay value unless you're a completionist.

[Setz]

I'm getting connection problems too (on Folding at Home it hasn't been connecting). ugh

But otherwise, I am loving this :cheesygri. I find the Xbox 360 a better gaming machine so far (I only played Resistance 1/2 and Unreal Tournament 3 on PS3), but everything else the PS3 matches/surpasses. I like the 360 Controllers better though.

Some games I suggest:

Demon's Souls - medieval jRPG with extreme difficulty and a visceral online component.
Siren: Blood Curse/New Translation - the best survival horror game to come out this generation. Rely on stealth rather than brute force to escape your fears.
Uncharted - the best PS3 game out right now.
Socom - great online.

[Unicron]

HOME - Resident Evil 5 Game Space

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uIru83eRmr4

HOW COOL IS THAT?

I wish 360 had something like this, it gives fans of the games an area to talk about the game and get more info and get more excited about playing it

Everyone dogs on Home but this is seriously cool and ITS FREE!

F R E E!

[CFRTim]

:arrowu:
HOME is not a game, HOME is not cool. The 360 doesn't need something like this, hell the PS3 can do without it.

[sfu_lifer]

:arrowu:
HOME is not a game, HOME is not cool. The 360 doesn't need something like this, hell the PS3 can do without it.
Well to be fair, it seems to be a sad hangout for kids and it is free. I honestly haven't bothered to boot it since a month after launch as I find no redeeming features in going in (waste of time loading etc). If I want to meet serious like-minded people, they'd be playing the games I want to play and not hanging around the lame virtual rooms at Home.

[Unicron]

:arrowu:
HOME is not a game, HOME is not cool. The 360 doesn't need something like this, hell the PS3 can do without it.

Define "GAME"

The first stage in Resident Evil 5 is doing exactly what the video above is showing, there's no fighting in this area for the real game, you're walking with your partner in the exact same area

This gamespace allows you to meet up with other gamers, maybe get to add people to friends list from this and play with them in the real game

Whats not good about that? - It would be awesome having a Fable 2 Gamespace of Bowerstone market and its accessible by anyone, it would get more people interested in the game and a place people could talk about tips/tricks for the game....hanging out in bowerstone market in the real Fable 2 I could hear people talking about weapons and things i've never heard about but this experience gets transferred to all games with game spaces, i think thats pretty awesome

[Canadianpsycho]

Home is a gimmick bloatware glorified chatroom.

[markj]

home is wacker than a 8 ball jacket

[Unicron]

Home is a gimmick bloatware glorified chatroom.

Its free, and you get a place to add new people to friends list with who you meet there

You can also play games with these same people afterwards....Thats the whole point of Online Multiplayer

I haven't even tried it yet so I can't say for sure that its good but people just follow what everyone else thinks

Jonas Brothers are cool...you wouldn't say that around your friends because they'll laugh at you well who cares if the Bully Gamers laugh at you for thinking Home is cool man, stickup for what you like not what other douchebags think is cool or not cool

I also think Vin Diesel is cool and I hope he makes another Riddick movie

http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g182/minniemouse408/Vin_Diesel.jpg

[Aznkid2000]

Hey guys i am wondering

currently i am a Brigadier General which means you get the sliver band thing with your general rank but it won`t show for me but for others it does (i am talking about online play btw for the site it shows it)

why is that

[evozero]

Anyone else import demon's souls? I have it and it's a great game so far.

[Unicron]

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y50/TakeOverWiFi/myphone.gif

[bahasad]

Urgh, PS3 froze today while I was playing Resistance. Nothing happened, couldn't access XMB. Is this normal? What should I look out for? Should I cut back playing...I am getting worried. I did run Folding for a while (about 6 hours)...but I did turn it off for like 1-2 hours before running Resistance.

FYI, my 360 hasn't done this once.

[Setz]

Urgh, PS3 froze today while I was playing Resistance. Nothing happened, couldn't access XMB. Is this normal? What should I look out for? Should I cut back playing...I am getting worried. I did run Folding for a while (about 6 hours)...but I did turn it off for like 1-2 hours before running Resistance.

FYI, my 360 hasn't done this once.

Avoid folding@home. Trust me. In every case I've read of PS3's dying, the common theme is excessive folding.

Shouldn't worry, but if it happens every time you try to play try to contact the seller.

[Setz]

Anyone else import demon's souls? I have it and it's a great game so far.

I ordered it off of eBay on the 28th and it'll arrive on Tuesday or Wednesday. I've heard it's a badass game in the same vein of Oblivion but with a bit of Monster Hunter mixed in. I love medieval RPGs.

[bahasad]

Avoid folding@home. Trust me. In every case I've read of PS3's dying, the common theme is excessive folding.

Shouldn't worry, but if it happens every time you try to play try to contact the seller.

Yeah I am 70% sure it was cause of the folding. Will stop doing it.
I notice like the top and the base of the unit are fairly cool even when I do run the folding, unlike my 360 which gets hot if I play too much. But still, it froze.
Will getting an intercooler help? I never thought I would need to get an intercooler for my PS3 (rather for my 360).

[PCDawg]

Urgh, PS3 froze today while I was playing Resistance. Nothing happened, couldn't access XMB. Is this normal? What should I look out for? Should I cut back playing...I am getting worried. I did run Folding for a while (about 6 hours)...but I did turn it off for like 1-2 hours before running Resistance.

FYI, my 360 hasn't done this once.

If its resistance 1, then its not folding @home. Its a known problem with that game. Bad coding. Doesnt happen to any other game.

If the game freezes with some codes on the top of the screen, then its the game coding issue. Notthing else you can do. Jut do a hard reset and play it from the last saved level.

[bahasad]

If its resistance 1, then its not folding @home. Its a known problem with that game. Bad coding. Doesnt happen to any other game.

If the game freezes with some codes on the top of the screen, then its the game coding issue. Notthing else you can do. Jut do a hard reset and play it from the last saved level.

yes it was resistance 1. Game froze during a cutscene (and I got far yesterday too :cry::lol:). I didn't get any codes on top of the screen though.

I'll be a bit more careful next time.

[evozero]

I ordered it off of eBay on the 28th and it'll arrive on Tuesday or Wednesday. I've heard it's a badass game in the same vein of Oblivion but with a bit of Monster Hunter mixed in. I love medieval RPGs.

It's very challenging but satisfying, you're in for a treat. The combat does remind me of oblivion, except that it doesn't suck.

Here are a couple reviews in case people here are interested in this game. most of the lower scores that I've seen can be attributed to the brutal difficulty.

rpgfan review (http://www.rpgfan.com/reviews/Demons_Souls/index.html)

another review (http://ezinearticles.com/?Review---Demons-Souls---PLAYSTATION-3&id=2185681)

[Sheky]

It's very challenging but satisfying, you're in for a treat. The combat does remind me of oblivion, except that it doesn't suck.

Here are a couple reviews in case people here are interested in this game. most of the lower scores that I've seen can be attributed to the brutal difficulty.

rpgfan review (http://www.rpgfan.com/reviews/Demons_Souls/index.html)

another review (http://ezinearticles.com/?Review---Demons-Souls---PLAYSTATION-3&id=2185681)

OMG, there's coop for this!? How is it? I'm dying for good coop games.

[Setz]

OMG, there's coop for this!? How is it? I'm dying for good coop games.

This is the best source of info on the game: http://demonssouls.wikidot.com/

Online is split into three components.

1. You can join games of other people and have a game of up to 4 people. Beat bosses, do objectives, explore, etc. The entire game is available solo or co-op.

2. You can "invade" another person's game as a boss enemy (essentially a human, but evil), and your objective is to PK them. You win, you steal their EXP/items/souls, but if they kill you there is considerable consequences on you (EXP/items/souls).

3. Neither co-op or versus, you can put messages on the ground in any area of the game. You can leave helpful messages (ie. watch out for this trap a few steps ahead) or not so helpful messages (ie. jump off this cliff for a secret item!). Anyone can read these messages wherever you put them, and people can rate them. If you get rated highly, you can get a free revive in game.

Here's a particularly cool video of a PK stalking his prey (skip the video from 4:45 to 7:45 as he goes AFK).
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=36633bqjfkU&feature=channel_page

[Canadianpsycho]

inane ranting

Please do not have any children.

[evozero]

sheky, there is co-op but not formalized co-op like say resident evil 5. In demon's souls, you have to drop a blue stone that other players can find to initiate co-op. It takes some coordiation if you want to play with friends. While you could play the entire game co-op, i don't think that's the intent of the feature. I believe it's designed to help you beat bosses and areas that you can't quite tackle alone.

The co-op i have played in this game is pretty fun. I wouldn't buy it just for the co-op feature though, you might be disappointed if you are looking for a co-op centric game.

[supremekai]

MAG details :

-2 to 256 Players
-'hopes' for 30FPS when all the action is going down at all times
-Dedicated servers with new network architectures to help reduce lag
-Streamline matches to reduce need to wait.
-All audio cues (planes flying by, air raid sirens) are actual players causing it or player triggered actions. This can happen in other regions and you can hear in distance.
-PunkBuster quality cheating detection. System tests for things like rate of fire/movement/damage to keep things in check
-First Person view (better sense of scale and immersion into game)
-20 years in future, 3 major PMCs bid for war. The power struggle of these 3 dubbed Shadow War
3 Factions, only 2 announced now: Raven(high tech weapons, most trained soldiers on planet. Will appeal to Halo/Resistances fans). Sver(fierce fighters from middle east/central Asia area. Battle harden warriors)
-256 Domination mode. Attackers and defenders. Out layer of defense and inner layer. Once gone through the out layer 'hell breaks loose'. Anti-aircraft and radar are vulnerable. If your faction wins alot it gets the contract for that game mode and gets XP bonuses and perks.
-3 other game modes: Acquisition(128 player escort-style mode. Steal 2 prototype armored transports and bring to extraction zone). Sabotage(64player, control 2 points for X time then a demolition objective is revealed which must be destroyed). Suppression(64 player team deathmatch)
-Customize face, voice, armor.
-No soldier class system, but has a free-form kit creation. Can save 3 different load-outs. Depending on your choice of weapons, it can be told by looking at you so others can tell. Change your load-out to match how the battle is going.
-Snipers can get more than normal XP for killing people in designated areas of importance
-Ranking up gives access to new weapons/perks/leadership positions.
-Recognizes issues with large scale maps and the traveling.

-8 player into a squad, 4 squads into a platoon, 4 platoons into a company (US Military)
-Certain goals for each squad/platoon etc. Have 2ndary goals like blowing bridges.
-Veteran ranks can enlist into leadership roles, give orders to squad, then platoon, then the company(OIC)
-Officer only communication channel to help organize the battle


-Want to be approachable to casual yet have alot of features for the hardcore.
-Been running 256 player tests since Nov. 08 and plans to have closed/open betas.

[Sheky]

This is the best source of info on the game: http://demonssouls.wikidot.com/

Online is split into three components.

1. You can join games of other people and have a game of up to 4 people. Beat bosses, do objectives, explore, etc. The entire game is available solo or co-op.

2. You can "invade" another person's game as a boss enemy (essentially a human, but evil), and your objective is to PK them. You win, you steal their EXP/items/souls, but if they kill you there is considerable consequences on you (EXP/items/souls).

3. Neither co-op or versus, you can put messages on the ground in any area of the game. You can leave helpful messages (ie. watch out for this trap a few steps ahead) or not so helpful messages (ie. jump off this cliff for a secret item!). Anyone can read these messages wherever you put them, and people can rate them. If you get rated highly, you can get a free revive in game.

Here's a particularly cool video of a PK stalking his prey (skip the video from 4:45 to 7:45 as he goes AFK).
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=36633bqjfkU&feature=channel_page

LOL, that stalking is creepy, but awesome. <3 ganking.

Assuming you leave your blue gems around, is it hard to find strangers to party with? I would guess most of the community is AZNs from overseas which are in completely different timezones. Man, they should've made COOP a more prominent feature.

I'm not a big fan of solo RPGs, especially in such a dark and depressing setting. I watched a few clips at Gametrailers and the bosses can kill you in one hit. Man that would suck soloing. And it's close to $100 to import this. =/ Very tempting though...

[Setz]

LOL, that stalking is creepy, but awesome. <3 ganking.

Assuming you leave your blue gems around, is it hard to find strangers to party with? I would guess most of the community is AZNs from overseas which are in completely different timezones. Man, they should've made COOP a more prominent feature.

I'm not a big fan of solo RPGs, especially in such a dark and depressing setting. I watched a few clips at Gametrailers and the bosses can kill you in one hit. Man that would suck soloing. And it's close to $100 to import this. =/ Very tempting though...

Unfortunately there is no voice chat or text chat, only gestures you can do like waving, sitting, jumping, pointing, etc. Won't matter if you play with asians or not, since you'll never know. Co-op is a pretty big feature. Sure it's not the highlight of the game, but as I said, the entire game can be played co-op.

I've seen Demon's Souls as low at 63$US with free shipping, so it's not too bad. I bought it on eBay for 100$+, but all I've heard are good things about the game.

Sheky, did you ever import/download Siren: Blood Curse? I was in the gameshare group, but I also got an import version (I have both now).

[Sheky]

Unfortunately there is no voice chat or text chat, only gestures you can do like waving, sitting, jumping, pointing, etc. Won't matter if you play with asians or not, since you'll never know. Co-op is a pretty big feature. Sure it's not the highlight of the game, but as I said, the entire game can be played co-op.

I've seen Demon's Souls as low at 63$US with free shipping, so it's not too bad. I bought it on eBay for 100$+, but all I've heard are good things about the game.

Sheky, did you ever import/download Siren: Blood Curse? I was in the gameshare group, but I also got an import version (I have both now).

Yeah I bought the AZN version of Siren when they had a sale at Playasia. Half way through it now. Awesomely creepy. I haven't hesitated in opening a door like this since playing the original Silent Hill.

I might have to bite the bullet and just import DS. I've got that online RPG itch I've been needing to scratch since I quit L2. LOL anyone got Playasia or Yesasia coupons? :3

[WontonTiger]

My 80gb has been playing online since I got it Nov 07 and I've had no disconnects period. But then again I'm using wired like any smart gamer would.

I'm staying wireless, like any aesthetically minded decorator, who doesn't want to rebuild his infrastructure would

(two can use italics)

In my situation, it isn't as simple as wireless vs. wired. I truly only have 1 option (for the time being).

I haven't turned on my PS3 since my last disconnect.

Based on a previous comment, I'm tempted to try another PS3 console in the same spot. It's too bad I don't know anyone locally with a PS3.

I had issues with my wireless when I first got my PS3...then I realized it wasn't a PS3 issue. I bought a new router (the wrt54GL) and it works great now. The only time I get disconnected from a game is if the host has a poor connection. But the PSN itself I have had no issues since.

I had that exact router previously. Tried with stock and DDRT. Neither worked. Most of my issue is with host connections as well, however that's essentially an issue with the design of the PSN.

I'm getting connection problems too (on Folding at Home it hasn't been connecting). ugh

But otherwise, I am loving this :cheesygri. I find the Xbox 360 a better gaming machine so far (I only played Resistance 1/2 and Unreal Tournament 3 on PS3), but everything else the PS3 matches/surpasses. I like the 360 Controllers better though.

After I played through MGS IV, my PS3 became a Folding machine for 2 months. During that time, I wasn't disconnected from the Folding servers even once. That makes me think it's not an issue with the PS3 hardware either... Anyway, food for though.

Its free, and you get a place to add new people to friends list with who you meet there

You can also play games with these same people afterwards....Thats the whole point of Online Multiplayer

I haven't even tried it yet so I can't say for sure that its good but people just follow what everyone else thinks

Jonas Brothers are cool...you wouldn't say that around your friends because they'll laugh at you well who cares if the Bully Gamers laugh at you for thinking Home is cool man, stickup for what you like not what other douchebags think is cool or not cool

I also think Vin Diesel is cool and I hope he makes another Riddick movie

http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g182/minniemouse408/Vin_Diesel.jpg

Your post always have the effect of making me laugh... with you of course...

Jonas Bros are the biggest posers ever, however I agree with you in regard to Vin. That shot of Vin makes me think he dips in both ponds (if you know what I mean).



What new PS3 game should I try (preferably not online). I'm looking for Strategy/RPG/Action mix (or one of the 3). Any one have recommendations? I'm going to try Demons Soul, I just need to find the Chinese copy, as I heard it has English text.

[markj]

looks like infamous is getting released in may instead of june...


http://kotaku.com/5210251/infamous-gets-pushed-up-with-pre+order-goodies

[Setz]

What new PS3 game should I try (preferably not online). I'm looking for Strategy/RPG/Action mix (or one of the 3). Any one have recommendations? I'm going to try Demons Soul, I just need to find the Chinese copy, as I heard it has English text.

Valkyria Chronicles is strategy/RPG.
Red Alert 3 is strategy/action.
Demon's Souls is action/RPG.

You can get the Chinese or Korean versions, both are full English. Japanese version is the one you should steer clear of.

[CFRTim]

looks like infamous is getting released in may instead of june...


http://kotaku.com/5210251/infamous-gets-pushed-up-with-pre+order-goodies

.......demo planned for May 21 :twisted:

[thechampion116]

http://www.thatvideogameblog.com/2009/04/23/battlefield-1943-is-15-on-xbl-psn/

Battlefield 1943 is supposedly gonna be $15.

EA Sports just put out the Sports complex in PS Home. Go try it out, I can't because I disconnected my PS3 since its exam time.

http://www.us.playstation.com/

Uncharted news revealed April 27th.

[trixR4kids]

anyone excited for the new king of fighters in july?

[Sheky]

anyone excited for the new king of fighters in july?

Hell yes. Day one purchase. Hopefully there's more bonus characters than just K' and Mai.

[trixR4kids]

Hell yes. Day one purchase. Hopefully there's more bonus characters than just K' and Mai.

ive heard that the roster is only about 20, and the rest will be in dlc... big cash grab considering the amount of fighters there are

[Sheky]

ive heard that the roster is only about 20, and the rest will be in dlc... big cash grab considering the amount of fighters there are

Never heard this DLC rumor. I was under the impression that the bonus characters are a console bonus. Don't think it makes much sense to go DLC, it's not like they'll never put someone like Mai or K' in their future games.

http://kotaku.com/5170764/the-king-of-fighters-xii-gets-new-fighters-smoother-graphics-for-consoles

[CFRTim]

......

Uncharted news revealed April 27th.

I hope is not about Matthew McConaughey to star in the Uncharted movie :o

http://www.vg247.com/2009/04/23/rumor-matthew-mcconaughey-to-star-in-uncharted-movie/

[thechampion116]

I hope is not about Matthew McConaughey to star in the Uncharted movie :o

http://www.vg247.com/2009/04/23/rumor-matthew-mcconaughey-to-star-in-uncharted-movie/

its definitely not that because the announcement is a double one. Its for Uncharted 2 and InFamous.

people are guessing that InFamous might actually come with a demo of Uncharted 2 which would be amazing.

[Kyle_87]

Yeah this would be pretty good. I'm still on the fence with InFamous, it looks tempting but I will wait for reviews before deciding on it. I've seen some good gameplay but the lighting bolt shooting looks kinda stale, maybe its the animation of how he fires or aims lol.

its definitely not that because the announcement is a double one. Its for Uncharted 2 and InFamous.

people are guessing that InFamous might actually come with a demo of Uncharted 2 which would be amazing.

[CFRTim]

I'm thinking of buying a new HDTV. Is 120Hz a factor for gaming? I think I'll go 120Hz because of PS3's blu-ray capabilities, but what about gaming.

[Setz]

Yeah this would be pretty good. I'm still on the fence with InFamous, it looks tempting but I will wait for reviews before deciding on it. I've seen some good gameplay but the lighting bolt shooting looks kinda stale, maybe its the animation of how he fires or aims lol.

+1. Both Prototype and inFamous are coming out pretty close to each other and are very similar games. I guess I'll have to decide on super powers versus shapeshifting.

[thechampion116]

+1. Both Prototype and inFamous are coming out pretty close to each other and are very similar games. I guess I'll have to decide on super powers versus shapeshifting.

agreed. I don't know much about Prototype but I know InFamous allows you to play as a good guy or bad guy. I might pick up Infamous as I haven't bought a new game since Killzone2. Prototype is multiplatform so its likely to drop down in price faster just look at all those EA games that have dropped $20 to $30 after only releasing in November and December.

[Super strokey]

I'm thinking of buying a new HDTV. Is 120Hz a factor for gaming? I think I'll go 120Hz because of PS3's blu-ray capabilities, but what about gaming.

I have always kinda wondered this too, I have a plasma and a 120Hz 46w4100 and i "see" it as games being smoother on the w4100. That being said it could be one of those things where you want to see it more than anything. In blu-rays the difference between 120hz tvs and 60 hz tvs is huge though.

SOme tech head should be here soon to clear this up for us.

[Super strokey]

+1. Both Prototype and inFamous are coming out pretty close to each other and are very similar games. I guess I'll have to decide on super powers versus shapeshifting.

Infamous looks better to me as of late, but prototype sure used to. Once i heard they had to scale back their ideas and pull stuff out and make the game smaller i kinda lost hope for it. I fear it will be a 1/2 assed attempt at a game that should have been teh better of the two.

[thechampion116]

http://kotaku.com/5226561/infamous-shocks-us-with-uncharted-2-multiplayer-beta

multiplayer in uncharted

[ECBomb]

If anyone still plays Nazi Zombie online for COD 5 (I'm talking about the old map here), add me on PSN. Seems like nobody plays that game mode online anymore. It's a much better mode to play with 3 other guys than going at it on your own for sure. Gamertag is the same as my name here.

Just make sure when you add me, specify that you're adding me because of the Nazi Zombies for COD 5 or else I won't add you. Thanks!

[kleptodathief]

i think the ps3 price drop mite b happening in canaduh soon, dell.com has the 80gb for 300usd now

[rahzel]

I'm thinking of buying a new HDTV. Is 120Hz a factor for gaming? I think I'll go 120Hz because of PS3's blu-ray capabilities, but what about gaming.
There are no benefits for gaming with 120hz -- only with Blu-Ray movies. Even with BR movies, the average joe won't notice much of a difference, if any.

120hz is good for BR movies, because you can play them at their native framerate (24hz) and when viewed on a 120hz TV that properly does the 5:5 pulldown, it will eliminate judder caused by 3:2 pulldown.

[Unicron]

fat princess http://www.giantbomb.com/quick-look-fat-princess/17-478/

ps3 only :(

[thechampion116]

fat princess http://www.giantbomb.com/quick-look-fat-princess/17-478/

ps3 only :(

you didn't know?

Sony has started a program where by small developers can have their development costs paid by Sony in turn the game is a PSN exclusive. This game might be under that program.

[grappos13]

http://kotaku.com/5226561/infamous-shocks-us-with-uncharted-2-multiplayer-beta

multiplayer in uncharted

thx for the info... i always assumed they were gonna add multiplayer to uncharted... but now its confirmed...

damn man.. uncharted 2 is gonna own...

[thechampion116]

thx for the info... i always assumed they were gonna add multiplayer to uncharted... but now its confirmed...

damn man.. uncharted 2 is gonna own...

it depends.

it can't be just an addon for the sake of having multiplayer. They have to do it properly. I was hoping for co-op but I doubt its happening.

[sfu_lifer]

Lots of great PS3 games on sale at Bestbuy.com (and B&M) if you're heading down the border :).
Picked up SC4, Ferrari, Singstar Vol2 and 007:QoS for $9.99 a piece. I've been wanting Singstar and Ferrari forever and finally a great sale :D

Now hopefully they put Lair and Heavenly Sword for $10 somewhere and I think i'll have most if not all the big PS3 exclusives in my library.

[Setz]

Lots of great PS3 games on sale at Bestbuy.com (and B&M) if you're heading down the border :).
Picked up SC4, Ferrari, Singstar Vol2 and 007:QoS for $9.99 a piece. I've been wanting Singstar and Ferrari forever and finally a great sale :D

Now hopefully they put Lair and Heavenly Sword for $10 somewhere and I think i'll have most if not all the big PS3 exclusives in my library.

I'm 5 min from the border and probably won't bother. But DMC4 360 10$ and SC4 PS3 10$ are making me reconsider.

[sfu_lifer]

I'm 5 min from the border and probably won't bother. But DMC4 360 10$ and SC4 PS3 10$ are making me reconsider.

Good luck getting it though. The asian horde descended and proceeded to pick it clean as soon as opening at the closest Bestbuy to me.

[Setz]

Good luck getting it though. The asian horde descended and proceeded to pick it clean as soon as opening at the closest Bestbuy to me.

This is what I was afraid of. A friend of mine said he grabbed the last SC4 PS3 at his local location and he was assaulted by someone trying to grab it.

[shannn]

Good luck getting it though. The asian horde descended and proceeded to pick it clean as soon as opening at the closest Bestbuy to me.

Those crazy asians and their videogames :lol:


...(I'm Chinese, so, not being racist, just stating an observation I've had over the years, lol)

[CFRTim]

Uncharted 2 multiplayer gets first details


Multiplayer co-op for three players. Different story than single-player. Zones and actions in the map required for two and three players. Mini bosses in each section. Players will revive after a few seconds (less if aided by another player).

Deathmatch. Four-on-four, and you can choose two skills. Exploration is needed to find the strongest weapons.

Capture the Treasure. Like CTF. Four-on-four trying to steal treasure from the enemy base.

http://www.vg247.com/2009/04/27/rumour-uncharted-2-multiplayer-gets-first-details/

[Setz]

Three player co-op? :S Local and/or online? I thought there was only two players. :S

[CFRTim]

Three player co-op? :S Local and/or online? I thought there was only two players. :S

3 is an odd number for co-op. I know Halo 3 supports up to 4 players co-op. I still like 2 best for co-op

[Setz]

3 is an odd number for co-op. I know Halo 3 supports up to 4 players co-op. I still like 2 best for co-op

As far as we know there is only two playable characters.

[CFRTim]

Left 4 Dead coming to PS3. Pre-order now, and just look at the review:

Dude this game is awesome! I just got the PS3 version and I must say it is sooooooooooooooo much better than the Xbox 360 one. Included are the DLC that are not even available on the other versions yet plus there are extra zombies and campaigns. An extra exclusive zombie is the KRATOS zombie based on the hit game series "God of War". He only appears sometimes and its random when a player is allocated to him :D Multiplayer has been expanded to 32 players per game! And all this and more are exclusive to the PS3 version and you would be nuts not to get this one! Go now! Order it now or you will regret it!

http://www.game.com.au/showtitle?code=LEFT4DEDP3

[Unicron]

Hiphopgamer interviews David Jaffe

http://www.thebitbag.com/2009/04/26/david-jaffe-hiphopgamer-discuss-god-of-war-multi-platform-development-gamestop-and-much-much-more-enjoy-this-classic-interview-on-the-hiphopgamershow-42609/

and Hip Hop gamer is almost 100% sure that $299.99 price drop during E3

i hope he's right

[Unicron]

always check n4g, most latest news is there

Uncharted 2 multiplayer pics

http://ps3.kombo.com/article.php?artid=9865

http://ps3.kombo.com/images/media/uncharted2coop_933434.jpg

http://ps3.kombo.com/images/media/uncharted2mpscreen_00539454.jpg

http://ps3.kombo.com/images/media/uncharted2mpscreen_0053434.jpg

[Setz]

Game looks sick

[duckdown]

Why can't I complete submissions in the UFC demo?

[CFRTim]

Uncharted 2: First multiplayer video released. Looks great

http://www.vg247.com/2009/04/27/uncharted-2-first-multiplayer-video-released/

[sfu_lifer]

Game looks sick
+1
I've always thought Uncharted was the PS3's coup de grace, even after Killzone 2 and this is even better.

[Kyle_87]

Beta vouchers in inFamous game... i'm on the fence about infamous and want to wait for more reviews. Liking some parts of inFamous but then I can see it being so so with repetitive zapping...

[marcopolo85]

Anyone seen Grid anywhere for cheap? damn game is still 59.99 or more everywhere I look.

[Setz]

Anyone seen Grid anywhere for cheap? damn game is still 59.99 or more everywhere I look.

34.99$ used at BBV IIRC. I've seen it for 39.99$ new almost everywhere.

[rahzel]

New Infamous trailer.
http://www.gametrailers.com/player/48514.html

One of the best trailers I've seen in a while. This game wasn't on my radar at all, but I'm definitely considering it now.

[sfu_lifer]

New Infamous trailer.
http://www.gametrailers.com/player/48514.html

One of the best trailers I've seen in a while. This game wasn't on my radar at all, but I'm definitely considering it now.

I dunno. Hopefully they put a demo. I loved Sly Cooper but not digging this for some reason.

[CFRTim]

New Infamous trailer.
http://www.gametrailers.com/player/48514.html

One of the best trailers I've seen in a while. This game wasn't on my radar at all, but I'm definitely considering it now.

Hmm, looks like a graphically updated Crackdown game. I did like Crackdown a lot, but the gameplay was a little repetitive. Would also like to try a demo of InFamous before purchase.

[rahzel]

Yeah, the thing I've always wondered about, was how varied the gameplay will be. The game wasn't on my radar because of this, but this trailer caught my interest. But I'm still gonna wait for reviews and the demo before I buy.
I think the demo is supposed to come out around May 21st.

[thechampion116]

Yeah, the thing I've always wondered about, was how varied the gameplay will be. The game wasn't on my radar because of this, but this trailer caught my interest. But I'm still gonna wait for reviews and the demo before I buy.
I think the demo is supposed to come out around May 21st.

so far the only information is that as you play, you can act as someone good or someone bad and that somehow changes how the game is played. Otherwise Sucker Punch hasn't really provided too much info on this.

[markj]

ill be buying it for sure after i read the metacritic and it rates ok...i was a big crackdown fan and all the stuff ive seen so far it looks like exactly my kinda game...

[CFRTim]

Hmm, looks like a graphically updated Crackdown game. I did like Crackdown a lot, but the gameplay was a little repetitive. Would also like to try a demo of InFamous before purchase.

ill be buying it for sure after i read the metacritic and it rates ok...i was a big crackdown fan and all the stuff ive seen so far it looks like exactly my kinda game...

Hmmm, I'll take that Crackdown "likeness" back, after realizing that you can't use firearms or drive cars in inFamous:mad:
Now I just lost some interest in the game, but I'm still hoping for a demo to redeem itself

[Super strokey]

Hmmm, I'll take that Crackdown "likeness" back, after realizing that you can't use firearms or drive cars in inFamous:mad:
Now I just lost some interest in the game, but I'm still hoping for a demo to redeem itself

No car driving? But isnt the city supposed to be huge? Could make for some long as runs...

[Sheky]

http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/29/first-mag-footage-shown-in-new-trailer/

Looks interesting....aside from the ridiculous tracers.

[Super strokey]

http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/29/first-mag-footage-shown-in-new-trailer/

Looks interesting....aside from the ridiculous tracers.

Wow it looks really good, the maps are going to have to enormous

[markj]

Hmmm, I'll take that Crackdown "likeness" back, after realizing that you can't use firearms or drive cars in inFamous:mad:
Now I just lost some interest in the game, but I'm still hoping for a demo to redeem itself

hmm well not having vehicles isnt a dealbreaker since i didnt use them too much in crackdown and im thinking your super powers are probably just as good as guns from the action in the trailers....any word on the demo?

[Canadianpsycho]

No car driving? But isnt the city supposed to be huge? Could make for some long as runs...

Check the trailers... Your electric powers allow you to "jump" and glide long distances. I was on the fence but I love sandbox games so I'm sure I'll enjoy it.

I've preordered. No mention of the early access to infamous demo or uncharted 2 beta yet but I got some crappy bonus superpower preorder code. Will probably call them and ask every couple days.

[markj]

whats the best place to preorder infamous? 69.00 everywhere?

[drdrma]

whats the best place to preorder infamous? 69.00 everywhere?

Wait for a friends&family or customer appreciation sale from futurshop or bestbuy. Typically -%10.

[thechampion116]

inFAMOUS demo May 21

[awestruck]

Anyone want to set up a gameshare for the Killzone 2 map pack (yes I'm cheap :D) and may be some pixel junk game to make it worthwhile?

[Sheky]

Anyone want to set up a gameshare for the Killzone 2 map pack (yes I'm cheap :D) and may be some pixel junk game to make it worthwhile?

If you add the Valkyria Chronicles DLC then I'm in. Not really in the mood of giving GG more money without a deal as I think KZ2 is turning into a POS.

[Super strokey]

I just saw the US ebgames flyer and its has a pretty sweet deal, 100 off a ps3 if you trade in a PS2 and 3 games, couldnt really read teh fine print but it looked like games had to be worth just 2 bucks or more. Thats it. I hope we get that here.

[Setz]

http://img26.imageshack.us/img26/2445/170404.jpg

I thought the PS3 was regionless? :C

[supremekai]

I thought the PS3 was regionless? :C

only games

Blu-ray/dvd region still apply

[Setz]

only games

Blu-ray/dvd region still apply

It's an NTSC-J PS2 game...

[drdrma]

It's an NTSC-J game...

ps3 or ps2?

[Sheky]

It's an NTSC-J PS2 game...

Sony are assclowns, they still region locked PS2 games. Hope you have a chipped PS2 man.

[Setz]

Sony are assclowns, they still region locked PS2 games. Hope you have a chipped PS2 man.

I won a sealed NTSC-J Siren 2 on eBay for 4$ so I'm a little upset I can't play it, but just owning it for 4$ is kinda sweet. And no chipped PS2, I don't believe in piracy or modding.

[Sheky]

I won a sealed NTSC-J Siren 2 on eBay for 4$ so I'm a little upset I can't play it, but just owning it for 4$ is kinda sweet. And no chipped PS2, I don't believe in piracy or modding.

Damn that's too bad. Your only option is to buy a JPN PS2/3. LOL or maybe flip it for a higher price?

I'm all for buying your games, but region locking is ****ing asinine.

DLC are all region locks too btw in case you don't know. When they say region free, it's just the PS3 game discs. But AFAIK, the publishers have the choice to region lock it but I don't know of any that actually does.

[drdrma]

I won a sealed NTSC-J Siren 2 on eBay for 4$ so I'm a little upset I can't play it, but just owning it for 4$ is kinda sweet. And no chipped PS2, I don't believe in piracy or modding.

afaik, the ps3 is only non-region locked console. I bet that contractually, they must continue region encoding for ps2 games. Anyway, modding to bypass a region check is not piracy.

[sfu_lifer]

afaik, the ps3 is only non-region locked console. I bet that contractually, they must continue region encoding for ps2 games. Anyway, modding to bypass a region check is not piracy.

It is. Wii is region-locked and some 360 games are locked as well (poor PAL users). Shame they still locked PS1 and PS2 games and a BR movie itself is a locked format. Thankfully they arranged the regions better vs DVD.

I am still miffed I can't play my Singstar PAL discs on Singstar Vol1/2 for PS3.

[ATLien69]

Hmmm I havent played in a few weeks, please enlighten me why the game is "turning into a POS"??? What has changed in the last few weeks??? :confused:


If you add the Valkyria Chronicles DLC then I'm in. Not really in the mood of giving GG more money without a deal as I think KZ2 is turning into a POS.

[Sheky]

Hmmm I havent played in a few weeks, please enlighten me why the game is "turning into a POS"??? What has changed in the last few weeks??? :confused:

Nothing changed that's the problem. Only people are all lvled up now so there's a crap load of tacticians so every game mode turns into a cluster**** because of the spawn nades and boost.

Capture and Hold, you try to cap, invulnerable people spawn, you die.
Search and Destroy, invulnerable people spawn, you die.
Assassination, people boost and dump a nade by your hide out, invulnerable people spawn, you die.
Search and Retrieve, people dump spawn nades at the speaker spawn, invulnerable people spawn, you die.

Only mode worth playing in that game is Body Count cuz basically the only way to get objectives done in the other modes is to spam spawn nades, go assault and rocket people. It's getting old real quick. It's becoming that, there's really only one way to play the game if you want to excel at it. And that blows.

[Roconne]

Nothing changed that's the problem. Only people are all lvled up now so there's a crap load of tacticians so every game mode turns into a cluster**** because of the spawn nades and boost.

Capture and Hold, you try to cap, invulnerable people spawn, you die.
Search and Destroy, invulnerable people spawn, you die.
Assassination, people boost and dump a nade by your hide out, invulnerable people spawn, you die.
Search and Retrieve, people dump spawn nades at the speaker spawn, invulnerable people spawn, you die.

Only mode worth playing in that game is Body Count cuz basically the only way to get objectives done in the other modes is to spam spawn nades, go assault and rocket people. It's getting old real quick. It's becoming that, there's really only one way to play the game if you want to excel at it. And that blows.

All of those issues you just mentioned, I gotta say I don't experience any of them lol. Try playing in smaller games, stay away from 32 player servers. 6v6, 8v8, 10v10 are MUCH more fun games to play in and often times do not turn into spawn/death/spawn/death fests. In the smaller matches you will feel like you are actually making a difference in the outcome of the game and your efforts will not feel hopeless (as many 32 player games often turnout).

Oh, and you mention how every game has a "crap load" of tacticians.... How does that even matter? You can only have 2 spawn grenades out at a time... I don't see how having a bunch of tacticians will affect anything.

[Sheky]

All of those issues you just mentioned, I gotta say I don't experience any of them lol. Try playing in smaller games, stay away from 32 player servers. 6v6, 8v8, 10v10 are MUCH more fun games to play in and often times do not turn into spawn/death/spawn/death fests. In the smaller matches you will feel like you are actually making a difference in the outcome of the game and your efforts will not feel hopeless (as many 32 player games often turnout).

Oh, and you mention how every game has a "crap load" of tacticians.... How does that even matter? You can only have 2 spawn grenades out at a time... I don't see how having a bunch of tacticians will affect anything.

I personally don't like small games. I find them boring. I find 32 man servers too be too small as it is coming from BF2. And I think it's a ******** way to get around the problem. The problem is not with room size but rather you're invulnerable when you spawn which leads to all kinds of abuse and stupidity. i.e, nade fest, spawn nade boosting, inability to cap even one one team outplays another team, base raping, etc.

The reason why having multiple tacticians suck is because if one managed to drop a spawn nade on the objective, it'll be a guaranteed that you'll never get them out because if one tactician doesn't drop a nade to keep the fight going, another will. All of which ultimately perpetuates the spawn nade fest. I don't know why they think it's a good idea to give people invulnerability when they spawn. That has no business being in there in a competitive MP game.

[grappos13]

i havent played my kz2 MP in a while... but reading this quickly..

it seems if u like big games then u should know that rockets and boosting is a problem.. and why dont u shoot away the spawn nade.. its on the ground, u can shoot it out of the objective area...

[Setz]

i havent played my kz2 MP in a while... but reading this quickly..

it seems if u like big games then u should know that rockets and boosting is a problem.. and why dont u shoot away the spawn nade.. its on the ground, u can shoot it out of the objective area...

I spent more time playing the campaign and played MP for about 6 hours and haven't since. I haven't logged in since a few days after it came out aha.

[Sheky]

i havent played my kz2 MP in a while... but reading this quickly..

it seems if u like big games then u should know that rockets and boosting is a problem.. and why dont u shoot away the spawn nade.. its on the ground, u can shoot it out of the objective area...

Huh? AFAIK, there's no way to move the spawn nade, not by shooting or not buy nading it. Explain please.

[skeletor]

I won a sealed NTSC-J Siren 2 on eBay for 4$ so I'm a little upset I can't play it, but just owning it for 4$ is kinda sweet. And no chipped PS2, I don't believe in piracy or modding.

if you have a decent PC give PCSX2 a try..

[kleptodathief]

whos pumped bout GOD OF WAR 3? i have it on preorder..hopefully i dont' forget it! :twisted:

[markj]

there is a preorder for infamous at walmart for 58...seems like the best deal so far...its in the hot deals section

[ATLien69]

Oh aight that's prolly why then. I've logged over 24 hours in MP but ONLY body count. Never tried any other modes. I haven't even finished the single player campaign yet!!!
Nothing changed that's the problem. Only people are all lvled up now so there's a crap load of tacticians so every game mode turns into a cluster**** because of the spawn nades and boost.

Capture and Hold, you try to cap, invulnerable people spawn, you die.
Search and Destroy, invulnerable people spawn, you die.
Assassination, people boost and dump a nade by your hide out, invulnerable people spawn, you die.
Search and Retrieve, people dump spawn nades at the speaker spawn, invulnerable people spawn, you die.

Only mode worth playing in that game is Body Count cuz basically the only way to get objectives done in the other modes is to spam spawn nades, go assault and rocket people. It's getting old real quick. It's becoming that, there's really only one way to play the game if you want to excel at it. And that blows.

[grappos13]

Huh? AFAIK, there's no way to move the spawn nade, not by shooting or not buy nading it. Explain please.

if u take out a gun and shoot at the actuall grenade on the ground where the smoke is coming from, u should be able to move it... u can do the same with the air support nades that r thrown...

[Sheky]

if u take out a gun and shoot at the actuall grenade on the ground where the smoke is coming from, u should be able to move it... u can do the same with the air support nades that r thrown...

Doesn't work with spawn nades. :/

Back to BF2 until MAG comes out I guess.

[awestruck]

Can anyone help me?

I'm looking to set up a gameshare in the near future and when everything is all said and done the PSN game will not be able to be downloaded again to another system because of the max 5 downloads. However, just say I upgrade the hard drive... I've read that the "PS3 backup feature" does not backup/transfer PSN games. Therefore, they (PSN games) have to be redownloaded onto the new hard drive... will I be even able to do so? Since the 5 downloads have been used up. Or since I'm still using the same console, I can redownload as many times? A different hard drive does not mean it is not the same console, correct?

Thanks.

[_pOtEnZa_]

is there a date yet for fat princess ? cant wait !

[sfu_lifer]

Can anyone help me?

I'm looking to set up a gameshare in the near future and when everything is all said and done the PSN game will not be able to be downloaded again to another system because of the max 5 downloads. However, just say I upgrade the hard drive... I've read that the "PS3 backup feature" does not backup/transfer PSN games. Therefore, they (PSN games) have to be redownloaded onto the new hard drive... will I be even able to do so? Since the 5 downloads have been used up. Or since I'm still using the same console, I can redownload as many times? A different hard drive does not mean it is not the same console, correct?

Thanks.
It's based on the serial number of your console, not the hard drive. However there is a way to deactivate your console prior to your upgrade. If you want to go that route, it may be safer. Look for it in your account settings.

[Setz]

Let's say I have some 8 gameshare groups on my PS3. I wanna change the HD to a 250+gb one. How can I backup the games WITHOUT getting in touch with the people who organized them? I've lost contact with about four of the groups so I cannot redownload it.

My Demon's Souls arrived yesterday. It is a brutal yet satisfying game. I highly suggest it to anyone who likes RPGs (either w or j), adventure, or just really tough games. I've died more times in the first level than all of Ninja Gaiden (Xbox). The pricetag is a bit steep (paid 89.99$US + 20$US shipping), but it was worth it. 8 hours in and on the third level (there's like 20).

[XxXSnake23XxX]

Let's say I have some 8 gameshare groups on my PS3. I wanna change the HD to a 250+gb one. How can I backup the games WITHOUT getting in touch with the people who organized them? I've lost contact with about four of the groups so I cannot redownload it.

My Demon's Souls arrived yesterday. It is a brutal yet satisfying game. I highly suggest it to anyone who likes RPGs (either w or j), adventure, or just really tough games. I've died more times in the first level than all of Ninja Gaiden (Xbox). The pricetag is a bit steep (paid 89.99$US + 20$US shipping), but it was worth it. 8 hours in and on the third level (there's like 20).

ive done this already,
if you have ab external harddrive you can back up your ps3, which saves the games, gameshares and account names and passes, gamesaves and virtually everything on the ps3. Install the new HDD and revert everything from the external onto the ps3.

[Setz]

ive done this already,
if you have ab external harddrive you can back up your ps3, which saves the games, gameshares and account names and passes, gamesaves and virtually everything on the ps3. Install the new HDD and revert everything from the external onto the ps3.

So you need three harddrives?? :confused:

I have the one in the PS3, and one out of the PS3. Do I need an external HD (third HD) to transfer?

[XxXSnake23XxX]

So you need three harddrives?? :confused:

I have the one in the PS3, and one out of the PS3. Do I need an external HD (third HD) to transfer?

you need
1. old hdd (in ps3)
2. new hdd
3. some sort of storage medium (flash memory or HDD) and has to be FAT32

if you delete all the "unneeded stuff" on the ps3 that you can re install like game installs, you should be able to find a flash memory card large enough to support your transfer

[Sheky]

My Demon's Souls arrived yesterday. It is a brutal yet satisfying game. I highly suggest it to anyone who likes RPGs (either w or j), adventure, or just really tough games. I've died more times in the first level than all of Ninja Gaiden (Xbox). The pricetag is a bit steep (paid 89.99$US + 20$US shipping), but it was worth it. 8 hours in and on the third level (there's like 20).

Did you Ebay? It's backordered everywhere I looked.

How are the controls and the toon customization?

[Setz]

Did you Ebay? It's backordered everywhere I looked.

How are the controls and the toon customization?

Yeah, I eBayed.

Toon? I dunno where you grew up, but we say guy. :lol: You can customize your guy fairly well in the beginning (hair, head shape, jaw shape, eyes, hair, etc etc), and there's a slider for gender (it's not male or female, it's a continuum). As for armor and stuff I'm about 10 hours in and found three pieces of armor and no shops that sell them. And I picked thief, which apparently has the best drops for some reason.

Controls are meh. R1 to soft hit, R2 to hard hit, L2 to parry, L1 to block. What's neat is by pressing triangle you can hold your one handed weapon in both hands, giving it about 150% more strength. I've been playing since the start without a shield so it comes in handy. Dodging is with circle (I think for only thief). No customization.

Something that's neat yet frustrating: when you die, you lose all your souls (both EXP and money), but your soul is left behind where you died. You can return to where you died and pick it up and be back as you were, but if you die on the way it is lost forever. Some enemies drop as little as 3 souls and as high as 200 souls, and I stacked up about 20,000 in one of the levels I haven't explored yet. I died and then died again and lost it all.

[Sheky]

Yeah, I eBayed.

Toon? I dunno where you grew up, but we say guy. :lol: You can customize your guy fairly well in the beginning (hair, head shape, jaw shape, eyes, hair, etc etc), and there's a slider for gender (it's not male or female, it's a continuum). As for armor and stuff I'm about 10 hours in and found three pieces of armor and no shops that sell them. And I picked thief, which apparently has the best drops for some reason.

Controls are meh. R1 to soft hit, R2 to hard hit, L2 to parry, L1 to block. What's neat is by pressing triangle you can hold your one handed weapon in both hands, giving it about 150% more strength. I've been playing since the start without a shield so it comes in handy. Dodging is with circle (I think for only thief). No customization.

Something that's neat yet frustrating: when you die, you lose all your souls (both EXP and money), but your soul is left behind where you died. You can return to where you died and pick it up and be back as you were, but if you die on the way it is lost forever. Some enemies drop as little as 3 souls and as high as 200 souls, and I stacked up about 20,000 in one of the levels I haven't explored yet. I died and then died again and lost it all.

LOL, you nub. http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=toon

The game sounds bad ass. Can you equip anything you want? Say claymore on a mage? Or is it class specific?

[Setz]

LOL, you nub. http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=toon

The game sounds bad ass. Can you equip anything you want? Say claymore on a mage? Or is it class specific?

Dependent on stats, but yes. A starting mage can use a claymore, but they'll deal 1-2 damage with it because the game says "You can't wield it properly", but if you boost your strength a bit, you become more proficient with it. Mage starts with 8 or 9 strength (I don't remember) but you need like 15 to use a claymore. You can boost strength by leveling up.

I'm a level 26 thief and I'm using full knight armor and a broadsword (albeit in both hands) and my strength is like 14. I still can't use a claymore. At the beginning of the game you can only use your class weapons proficiently (mage = staff, club, thief = dagger, shortsword, etc), but as you level up and buy stats you can use anything. Near endgame your class is worthless because anyone can use anything (even spells).

PS: I have no idea how the level up system works. You go to this woman and exchange souls for stat boosts (so like 800 souls to get a permanent +1 strength), and whenever you buy a stat it counts as 1 level up. But I've only used her like 8 or 9 times and level 26... :confused: The manual is in Chinese so I cannot figure it out.

[Sheky]

Dependent on stats, but yes. A starting mage can use a claymore, but they'll deal 1-2 damage with it because the game says "You can't wield it properly", but if you boost your strength a bit, you become more proficient with it. Mage starts with 8 or 9 strength (I don't remember) but you need like 15 to use a claymore. You can boost strength by leveling up.

I'm a level 26 thief and I'm using full knight armor and a broadsword (albeit in both hands) and my strength is like 14. I still can't use a claymore. At the beginning of the game you can only use your class weapons proficiently (mage = staff, club, thief = dagger, shortsword, etc), but as you level up and buy stats you can use anything. Near endgame your class is worthless because anyone can use anything (even spells).

PS: I have no idea how the level up system works. You go to this woman and exchange souls for stat boosts (so like 800 souls to get a permanent +1 strength), and whenever you buy a stat it counts as 1 level up. But I've only used her like 8 or 9 times and level 26... :confused: The manual is in Chinese so I cannot figure it out.

Wow, sold. Getting this.

BTW, you should google for that DS Wiki. I've been avoiding it in case of spoilers but I'm pretty sure they'd have a run down of the lvling system there.

[Setz]

Wow, sold. Getting this.

BTW, you should google for that DS Wiki. I've been avoiding it in case of spoilers but I'm pretty sure they'd have a run down of the lvling system there.

Well, actually I was incorrectly. While it's theoretically possible to use anything at endgame, it'll be very difficult to get. To buy your first stat is about 800 souls, then its 900 souls, then its 1200, etc etc. At level 30 now it costs 6200 souls to buy a stat. For comparison, a boss enemy gives 6000-7000 souls where a normal enemy is max 500 but usually 3-20. You've gotta go through new game+ a crapload of times to be really good.

I'm sure eventually a mage can be very proficient in swords but you'll need A LOT of stats. When you reach the last level (720, you need 300,000,000,000,000 souls I think) I'm sure everyone will be the same. No one has got that high yet, but I imagine they are proficient in everything.

So class isn't really useless when you beat the game. A mage will still be great at magic at level 80-100 (typical endgame), they'll just be a lot better at using weapons; same for a level 80-100 knight, they'll be great at melee but will be good at magic too. Stats have no limit (I've got 22 vitality right now) so it's pretty hard to be the same as everyone else.

Case in point: there's a "museum" at the top of the city area showcasing the top players. I can see people with insane records (99999999 souls, 99 vitality, etc) but they're all pretty varied. The top player is a mage and then a knight and then a thief, so I imagine no class is better than another.

[dell]

New MAG trailer

http://us.playstation.com/mag/?EMC-HWSWNo&ATTR=PSU_MagTrailer_P001_PS3_A7O_001_MAG_H

[thechampion116]

Ghostbusters is SONY TIMED EXCLUSIVE.

Sony has bought timed release for this game to coincide with the movies, which Sony owns.

Its understood at this point that its possibly a timed exclusive but it could be full on exclusive which I doubt. This is surprising considering the game is practically only a month away from release.

ahhh.......reading further into the articles posted say its EUR only and not NA or Japan.

[CFRTim]

Ghostbusters is SONY TIMED EXCLUSIVE.

Sony has bought timed release for this game to coincide with the movies, which Sony owns.

Its understood at this point that its possibly a timed exclusive but it could be full on exclusive which I doubt. This is surprising considering the game is practically only a month away from release.

ahhh.......reading further into the articles posted say its EUR only and not NA or Japan.

Sony should try and get exclusives for better games than this:lol:
BTW, Sony is also the game publisher for the Playstation version, and Atari for the other platforms:confused:

[deezz]

Ghostbusters is SONY TIMED EXCLUSIVE.

Sony has bought timed release for this game to coincide with the movies, which Sony owns.

...

of all the timed exclusives. How lame is that. If they did it for Bioshock 2, now that would be hilarious lol

[thechampion116]

of all the timed exclusives. How lame is that. If they did it for Bioshock 2, now that would be hilarious lol

Sony should try and get exclusives for better games than this:lol:
BTW, Sony is also the game publisher for the Playstation version, and Atari for the other platforms:confused:

Its only for Europe guys. If you want to get it for Wii and 360 your still good.

Sony will publish the games in Europe. Sony probably tried to get publishing rights worldwide to coincide with the release of Ghostbusters Movies on blu-ray and its the anniversary. Its a move that should bolster the gaming division a little and probably help sell the bluray version of the movie to fans at the same time.

Yes, buying an exclusive like BioShock 2 is nice but this one will have more impact for them. Ghostbusters is a huge movie (well, I love them) and with a Blu-ray release they are hoping people that pick up the movie might: A) buy the PS3 game B) buy the game and a console as well. Buying a game is nice but getting the movie at the same time means more money for Sony.

[Unicron]

someone playing infamous demo on Justin.tv

http://www.justin.tv/esegk

[markj]

someone playing infamous demo on Justin.tv

http://www.justin.tv/esegk

ive got the demo and its a pretty cool game...the controls are pretty forgiving so you can easily pull off really cool attacks/etc...

my only small complaint would be they use cartoons instead of CG animation to tell the story (like newer guitar hero)...the cartoons are well done but it kind of takes me out of the 3d sandbox world...

[Calmuser]

anyone else finding it annoying at the insane amount of game updates lately?

I only have limited bandwidth, but it seems every darn single game I try, wants to download a 30mb+ update every single time I want to play it!!!

[CFRTim]

anyone else finding it annoying at the insane amount of game updates lately?

I only have limited bandwidth, but it seems every darn single game I try, wants to download a 30mb+ update every single time I want to play it!!!

Game updates on the PS3 are crazy, when it comes down to the file size.

[marcopolo85]

man im playing the infamous demo and wow its pretty crazy, just might have to buy this game now.

[sfu_lifer]

Game updates on the PS3 are crazy, when it comes down to the file size.

Don't get me started on the filesizes of their system udpates. Esp when the PS3 was just starting out and they were out pretty frequently. You'd think they'd have learned from MS on how they've done their 360 updates.
It's all because of how barebones the PS3 software architectue was from the get-go that they have to package a ton of stuff onto the updates even today.

[ruckus245]

The game updates are ridiculous. What happened to shipping a game when it was finished? Wasn't that supposed to be one of the selling points of console games over PC's?

[Setz]

Don't get me started on the filesizes of their system udpates. Esp when the PS3 was just starting out and they were out pretty frequently. You'd think they'd have learned from MS on how they've done their 360 updates.
It's all because of how barebones the PS3 software architectue was from the get-go that they have to package a ton of stuff onto the updates even today.

Word. Even games I've never played before take no longer than 10 seconds to update for 360.

[CFRTim]

Word. Even games I've never played before take no longer than 10 seconds to update for 360.

+1
This has to be the first "positive" thing you had to say about the 360. Also, did you notice how on the 360 when you finish a download, you can play it right the way, no need to install it

[Super strokey]

+1
This has to be the first "positive" thing you had to say about the 360. Also, did you notice how on the 360 when you finish a download, you can play it right the way, no need to install it

Honestly i hate this part of the updates, i dont understand it at all. Oh wells its not a big deal but just odd.

[CFRTim]

Honestly i hate this part of the updates, i dont understand it at all. Oh wells its not a big deal but just odd.

I think sfu_lifer is right as to why this happens on the PS3
I got very annoyed with it when I first played GT5P. I put the disc in, ask me to install, then after tells me to update and re-install, making the first install a useless waste of time. Took me something like 30-45 min to play the ****ing game, killing all the initial excitement.

[Setz]

+1
This has to be the first "positive" thing you had to say about the 360. Also, did you notice how on the 360 when you finish a download, you can play it right the way, no need to install it

I seldom mind waiting a little bit to update. Although I do get annoyed by Burnout Paradise updates. Going from 1.00 to 2.40 or whatever they're on now takes 1-2 hours for a 200mb~ file, AND THEN another 40 to install.

[Canadianpsycho]

Is the Infamous demo out?

Burn Zombie Burn is so much fun. Too bad the gold medal scores take way too long to play for. I also wish you could unlock maps in co-op.

[drdrma]

In my inbox this aft.
"Here is your UNCHARTED 2: Among Thieves Multiplayer Beta voucher"

[Sheky]

In my inbox this aft.
"Here is your UNCHARTED 2: Among Thieves Multiplayer Beta voucher"

You need to fix this post, you forgot to post the rest of the email.

[CFRTim]

Rumor: The Lost and Damned heading to PS3 in August (http://www.vg247.com/2009/05/09/rumor-the-lost-and-damned-heading-to-ps3-in-august/)

PSW Magazine has stated in its latest issue that The Lost and Damned DLC for GTA IV will land on PS3 in August.
The article said that Microsoft only had a 6 month exclusivity deal for the content, which is where PSW came up with an August release window.
Take this as a rumor until official word comes out of Rockstar

[markj]

In my inbox this aft.
"Here is your UNCHARTED 2: Among Thieves Multiplayer Beta voucher"

you a qore subscriber?

[CFRTim]

How good is the game Haze on the PS3, compared to something like Resistance? I see it on sale for $20.

[Setz]

How good is the game Haze on the PS3, compared to something like Resistance? I see it on sale for $20.

It's comparable to something like Timesplitters but with a more serious attitude and garbage gameplay. Pretty fun if you can get into co-op, but singleplayer + multiplayer is shite. Avoid at all costs.

Might be worth it if it's <=5$. On Boxing Day it was 4.99$ used at EBG.

[CFRTim]

It's comparable to something like Timesplitters but with a more serious attitude and garbage gameplay. Pretty fun if you can get into co-op, but singleplayer + multiplayer is shite. Avoid at all costs.

Might be worth it if it's <=5$. On Boxing Day it was 4.99$ used at EBG.

Ouch, sounds awful. Thanks for the heads up

[shannn]

Rumor: The Lost and Damned heading to PS3 in August (http://www.vg247.com/2009/05/09/rumor-the-lost-and-damned-heading-to-ps3-in-august/)

PSW Magazine has stated in its latest issue that The Lost and Damned DLC for GTA IV will land on PS3 in August.
The article said that Microsoft only had a 6 month exclusivity deal for the content, which is where PSW came up with an August release window.
Take this as a rumor until official word comes out of Rockstar

If this is true, I guess we can assume DLC #2 will also follow the same route.

But wow, $50M for timed exclusive DLC?

[CFRTim]

If this is true, I guess we can assume DLC #2 will also follow the same route.

But wow, $50M for timed exclusive DLC?

I think there is a "catch" to that 50mil. It was a conditional deal

[thechampion116]

If this is true, I guess we can assume DLC #2 will also follow the same route.

But wow, $50M for timed exclusive DLC?

50 million was probably for all future GTAIV DLC. At most they release one more extra pack because they are probably already at work on GTAV.

If the DLC is reasonably priced, I might buy it but at this point, GTAIV got really boring quick.

[sg2386]

inFamous got a 9.2 from IGN, here is the review

http://ps3.ign.com/articles/981/981734p1.html

this game looks awesome! and definitely picking it up on release date.

[marcopolo85]

inFamous got a 9.2 from IGN, here is the review

http://ps3.ign.com/articles/981/981734p1.html

this game looks awesome! and definitely picking it up on release date.

cool I will be picking this up, not day 1 tho.

[redrage]

Logitech Harmony Adapter for PS3 is now out for $60 (USD I'm guessing). Price is kinda steep but at least I won't have to use my controller anymore when I'm watching movies.

http://blog.logitech.com/2009/05/12/logitech-harmony-adapter-for-playstation-3-now-available/

[CFRTim]

$60usd. Ouch. I got the PS3 BR remote for like $13 at TrU

[bahasad]

I was pumped for inFamous like a month ago, then it died down. Now it is a must buy for me :cheesygri

[Evil Baby]

Logitech Harmony Adapter for PS3 is now out for $60 (USD I'm guessing). Price is kinda steep but at least I won't have to use my controller anymore when I'm watching movies.

http://blog.logitech.com/2009/05/12/logitech-harmony-adapter-for-playstation-3-now-available/

That makes me sad. I haven't looked at other alternatives yet as I haven't even opened the PS3, but I'll have to find something cheaper. The PS3 remote doesn't look bad but I'd much rather use my logitech remote.

[spawn582]

That makes me sad. I haven't looked at other alternatives yet as I haven't even opened the PS3, but I'll have to find something cheaper. The PS3 remote doesn't look bad but I'd much rather use my logitech remote.

same here especially since the ps3 one is not backlit and i prefer just one remote. however, not at that $60us price. i'll wait since i got the ps3 one from tru cheap too.

[CFRTim]

New firmware 2.76 is out. It will improve "the playback quality of some PS3 format software". :confused:

[XxXSnake23XxX]

New firmware 2.76 is out. It will improve "the playback quality of some PS3 format software". :confused:

is that all...

edit: checked the blog.. wat a worthless piece of ****

[shannn]

GT 5 gets weather changes, night racing and damage rendering (http://www.autoblog.com/2009/05/13/report-gran-turismo-5-to-get-weather-changes-night-racing-an/)

Car maker Audi has uploaded a video of it interviewing the creator of GT 5. And in the video, it is revealed that the game will offer more vehicles, more online features, increase detail as well as night racing, damage rendering and weather changes.

[CFRTim]

is that all...

edit: checked the blog.. wat a worthless piece of ****

"Lost connection to the server":confused:
Ahhh, the great wonders of PS fw updates; I hope is worth it, since it crapped out on me twice.

[thechampion116]

"Lost connection to the server":confused:
Ahhh, the great wonders of PS fw updates; I hope is worth it, since it crapped out on me twice.

why are you downloading at that time? whenever an update releases, practically everyone that owns a PS3 tries to download it basically all at the same time. All you got to do is wait a bit and download it off the internet and use a HDD to transfer to your PS3. Its the sure-fire method to updating.

[maebach]

why are you downloading at that time? whenever an update releases, practically everyone that owns a PS3 tries to download it basically all at the same time. All you got to do is wait a bit and download it off the internet and use a HDD to transfer to your PS3. Its the sure-fire method to updating.

+1 thats what I do 99%of the time

[RogerSingh]

Update works awesome for me!

It now plays every divx/xvid file I throw it at it!

Who else knows what it might include, but I am very happy with the FW update.

[Unicron]

found this on Neogaf

http://i53.photobucket.com/albums/g74/mhwchung/IMG_0218.jpg

[Evil Baby]

I want to pre-order FFXIII for the girlfriend. anybody have any ideas if certain stores will be giving out freebies for pre-orders?

[CFRTim]

why are you downloading at that time? whenever an update releases, practically everyone that owns a PS3 tries to download it basically all at the same time. All you got to do is wait a bit and download it off the internet and use a HDD to transfer to your PS3. Its the sure-fire method to updating.

What's the point of having internet connection on your console:confused:
And it was 1:30AM on a thursday morning

[Ninjai]

Just to let people know.. if you have a us psn account sony has partnered up with sprint and are offering rag doll kung fu for free this week! Just go into the psn store and click on the sprint advertisement to get the game free.

[shannn]

I want to pre-order FFXIII for the girlfriend. anybody have any ideas if certain stores will be giving out freebies for pre-orders?

You'll probably have to wait closer til the release, or at least until they announce a release date. It won't come out this year in NA

[Canadianpsycho]

Update works awesome for me!

It now plays every divx/xvid file I throw it at it!

Who else knows what it might include, but I am very happy with the FW update.

anyone try .mkv support yet.

[Bskll]

found this on Neogaf

http://i53.photobucket.com/albums/g74/mhwchung/IMG_0218.jpg

it would be hilarious if the Taiwanese Sony division hired guys for the chats.

[Setz]

Any way to clean the PS3? Warranty is up so I can open it, but it doesn't use a screwdriver I can find in any department hardware store. I haven't cleaned it since I got it about 18 months ago and I can see the dust build-up inside already.

I've got an air pressure blower, but wouldn't that just make it worse?

[preelude]

Any way to clean the PS3? Warranty is up so I can open it, but it doesn't use a screwdriver I can find in any department hardware store. I haven't cleaned it since I got it about 18 months ago and I can see the dust build-up inside already.

I've got an air pressure blower, but wouldn't that just make it worse?

try doing a "fan test" on it, google....

[Evil Baby]

You'll probably have to wait closer til the release, or at least until they announce a release date. It won't come out this year in NA

blarg. What the best rpg for the PS3 out now?
Also what's the best game that would be similar play to Animal farm?

Any way to clean the PS3? Warranty is up so I can open it, but it doesn't use a screwdriver I can find in any department hardware store. I haven't cleaned it since I got it about 18 months ago and I can see the dust build-up inside already.

I've got an air pressure blower, but wouldn't that just make it worse?

if it's anything like the 360 then it uses security torque screws. I haven't seen those for sale but i'm sure you can find them online. I just use a really small flat head screwdriver. It allows me to open the 360.

However first I'd try compressed air can and hope you blow the dust out the fan holes.

[BeerBro]

try doing a "fan test" on it, google....

while you're googling the "fan test", you'll then realise its not recommend to perform this procedure as it will stress out your hardware and cause overheating problems.

[hainer36]

while you're googling the "fan test", you'll then realise its not recommend to perform this procedure as it will stress out your hardware and cause overheating problems.

so running the fan to blow out the dust buildup is bad. it is as if you were playing a game and using the PS3 the way it was meant to be used? thats gotta be bad for it.

[thechampion116]

so running the fan to blow out the dust buildup is bad. it is as if you were playing a game and using the PS3 the way it was meant to be used? thats gotta be bad for it.

no no.

there are multiple fan settings. the fan test puts everything to the max which even I don't recommend you do.

[mark_in_2k]

Just use a vacuum cleaner to suck out the dust. No risk to the PS3 then.

Oh, and go and check out Gametrailers. They have a little ~1 min clip from Uncharted 2.

[vpower]

My 80GB PS3 cant read blu ray movies or PS3 Games anymore. :mad:

I still can play regular DVD. And it's been more than a year.

Any suggestions? :|

[rahzel]

I've never cleaned my launch 20GB PS3 and it's still working. It's not any louder either.

[thechampion116]

My 80GB PS3 cant read blu ray movies or PS3 Games anymore. :mad:

I still can play regular DVD. And it's been more than a year.

Any suggestions? :|

you basically have 4 options:

1. Fix the lens yourself. There are videos and guides that will help you with that on the internet. This is probably the cheapest but most dangerous option if your not confident with yourself.

2. Find someone to fix the lens for you. I have yet to see many modders doing this but there has to be someone that does.

3. Pay Sony the $160 to get it fixed.

4. Wait 3 weeks for E3 and see if Sony drops the price or comes out with the slim PS3. If that occurs, it may just be better to pick that up rather than going through all the trouble (this is the most expensive option).

[vpower]

Humm... does the PS3 use a differents lens for reading standard DVD and BD?

I know on the 360, you can adjust the laser power.

Thanks

you basically have 4 options:

1. Fix the lens yourself. There are videos and guides that will help you with that on the internet. This is probably the cheapest but most dangerous option if your not confident with yourself.

2. Find someone to fix the lens for you. I have yet to see many modders doing this but there has to be someone that does.

3. Pay Sony the $160 to get it fixed.

4. Wait 3 weeks for E3 and see if Sony drops the price or comes out with the slim PS3. If that occurs, it may just be better to pick that up rather than going through all the trouble (this is the most expensive option).

[shannn]

blarg. What the best rpg for the PS3 out now?
Also what's the best game that would be similar play to Animal farm?

Best RPG is Valkyria Chronicles (but it is an SRPG)

Umm, about animal farm, I think handhelds are best for those types of games...but not too sure if there are any for the PS3

[Evil Baby]

Best RPG is Valkyria Chronicles (but it is an SRPG)

Umm, about animal farm, I think handhelds are best for those types of games...but not too sure if there are any for the PS3


I'm not an RPG fan really so would games like FF fall into the SRPG or is there SRPG, RPG, ARPG?

I was just about to hit EB and check to see if I could find a copy of Valkyria

[Sheky]

I'm not an RPG fan really so would games like FF fall into the SRPG or is there SRPG, RPG, ARPG?

I was just about to hit EB and check to see if I could find a copy of Valkyria

Old skool FFs are RPGs. None of the FFs ARPGs...yet but XIII is creeping towards that direction.

Valkyria is SRPG but instead of moving on a traditional grid, you can move in any direction.

[shannn]

I'm not an RPG fan really so would games like FF fall into the SRPG or is there SRPG, RPG, ARPG?

I was just about to hit EB and check to see if I could find a copy of Valkyria

I think Valkyria may be 69.99 at EB, but I'm not too sure. Try amazon, it might be a few bucks cheaper

Valkyria is SRPG but instead of moving on a traditional grid, you can move in any direction.

+1
Valkyria is an SRPG where you can move any direction and you have to aim and shoot, and your shots that are made are based on probabilities

Check out some reviews on youtube by IGN, gametrailers etc... see if you/your gf would like them.

I personally loved the game, it was my GOTY of 2008 (but I only played like 3 or 4 games in 2008 lol)

[jsecool]

Hi,

Please no one yell at me for not reading through the almost 600 page thread. My friend wants to get a PS3 (mainly for Blu Ray, but I guarantee they'll start buying games too). Anyway, I know NOTHING about PS3. I would just like to know who has the best deal out now and if anyone thinks the prices will drop soon?

Thanks!

[maebach]

http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/showthread.php?t=738723&highlight=ps3+deal

[Beradon]

Hi,

Please no one yell at me for not reading through the almost 600 page thread. My friend wants to get a PS3 (mainly for Blu Ray, but I guarantee they'll start buying games too). Anyway, I know NOTHING about PS3. I would just like to know who has the best deal out now and if anyone thinks the prices will drop soon?

Thanks!There's a price cut coming and none too soon. $100 off and will be announced at the next E3. The PS3 sales were even lower than the older PS2 in April.

Sony has been embarrassed again and their idiot execs are solely to blame for this. Who would have thought Sony's past blunders brought them to their current predicament? Oh yeah, me and a few others... and we're not even running Sony! :lol:

http://videogames.yahoo.com/events/plugged-in/ps3-bested-by-older-brother/1315218

[bembol]

Hi,

Please no one yell at me for not reading through the almost 600 page thread. My friend wants to get a PS3 (mainly for Blu Ray, but I guarantee they'll start buying games too). Anyway, I know NOTHING about PS3. I would just like to know who has the best deal out now and if anyone thinks the prices will drop soon?

Thanks!


http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/showthread.php?t=739898


It's pointed out that it will depend on your Location for ISPU.

[thechampion116]

There's a price cut coming and none too soon. $100 off and will be announced at the next E3. The PS3 sales were even lower than the older PS2 in April.

Sony has been embarrassed again and their idiot execs are solely to blame for this. Who would have thought Sony's past blunders brought them to their current predicament? Oh yeah, me and a few others... and we're not even running Sony! :lol:

http://videogames.yahoo.com/events/plugged-in/ps3-bested-by-older-brother/1315218

completely unrelated to his question for the most part. looks like someone has an issue with Sony.

Hi,

Please no one yell at me for not reading through the almost 600 page thread. My friend wants to get a PS3 (mainly for Blu Ray, but I guarantee they'll start buying games too). Anyway, I know NOTHING about PS3. I would just like to know who has the best deal out now and if anyone thinks the prices will drop soon?

Thanks!

Price cut is NOT CONFIRMED as this guy is so adamently claiming. I'm not saying its not coming but don't get your hopes up. PS3 sales have nothing to do with Sony cutting prices as they are more concerned with reducing costs in producing the machine. Latest rumors and info seem to show that Sony may be only losing 10% per PS3 so a price drop is possible but Sony might want to be on the otherside before dropping a price.

Also pictures of a PS3 Slim have appeared on the net and people are removing them because they are supposedly getting letters from lawyers so if that is even remotely true then a slim version is possible which will directly tie into a price drop.

Currently used or the BST will be the best place for your friend. I don't know much about deals for the PS3, but whatever was posted with a link beforehand should be fine.

E3 is about 3 weeks away. I would honestly tell your friend to wait until E3(June 2 -5) and see what happens. He can wait that long, right???

[Haz]

Also pictures of a PS3 Slim have appeared on the net and people are removing them because they are supposedly getting letters from lawyers so if that is even remotely true then a slim version is possible which will directly tie into a price drop.Here are the pics: (http://img40.imageshack.us/gal.php?g=ps3slimconceptr.jpg)

http://img40.imageshack.us/img40/6819/ps3slimconceptr.th.jpg (http://img40.imageshack.us/my.php?image=ps3slimconceptr.jpg)

http://img35.imageshack.us/img35/8984/ps3leakbox1.th.jpg (http://img35.imageshack.us/my.php?image=ps3leakbox1.jpg)

http://img200.imageshack.us/img200/4602/ps3slim2.th.jpg (http://img200.imageshack.us/my.php?image=ps3slim2.jpg)

http://img43.imageshack.us/img43/5893/ps3slim3.th.jpg (http://img43.imageshack.us/my.php?image=ps3slim3.jpg)

http://img190.imageshack.us/img190/5148/ps3slim4.th.jpg (http://img190.imageshack.us/my.php?image=ps3slim4.jpg)

[elty]

Basic math:

PS3 used to cost more in Canada than US ($659 vs $599, something like that), when Canadian dollar is weaker than US $. After CAD reached par with USD, Sony Canada drop the price to match US price.

Now CAD is worth less than USD yet again, but Sony Canada didn't increase the price yet. However, instead of raising the price now, they may choose to not pass along the full $100 USD rumored price cut instead.

Let's see:

$299 USD
@0.8 = $375
@0.825 = $362
@0.85 = $352
@0.875 = $342
@9 = $333
@1 = $299

CAD has been hoovering around 0.84-0.87 lately. This makes the $349 price point more likely. If I remember correctly, after a price cut there is usually fewer promotion (bundling free games and such) available. However, you can buy a PS3 with 2 free games for $349 now, so why bother waiting? Even if they pass along the price cut to $299, you are only paying $50 more for 2 free games that can trade in for, well $50.

Not to mention, in some unlikely event that PS3 cost $299 AND it comes with other bonus (like 3 free games) or a new model is introduced with new features, you can still refund the PS3 from FutureShop that you purchased today. In summary, there is not much point to wait.

[CFRTim]

Trying to get the infamous demo, but instead I get:
An error has ocured during the download operaton (some random numbers)
WTF:confused: does anyone else have problems getting the demo>:(

edit:
finally started

[maebach]

Trying to get the infamous demo, but instead I get:

WTF:confused: does anyone else have problems getting the demo>:(

edit:
finally started

any good?

[CFRTim]

any good?

Quick thoughts on infamous

I like the graphics (also good frame rate), controls and the general idea of the gameplay.
Didn't like the "graphic novel" story telling between gameplays, draw distance of the city seems weak (also some expected pop-ins), strangely spawning enemies, awkward moving population within the city borders. Also, the inability to drive or use weapons is a bit of a let down.

Since you can leap from building to building and move heavy objects (like cars), a comparison to Crackdown is inevitable. Overall I like the game, but will wait for a price drop.

[bahasad]

My thoughts:
- I like the story and the graphic novels :cheesygri
- Game play feels repetitive after a while. I can see that using his powers might get boring after a short amount of time as so far he just has zap, grenade, push away, and storm.
- I like the sandbox style of the game, and how the city it is basically open.
- Jumping from buildings to buildings is sick
- Fighting is pretty cool. Enemies are pretty good, so I like that.
- Graphics are good, not superb, but a cut above the standard PS3 fare.

Just based on the demo, I would give it a solid 8.2/10. I am debating whether I should buy this, because I like the story and I think Cole is pretty cool. It is a bit below expectations, but it is still good.

Hopefully Prototype will be a bit better, although I expected other way around.

[Sheky]

Quick thoughts on infamous

I like the graphics (also good frame rate), controls and the general idea of the gameplay.
Didn't like the "graphic novel" story telling between gameplays, draw distance of the city seems weak (also some expected pop-ins), strangely spawning enemies, awkward moving population within the city borders. Also, the inability to drive or use weapons is a bit of a let down.

Since you can leap from building to building and move heavy objects (like cars), a comparison to Crackdown is inevitable. Overall I like the game, but will wait for a price drop.


Don't forget the crap AI. Stand in front of a car, zap it, the driver sits there and doesn't run. Even GTA on PS2 had better AI reaction than this.

Lack of throwing weapons is ******** too. Can't charge an object with electricity and throw it? That's the first thing I'd think of to do. Definitely not day 1 material. Feels like GTA mixed with Force Unleashed but lacking the charm or the depth of either.

[Kyle_87]

Lack of throwing weapons is ******** too. Can't charge an object with electricity and throw it? That's the first thing I'd think of to do.

Iuno but if I could shoot electricity straight out of my hands and throw balls of em.. whats the point of charging objects and throwing it lol. Seems kinda redundant. The balls of electricity pretty much make things explode from what i've seen from the trailers

[thechampion116]

Iuno but if I could shoot electricity straight out of my hands and throw balls of em.. whats the point of charging objects and throwing it lol. Seems kinda redundant. The balls of electricity pretty much make things explode from what i've seen from the trailers

never thought of it that way but its so true. very redundant indeed.

[Sheky]

Iuno but if I could shoot electricity straight out of my hands and throw balls of em.. whats the point of charging objects and throwing it lol. Seems kinda redundant. The balls of electricity pretty much make things explode from what i've seen from the trailers

Balls of electricity act like nades. They arc.

When you throw an object it goes straight.

In shooter terms, the former is a grenade, the latter is the rocket launcher. Definitely not redundant.

[Kyle_87]

Well everything has an arc when u throw it.. its called gravity? :P Anyways it seems like its pretty easy to target with the the grenades though. It will land where u aim.. might take an arc to get there but it'll land in that spot. again: this is from what I've seen from trailers. Plus I like arcing weapons better than straight shooting..(a bit harder and more satisfying) I play demoman over soldier any day in tf2 :P

[Sheky]

Well everything has an arc when u throw it.. its called gravity? :P Anyways it seems like its pretty easy to target with the the grenades though. It will land where u aim.. might take an arc to get there but it'll land in that spot. again: this is from what I've seen from trailers. Plus I like arcing weapons better than straight shooting..(a bit harder and more satisfying) I play demoman over soldier any day in tf2 :P

Yeah, everything eventually arcs, even bullets, when the distance is long enough. It's just called bullet drop. Still doesn't change the fact that it's lame that you have to throw everything with an arc and don't have a real option to throw things straight.

I don't find aiming the nade to be easy at all. It glides and doesn't have the full effect of gravity on it. It's like trying to throw a cotton ball stuffed with feathers. And you can't cook it either. I found it annoy to nade people on roof tops when I would've prefered a rocket approach and just use splash dmg.

[CFRTim]

yeah, everything eventually arcs, even bullets, when the distance is long enough. It's just called bullet drop. Still doesn't change the fact that it's lame that you have to throw everything with an arc and don't have a real option to throw things straight.

I don't find aiming the nade to be easy at all. It glides and doesn't have the full effect of gravity on it. It's like trying to throw a cotton ball stuffed with feathers. And you can't cook it either. I found it annoy to nade people on roof tops when i would've prefered a rocket approach and just use splash dmg.

+1

[elty]

I am looking for someone to share the PSN game:

Super Street Fighter HD remix

I will paypal you (from bank account, so no cc charge) $4 for your trouble.

Thanks

[Canadianpsycho]

Not a fan of the graphics on inFamous so far. Only played like 15 minutes but the pop up is brutal. And I swear the FSAA is bad or something.

Why the hell is Firefox insisting I have a French keyboardÉÉÉéééÉÉÉÉÉ. Grrr no quotations or question marks. ````````

[CFRTim]

Not a fan of the graphics on inFamous so far. Only played like 15 minutes but the pop up is brutal. And I swear the FSAA is bad or something.

Why the hell is Firefox insisting I have a French keyboardÉÉÉéééÉÉÉÉÉ. Grrr no quotations or question marks. ````````

Maybe the demo was based on a earlier built, and the final version is a little more optimized

[Canadianpsycho]

Maybe the demo was based on a earlier built, and the final version is a little more optimized

I hope so, I've preordered it. Graphics won't really stop me from playing it though, I love the sandbox/super-hero genre. I'm actually a little disappointed it appears to tbe the beginning of the game in the demo - I always felt Crackdown did an awesome job with their demo by giving the player a sneak peak at what a maxed out character can do in the world.

[hp..]

Anyone try Sacred 2: Fallen Angel? It's a Diablo-type game.
I thought I'd be picking up Infamous this week, especially after reading all of the reviews, but after playing a bit of the demo I'm not so sure....

[Mike71]

Who's got the best price on Infamous right now?

[mark_in_2k]

Who's got the best price on Infamous right now?That would be Zellers with their 20% off PS3 games.

[CFRTim]

Who's got the best price on Infamous right now?

I thought the game is out on Tuesday, may 26. Is it out now?

[Havo]

I thought the game is out on Tuesday, may 26. Is it out now?

I don't think its out now. Saw preorders at Walmart though.

[bembol]

Finally, finished X-Men Origins: Wolverine. This is probably my 7th game I finished since playing Sega Master System.


I cheated though I used the Undying and Infinite Rampage. :o :twisted:

I like the set up they did for the sequel.

[bembol]

Who's got the best price on Infamous right now?

I saw one at Craigslist selling for $100. It was posted May 14th and it's still posted.

[maebach]

I recently started MGS4 and it is amazing. Ive been putting it off after I bought it about a month ago but its far better than I expected. I only wish it had trophies

[Super strokey]

Hey guys i just played infamous and its totally worth getting. I definately suggest you all give atleast the demo a go

[mark_in_2k]

Hey guys i just played infamous and its totally worth getting. I definately suggest you all give atleast the demo a goDid you play the demo, or the full game?

[thechampion116]

Did you play the demo, or the full game?

sounds like he has the game.

[Canadianpsycho]

Anyone try Sacred 2: Fallen Angel? It's a Diablo-type game.
I thought I'd be picking up Infamous this week, especially after reading all of the reviews, but after playing a bit of the demo I'm not so sure....

I've got about 20+ hours into Sacred 2 on my 360... If you like Diablo you should like it but its missing something, I just can't put my finger on it. I'm trying to do the 200 sidequests achievement so the game is dragging. Online co-op is fun though, being able to go whererver the party is going regardless of progress or level is nice.

I'd say its worse then Diablo but better then Titan Quest. I just couldn't get into TQ.

[sleepyguy]

sweet! thanks for the quick overview of Sacred 2. I'll probably pick it up when it drops sub $30 as I was a fan of both TQ and D2.

I just played a bit of PS3 last night, Resistance2... wow... colour me impressed! Only played for around 1hr but very very impress with everything about the game. I'll have to pick up R1 soon.

Super annoying thing is the damn updates taking like 40mins... man...

[Ben31]

For those interested.....

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[Canadianpsycho]

Ugh, the jaggies in inFamous are really bugging me... 720p and they can't use any AA? Lame.

[sfu_lifer]

Ugh, the jaggies in inFamous are really bugging me... 720p and they can't use any AA? Lame.
+1. I know it's an open world and all but the screenshots are obviously doctored.

[markj]

Ugh, the jaggies in inFamous are really bugging me... 720p and they can't use any AA? Lame.

looks fine on my plasma...some frame rate issues but if you are used to playing gta its no biggie...imo this game is easily in the top 5 ps3 games out...

[Kyle_87]

e3 news.. squeenix and NCsoft both announcing MMO's for ps3 supposedly.

Hoping for Guildwars 2 on NCsoft's side :P Would go well with PSN 's free service because GW2 is going to have a pay one time fee similar to GW1.

[Sheky]

e3 news.. squeenix and NCsoft both announcing MMO's for ps3 supposedly.

Hoping for Guildwars 2 on NCsoft's side :P Would go well with PSN 's free service because GW2 is going to have a pay one time fee similar to GW1.

Rumor is that it'll be Blade and Soul....I'm hoping it'll be Blade and Soul.

[Kyle_87]

Rumor is that it'll be Blade and Soul....I'm hoping it'll be Blade and Soul.

Dang, another korean grind game? I like guildwars just for the pvp.. which is sadly at an imbalanced and a boring meta atm.

O I remember this, I saw the trailer awhile ago

[marcopolo85]

Anyone know where i can find grid for cheap? Ive looked at amazon, dell, futureshop, bestbuy and Sig electronics and the cheapest i found it was for $49.99. Gonna try calling blockbuster, rogers+ and EB after work.

[thechampion116]

Just some new updates for PS3 owners like myself:

http://blog.us.playstation.com/2009/05/28/buzz-comes-to-playstation-home/

Buzz is coming to HOME. You play on a big board game with 64 players total and the best players get prizes for their HOME characters. Sony probably made this to try and counter 1vs100.

PS3 is getting more Greatest Hits:

http://blog.us.playstation.com/2009/05/28/new-ps3-greatest-hits/

GT5P, Army of Two, MGS4, Ratchet and Clank, DMC4 and Battlefield Bad Company.

I'd say all those games are probably already 29.99 (by looking at the Hot Deals section) except for Ratchet.

[CFRTim]

:arrowu:

Buzz on Home looks good. Any idea if it's free or not?

[Haz]

Looks like the PS3 Slim may be real (http://arstechnica.com/gaming/news/2009/05/mole-confirms-psp-go-details-with-a-smaller-ps3-on-the-way.ars) (along with the PSP Go).

http://cache.gawker.com/assets/images/kotaku/2009/05/ps3_slim_box_01_01.jpg

http://cache.gawker.com/assets/images/kotaku/2009/05/ps3_slim_casing_01.jpg

[elty]

Looks like the PS3 Slim may be real (http://arstechnica.com/gaming/news/2009/05/mole-confirms-psp-go-details-with-a-smaller-ps3-on-the-way.ars) (along with the PSP Go).

http://cache.gawker.com/assets/images/kotaku/2009/05/ps3_slim_box_01_01.jpg

http://cache.gawker.com/assets/images/kotaku/2009/05/ps3_slim_casing_01.jpg


In the same article: no plan for PS3 price drop.

[Sheky]

Dang, another korean grind game? I like guildwars just for the pvp.. which is sadly at an imbalanced and a boring meta atm.

O I remember this, I saw the trailer awhile ago

Yeah, damn Koreans love their grind.

I'm hoping they'll like money more and dig their heads out of their asses to make it more fun. Cuz at the core, their games ARE fun when there's less grinding to be done. L2 is an example of that.

[thechampion116]

http://www.examiner.com/examiner/x-12218-Providence-Video-Game-Examiner~y2009m5d29-Epic-to-Announce-PS3-Exclusive

also MMO's would be nice on consoles but I would never play them because I don't play them on the PC anyways. Don't want to get addicted.

[PCDawg]

Has anyone had any ingame XMB loading freezing/problems?

When im playing a game (from HDD) or disc and if i press the PS logo to access the ingame XMB, it doesnt load and tries to read or access the menu. The game still runs in the background though but the XMB just hangs and i cant get back into the game. The only way for me to stop it woud be to reset my PS3.

Also noted it freezesup on loading BD movies. I cant not access the XMB or exit out as its just a black screen while it seems to be loading movies.

[kleptodathief]

just turned on my ps3 in amonth...2.76 update now..dloading infamous demo but that tiger woods 2010 demo is 1.7gb! holy fcuk! plus i get hell slow speeds dloading from PSN...too bad u can't dload via URL on the computer and then transfer game to ur ps3 HD! :mad:


is it normal to take around 5mins plus to install a 1gb demo game? so slow! i guess upgraded 7200rpm drive dusn't do anygood

[ATLien69]

I actually get really fast speeds with PSN downloads...around 400 to 500 kb/s nowadays, which is almost the max for me anyways. But yeah installing the demos is a pain in the a$$....the 5min for 1gb almost sounds rigt....I`d say more like 3.5 minutes. :)

just turned on my ps3 in amonth...2.76 update now..dloading infamous demo but that tiger woods 2010 demo is 1.7gb! holy fcuk! plus i get hell slow speeds dloading from PSN...too bad u can't dload via URL on the computer and then transfer game to ur ps3 HD! :mad:


is it normal to take around 5mins plus to install a 1gb demo game? so slow! i guess upgraded 7200rpm drive dusn't do anygood

[CFRTim]

just turned on my ps3 in amonth...2.76 update now..dloading infamous demo but that tiger woods 2010 demo is 1.7gb! holy fcuk! plus i get hell slow speeds dloading from PSN...too bad u can't dload via URL on the computer and then transfer game to ur ps3 HD! :mad:


is it normal to take around 5mins plus to install a 1gb demo game? so slow! i guess upgraded 7200rpm drive dusn't do anygood

I switched to a wired connection, and I'm more than happy with my D/L speed of the PSN. Not as fast as XBL, plus you still have to install after d/l, but much more improved over wireless

[sfu_lifer]

PSN's always slow for me. Which is why sometimes I bring over my PS3 to work and download from there :D

If you guys want a cheap logitech dinovo type device, I just bought a PS3 wireless keypad and it works fantastic with it. Keyboard and "touchpad" work fine on my xp MID device via BT. I got it in Target in the US for $38USD.

Also nabbed Endwar bundle edition (with the official PS3 BT headset) for $39USD.

[kleptodathief]

when i try to charge my ds3 controller with puter USB connection theres FIVE redlites that flash off/on? is that charging? or only 1 lite shud b flashing?

i was playing infamous demo and it FROZE my screen lol i think i pressed alot of buttons on the ds3 and it crashed the game... i had to power off the ps3 from that switch in the back :mad:

is there a way to charge the controller by not having the ps3 on?

[mark_in_2k]

No, the PS3 has to be on cos it supply's power to the USB port. I usually just plug in the USB cable into my PC as it's on most of the time and charges up the controller just the same.

Or, you can even charge it via the USB port on a Rogers HDPVR as those ports always have power.

[hol3ykow]

is there a way to charge the controller by not having the ps3 on?

It may have been mentioned a few pages back...but I use my HD PVR to recharge my controller and PS3 headset, as the PVR is always "on".

[chrome_dout]

sweet! thanks for the quick overview of Sacred 2. I'll probably pick it up when it drops sub $30 as I was a fan of both TQ and D2.

I just played a bit of PS3 last night, Resistance2... wow... colour me impressed! Only played for around 1hr but very very impress with everything about the game. I'll have to pick up R1 soon.

Super annoying thing is the damn updates taking like 40mins... man...

Don't waste your time on R1, it sucked when it was new, and sucks ever more now. :)

[Setz]

when i try to charge my ds3 controller with puter USB connection theres FIVE redlites that flash off/on? is that charging? or only 1 lite shud b flashing?

i was playing infamous demo and it FROZE my screen lol i think i pressed alot of buttons on the ds3 and it crashed the game... i had to power off the ps3 from that switch in the back :mad:

is there a way to charge the controller by not having the ps3 on?

I plug my controller + mic into my television. ;)

[Super strokey]

Don't waste your time on R1, it sucked when it was new, and sucks ever more now. :)

Resistance 1 was great, what are you talking about.

[Haz]

is there a way to charge the controller by not having the ps3 on?I use my 360 to charge my DS3 controller and phone.

[Super strokey]

I use my 360 to charge my DS3 controller and phone.

Silly joke but, your post was the first one OVER 9000!

Honestly i have no idea what that means but people seem to post it all the time lol.

[cmge]

Silly joke but, your post was the first one OVER 9000!

Honestly i have no idea what that means but people seem to post it all the time lol.

the "over 9000" meme came from DBZ.. :lol:

[Super strokey]

the "over 9000" meme came from DBZ.. :lol:

Well there you go lol, whats meme stand for also?