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Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Requires No PS3 HDD Installation
Today GamesOnSmash.com (linked above) managed to get their hands on Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 for Sony's PlayStation 3 console and have confirmed that the title does not require any PS3 HDD installation. However, they do report that upon receiving the game users will be prompted to do...
LittleBigPlanet PS3: Sack It To Me - The Happy Birthday Edition
In celebration of our birthday, we have two FREE costumes for our community. One new and one revisited - both available for a limited amount of time. How else would we celebrate the birthday of our launch, but with a slice of cake and a spacesuit? Be sure to drop by the PlayStation Store and down...
Uncharted 2: Among Thieves Fortune Hunter Edition Hits Canada
We can and we've listened so we're going to be giving away 5 copies of the UNCHARTED 2: Among Thieves Fortune Hunter Edition along with a copy of the [url=http://www.bradygames.com/index.aspx]Brady Games[/url] UNCHARTED 2: Among Thieves strategy guide!
70's Mustang Joins GT5 PS3 Lineup at the Gran Turismo Awards
Sony's Public Relations Manager [b]Alex Armour[/b] has unveiled today that a 70's Mustang has joined the GT5 PS3 lineup at the Gran Turismo Awards. To quote: Two days ago, PlayStation hosted the 7th annual Gran Turismo (GT) Awards in Las Vegas, taking place in conjunction with the 2009 Sp...
Sony Releases a PS3 Compatible Bluetooth Mouse
Sony has recently released a new multi-function Bluetooth laser mouse with it's new Vaio X, CW and L range of laptops. Remotely control PLAYSTATION 3 to enjoy web browsing (No game control available) Software keyboard to input words easily
PlayStation Network Video Content Update for November 6, 2009
PlayStation Store Senior Manager [b]Grace Chen[/b] has shared this weekend's PSN video content update today, as follows: Aliens in the Attic Ballast Big Man Japan Cheri Thankskilling The Signal The Wizard of Oz Three Kings TMNT Two Lovers Aliens in the Attic Ballast Big Man Japan
White Knight Chronicles PS3 Patch Update 2.01 is Now Available
The update adds a voice chat feature into the Japanese version, as well as collectable PlayStation Home rewards including a White Knight costume and a White Knight statue. The other big feature is collectable PlayStation Home rewards. By playing White Knight Chronicles you can get at lea...
Sony PlayStation Store Update for November 5, 2009
PlayStation Store Senior Manager [b]Grace Chen[/b] is back with this week's US PSN update, as follows: Episode 18 of Qore: Presented by the PlayStation Network gets creative with ModNation Racers, goes behind the scenes at ILM and takes ... Read More »
Video: Topatoi: Free Arcade Style PS3 DLC Pack Available Today
Topatoi's Arcade Style Pack DLC will be available for free in today's PlayStation Store update. Recolor arcade levels for your own taste and even more - pilot a fantastic machine of a strange, but oh-so-cute, barbarian from the Great Tree!
Yesterday
PlayStation Store European Update for November 5, 2009
The highlight this week for PSP users must be Ghostbusters surely? However, this is followed by two other full games - Dragoneer's Aria and Star Wars Battlefront: Elite Squadron. We also have another mini making its way to the store in the form of Spot the Differences!
BlazBlue Portable is Heading to Sony's PSP on February 25, 2010
The high-definition 2D fighting game was released this summer for the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. A sequel, titled BlazBlue: Continuum Shift was revealed in September for the two aformentioned home consoles. It should be interesting to see how the fluid and fast-paced fighting game fare...
Video: Braid Hits PS3 via PSN on November 12, 2009
To quote: At long last, we're thrilled to be able to tell the PlayStation community that Braid will officially be making its way to the PlayStation Network on November 12 for $14.99. The gang here at Hothead has been working hard to bring this amazing game to you as soon as possible.
Win Uncharted 2 Fortune Hunter Edition in PlayStation Home
Today PlayStation Home Online Community Specialist [b]Locust_Star[/b] has announced that this week in PlayStation Home you can win a copy of Uncharted 2: Among Thieves - Fortune Hunter Edition. To quote: We here on the PlayStation Home team are pleased to offer you, the PlayStation Hom...
Wednesday, Nov 4
MLB & Lucasfilm Join PlayStation Network's Video Delivery Service
Today PlayStation Store Senior Manager [b]Grace Chen[/b] has announced that MLB and Lucasfilm Join PlayStation Network's Video Delivery Service. To quote: This week we're excited to report the launch of several new partners on PlayStation Network that offer even more downloadable e...
Tuesday, Nov 3
OPM Hints That Uncharted 3 for PS3 is in Early Development
To quote: In the latest Official PlayStation Magazine (December 2009, UK version), in the latest 'The Big 10' section, the guys over at OPM have asked Uncharted 2 Multiplayer designer [b]Justin Richmond[/b] 'How do you top Uncharted 2?'. The answer, well it seems to all-but confirm that...
SCEE Announces Movies for PS3 Video Service Launch in Europe
Today SCEE announced that the video store will launch "sometime late November," with films being available in both HD and SD. Press Release: Sony Computer Entertainment Europe (SCEE) is excited to announce a 'Must have' list of blockbuster hit films that will be available on the PlaySta...
Video: BUZZ! Quiz World Launches Next Week on PS3
Sony Associate Producer [b]Jenny Barbour[/b] has revealed today on the PlayStation Blog that BUZZ! Quiz World launches next week on PS3. To quote: We're just a week out from the launch of BUZZ! Quiz World PS3 on November 10, so we wanted to take a moment to give you a little information about...
Sony: Win the Ultimate Uncharted Adventure with Pepsi
1 of 20 Grand prize packages: a 120GB PlayStation 3 system, a copy of UNCHARTED: Drake's Fortune, and a copy of UNCHARTED 2: Among Thieves 1 of 200 Second prize packages: a copy of UNCHARTED 2: Among Thieves 1 of 100,000 downloads of the UNCHARTED: Eye of Indra motion comic number 1 and 2.
Monday, Nov 2
Video: Sony Announces Numblast for PS3 Hits PSN This Week
To quote: It's out in Japan, it's out in Europe, and this week: Numblast will be available here in North America! Here's a trailer of the game in action: Log on to the PlayStation Store this Thursday, November 5 and download your copy of Numblast.... Read More »
Sunday, Nov 1
Assassin's Creed II to Have 2GB Mandatory PS3 HDD Installation
Assassin's Creed II is set to be released on the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 in North America on November 17, 2009 and in PAL regions on November 20, 2009. BrutalGamer.com (linked above) reports today that the game will require 2GB of data to be installed on the PlayStation 3's hard drive, mean...
Friday, Oct 30
Sky Player and SkyTV Service May Be Coming to PlayStation 3
I can talk generally about our desire to extend to any device that supports a good quality experience to project the content. The PS3 is clearly a device where that is possible. And so it may very well happen in the future. Having said that, we're very happy to be working with Xbox for the time bei...
LittleBigPlanet: Sack it to Me - LittleBigHalloween PS3 Edition
Its that time of year again...time to get FREE seasonal Sackboy costumes on the PlayStation Store. This week its the Pumpkin Head Halloween Mask! But you better move fast, this costume is only available a during 1 week out of the year. b]"Whats New" in LittleBigPlanet PSP[/b]
PlayStation Network Video Content Update for October 30, 2009
PlayStation Store Senior Manager [b]Grace Chen[/b] has unveiled this weekend's frightfully scary PSN video content update. Finally, if you need some scary movies to get you amped for Halloween, check out our Halloween House of Horror Featured Collection. It features over 50 titles tha...
Thursday, Oct 29
Video: Dragon Age: Origins - Mage Circle Tower PS3 Trailer
Dragon Age: Origins from BioWare is set for release on PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and Microsoft Windows in North America on November 3, 2009. Below is a new PS3 trailer for the title, which shows the Mage Circle Tower, where the magicians do their work.
Fat Princess v1.03 Patch Update and PS3 Demo Hit PSN Today
SCEA Santa Monica Studio Managing Producer [b]Deborah Mars[/b] has revealed that the [url=http://www.ps3news.com/PS3-Online/fat-princess-ps3-demo-patch-1-03-and-free-new-pork-map/]previously announced[/url] Fat Princess v1.03 patch update and PS3 Demo are hitting PSN...
PlayStation Store European Update for October 29, 2009
Today [b]Mike Kebby[/b] from the SCEE PlayStation Store Team has detailed the PlayStation Store European Update for October 29, 2009. b]PlayStation Store via PS3[/b] Hi-Octane (PSone Classic) (£2.39/€2.99) (Ends 5th November) Street Skater (PSone Classi... Read More »
Video: Zombie Tycoon Shambles to PSP Minis Today
Frima Studio Executive Producer [b]Martin Brouard[/b] has announced that Zombie Tycoon will be hitting Sony's PSP Minis today and shared a video. We are really proud to say that, just in time for Halloween, Zombie Tycoon will be available as a PSP mini title on the PlayStation Network for...
PixelJunk Shooter Target Date for December 24, 2009 on PSN
PixelJunk Shooters is one of the most anticipated remaining PlayStation 3 games waiting to be released before the end of the year. The PlayStation Network exclusive title looks like it would just sneak into the 2009 release calendar. all I can say is we're aiming for Dec. 24th in Japan"
Wednesday, Oct 28
Sony: PS2 Turns Nine Years Old, System's Life Cycle to Continue
The slimline PlayStation 2 console, introduced in 2004, still remains available on store shelves for a retail price of $99. According to the NPD Group, the PS2 sold 146,000 last month, down from 173,500 in September 2008 and 215,000 in September of 2007.
SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Fireteam Bravo 3 PSP Update
To quote: We want to give you an update on SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Fireteam Bravo 3's release date. It will now be available on January 12, 2010. The PSP title's development is on schedule and we are extremely pleased with all aspects of the title.
Celebrate Halloween PlayStation Home-Style at the Zombie Rally
Today PlayStation Home Online Community Specialist [b]Locust_Star[/b] has announced news of a PlayStation Home Halloween bash set for this weekend. To quote: As you may know from visiting Central Plaza in the last few weeks or watching one of the recent newscasts on PULSE, zombies have...
Frogger Returns is Coming to PS3 on PlayStation Network
Frogger Returns promises to be "12 times the size of the original" and will also offer "local multiplayer," according to the official press release. No details on price were revealed, but Konami's aiming for a release on both WiiWare and PlayStation Network later this fall."
Tuesday, Oct 27
3D Dot Game Heroes Confirmed for PS3 in North America
As one of the most promising PlayStation 3 exclusive games in Japan, 3D Dot Game Heroes is apparently being localized for North America. Sony just posted the following message on their official [url=http://twitter.com/SonyPlayStation/status/5206670690]Twitter[/url] page, to qu...
Monday, Oct 26
PlayTV Update 1.21 is Now Available for Sony's PlayStation 3
Today [url=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/PlayTV]PlayTV[/url], the Digital TV/DVR addon unit for Sony's PlayStation 3, has been updated to version 1.21. Go to the menu "Update" your PlayTV to begin installing the software 1.21.... Read More »
Netflix: PS3 Disc Must Remain in System Until 2010 Update
According to Netflix, in order to use its steaming service on the PlayStation 3 the [url=http://www.netflix.com/NRDInfo/PS3]application disc[/url] will have to be in the PS3 until 2010. Netflix: Yes, with the help of the Sony team.
PowerMad Review of Uncharted 2 for PlayStation 3 - Part 2
Hey everybody! Part 2 of the Uncharted 2: Among Thieves PS3 review is finally out.
Confirmed: Netflix is Coming Soon to PlayStation 3
To quote from Netflix VP of Corporate Communications [b]Steve Swasey[/b] on the PlayStation Blog: Attention, PlayStation 3 owners: want to watch a movie streamed instantly from Netflix via your PS3? I've got terrific news for you; very soon you'll be able to do just that.
Sunday, Oct 25
Rumor: Netflix is Heading to Sony's PS3 Console Soon
We already know of Netflix's plans to stream to Sony [url=http://www.ps3news.com/PS3-Online/netflix-to-stream-movies-to-sony-bravia-tv-sets/]Bravia TV Sets[/url], and in the past both a [url=http://www.ps3news.com/PS3-Online/survey-hints-at-netflix-coming-to-sony...
Friday, Oct 23
Video: PlayStation Eye Chat: Insomniac's Brian Allgeier
Sony's Social Media Manager [b]Jeff Rubenstein[/b] has shared a video today covering a PlayStation Eye chat with Insomniac's [b]Brian Allgeier[/b]. To quote: We're now just a few days away from the time when you can finally, eagerly tear open the wrapping to Ratchet & Clank Future:...
Thursday, Oct 22
FIFA 10 PS3 Patch Update is Now Live on PlayStation Network
Today EA Sports have made available the FIFA 10 PS3 patch update on Sony's PlayStation Network, which is evident when you load the game. Feedback:Players disconnected too frequently in the development teams opinion, from the PlayStation Network when playing online with a profile with...
Sony PlayStation Store Update for October 22, 2009
PlayStation Store Senior Manager [b]Grace Chen[/b] is back with this week's PSN update, as follows: It's time for the weekly PlayStation Store Update. b]Updates[/b] b]Downloadable Games[/b] Trine ($19.99) ESRB Rated E10+ File size: 355 MB b]PSone Classics: PS3/PSP[/b]
Sony Launches The Ultimate Gran Turismo PSP Fan Contest
You'll also win a Gran Turismo PSP Entertainment Pack which just launched on Tuesday! The Entertainment Pack features a Mystic Silver PSP-3000 system, a copy of the game, a PlayStation Network voucher for The Italian Job movie, a 2 GB Memory Stick PRO Duo, a voucher for the exclusive whit...
PlayStation Store European Update for October 22, 2009
That's not all for the PSP this week however, as we also have WWE Smackdown vs Raw 2010, Marvel Superhero Squad, Astro Boy and G-Force available for you. The latest mini title is also added to the store, in the shape of Red Bull X Fighters.
Wednesday, Oct 21
Tekken 6 to Offer a 4GB Optional PS3 HDD Installation
Even though Final Fantasy XIII was [url=http://www.ps3news.com/PS3-HDD/final-fantasy-xiii-to-have-no-ps3-hdd-installation-required/]reported[/url] earlier today to require no PlayStation 3 HDD installation, Tekken 6 (available October 27 in North America) appears to h...
Uncharted 2, Tekken 6 and Street Fighter IV Get PS Home Spaces
To quote: This Friday, October 23, UNCHARTED 2: Among Thieves is coming into PlayStation Home, and you'll want to do whatever it is that needs to be done to ensure that you are in-world to take part in the grand opening of this awesome new space.
Video: PlayStation Home Pirate Galleon Apartment Hits Thursday
Today [b]Patrick O'Lunaigh[/b], CEO of nDreams (the developer behind Xi) [url=http://twitter.com/patrickol]tweeted[/url] that it will be released in Europe this Thursday and shared a video trailer. To quote: "An exclusive look at the PlayStation Home Pirate Galleon apartment, br...
Video: New PlayStation 3 Commercial: Play, Create and Share
Today a new Sony PlayStation 3 commercial has hit YouTube courtesy of [b]PS3Hypegamer[/b] entitled Play, Create and Share. The video is available below for those who wish to check it out, and to quote: Sony just released a new commercial for the PlayStation 3.
Namco Announces Inversion for PS3 and XBox 360
Featuring the Grappler weapon, players will be able to manipulate gravity for their own purposes soon on Sony's PS3 and the Microsoft XBox 360 console. Press Release: 21st October 2009 - NAMCO BANDAI Games Europe S.A.S today announced INVERSION for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainmen...
Thursday, Oct 1
Modern Warfare 2 Dynamic Themes & Midnight Launch Confirmed
It appears that Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 will be getting some dynamic themes for the PlayStation 3 along with a midnight launch. Good news indeed, whether you plan to pick up Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 for the PC, PlayStation 3 or Xbox 360 this November!... Read More »
Friday, Sep 18
Videos: Uncharted 2 First Online Reviews for PlayStation 3
Things are picking up steam for us as we head into the final weeks before Uncharted 2: Among Thieves releases worldwide in October. It's hard to believe that just nine months ago, we announced UNCHARTED 2 with our [url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tzy2-UuFPJg]"Cliffhanger" traile...
Tuesday, Sep 15
Patch: PS3 Firmware Update 3.01 is Now Available
Sony's Director of PlayStation Network Operations [b]Eric Lempel[/b] has announced that PlayStation 3 Firmware update 3.01 is now available (not a mandatory update) and fixes the [url=http://www.ps3news.com/PlayStation-3/update-on-ps3-firmware-3-00-sony-aware-of-issues...
Monday, Sep 14
Uncharted 2: Among Thieves Review in PlayStation Magazine
To quote: We're less than a month out from the launch of UNCHARTED 2: Among Thieves and we're starting to see reviews come in. We just received the November issue of PlayStation: The Official Magazine in the studio which has the first world review of UNCHARTED 2.
Tuesday, Jun 23
Patch: PS3 Firmware 2.80 Update is Now Available!
Hello, I just wanted to provide everyone with a head's up that the next PLAYSTATION 3 system software update (v2.80) will be coming soon. The playback quality of some PLAYSTATION 3 format software has been improved. You can download the 2.80 PS3 Firmware Update now below!
Sunday, Jun 14
PowerMad Review of Ghostbusters: The Video Game for PS3
Ah... My childhood memories are coming back to me. This is Ghostbusters: The video game available for the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PC, Wii, Nintendo DS, PlayStation Portable, PlayStation 2, Sega Genesis, Sega Mega Drive, Nintendo Entertainment System, Atari 2600, and... we will just say it's...
Wednesday, Jun 10
Patch: PSP Firmware 5.51 Update is Now Available!
In perhaps one of the most brief PlayStation Blog posts, PlayStation Network Operations Director [b]Eric Lempel[/b] stated the following today: A new PSP firmware update, v5.51, will be released soon. System software stability during use of some features has been improved.
Thursday, May 28
PowerMad Review of inFAMOUS for the PlayStation 3
Let me start off by saying I love the way inFAMOUS tells it's story. Using wonderful comic book style cutscenes, it truly does a well job on explaining how the city has gone to shit and the place is being quarantined in just 14 days... didn't make sense to me either but I'm not one to complain.
Friday, May 15
Patch: SCEE Details PlayStation Home Update 1.21, Arrives on May 21
Today Sony PlayStation Home Community Manager [b]TedTheDog[/b] announced the following Home Update v1.21 details:
Wednesday, May 13
Patch: PS3 Firmware Update 2.76 Incoming
Posted by [b]Eric Lempel[/b], Director of PlayStation Network Operations today via PS Blog: Hello, I just wanted to provide everyone with a head's up that the next PLAYSTATION 3 system software update (v.2.76) will be coming soon. This is a minor update that improves the playback quality o...
Friday, Apr 17
Killzone 2 PS3 Patch 1.24 Inbound, Details Now Available
Today [b]motherh666[/b] of the official PlayStation boards (linked above) has shared Guerrilla Games Producer [b]Seb Downie[/b]'s Killzone 2 PS3 Patch 1.24 (57MB) details as follows: On April 22nd at 8AM GMT, Guerrilla Games will release the next game update to their hit First Person...
Monday, Apr 13
Has the XBox 360 Console Accepted its Defeat in 2009?
Xbox 360 has been more successful than PlayStation 3 in the last 2 years, dominating in both hardware and software sales... but 2009 has been dry for Xbox 360. DFC estimates that the videogame market will swell to $47 billion, a 42 percent increase over the $33 billion generated by the industry...
Saturday, Mar 14
Patch: iR Shell 4.92 Update is Now Available for the PlayStation Portable
This weekend PSP developer [b]Ahman[/b] has updated to iR Shell to v4.92, which includes the following changes: Download: [url=http://rapidshare.de/files/46057904/pspirshell492.zip.html]PSP iR Shell 4.92[/url] / [url=http://www.sendspace.com/file/d66l88]PSP iR Shell 4.92[/u...
Tuesday, Mar 10
Rumor: GTA IV Episodic Content Coming to PlayStation 3
Coming hot off the heels of industry analyst [b]Michael Patcher[/b] [url=http://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/gta-iv-dlc-to-sell-2m-by-year-end]citing[/url] he believes the Lost and Damned DLC will sell 2 million on Xbox 360 and the next full GTA title will come out next year...
Sunday, Feb 15
Opinion: Graphically Microsoft's XBox 360 is No Match for Sony's PS3
Ever since the PlayStation 3 got out on the market there have been different comparisons of the two systems. Well, there is nothing wrong with them, but now, graphically, with upcoming titles like Killzone 2 and even Uncharted 2, the Xbox 360 console has nothing to compare with to the PS3.
Friday, Feb 13
PowerMad Review of Uncharted: Drake's Fortune for PS3
Uncharted is one of the best games you can get the PlayStation 3, it reminds me of Metal Gear Solid 4, Tomb Raider, and Jak & Daxter. So as you can see if you had to pick a from a combination of awesomeness, chances are you would end up with Uncharted.
Friday, Feb 6
Burnout Paradise Patch 1.60, Party Pack & PC Version Available
Party Pack and the Ultimate are now available via PlayStation Store, and the PC version is available to download also, trial version. :) We like to work at the cutting edge of new technology, and we wanted to bring you something special using the PlayStation 3's new in-game browser and also...
Monday, Feb 2
Video: X-Play Killzone 2 Review for the Sony PlayStation 3
Check out the awesome video below courtesy of G4TV's X-Play, who has given Killzone 2 a 5 out of 5 rating! To quote: The Killzone franchise has a checkered past. The first installment rode a wave of hype (not unlike the wave this game is riding) right ... Read More »
Sunday, Jan 25
Why Sony's PlayStation 3 Console Can't Play PS2 Games Yet
The PS2 is Sony Computer Entertainment's crowing achievement after the PSOne. Both consoles combined have sold close to 260 million units world wide. It does make it seem a bit silly when you see console fanboys bickering over the anthill sized 20 some million units for the PS3 and Xbox 360.
Wednesday, Jan 14
Capcom Comments on PS3 Street Fighter 4 Load Times
B]What's up with the load times on PlayStation 3 version of Street Fighter IV?[/B] Seth: The recently shown builds were final in terms of contents, but were not actual retail discs. They are development ROM discs, which play on development kits.
Thursday, Dec 18
Patch: Voice Chat Temporarily Disabled in PlayStation Home 1.04
The removal of voice chat (for now) should alleviate the crushing bandwidth load on Sony's servers since the official "open beta" launch of the service. The blog recommends "to make use of the Wireless Keypad for PLAYSTATION 3 or any USB or Bluetooth-enabled keyboard for text chat and als...
Tuesday, Dec 16
PlayStation Home Patch Arrives Thursday, Fixes Connection Issues
Last week Sony's PlayStation Home experienced both Tech Issues and Network Errors. Today, those still experiencing issues accessing PlayStation Home will be pleased to hear that a patch designed to remedy them will be available this Thursday per SCEE Community Manager TedTheDog.
Monday, Dec 15
Fallout 3 Patch 1.10 for PlayStation 3 Arrives, Trophies Available
Fallout 3 Trophies are out! And a lot sooner than most of you were expecting too! The 1.10 patch is now available for download, so you can start earning those sweet, sweet trophies. Now most of you can actually play the game instead of waiting for trophies
Friday, Dec 12
Review of Sony's PlayStation Home for the PlayStation 3 Console
To start off, I would like to say that over all I like PlayStation Home for PS3, but I did find quite a few gripes about the over all scheme of things. The Problems:
Wednesday, Dec 10
Patch: SMS Plus v1.2.5 Sega Emulator Update for PSP Available
PlayStation Portable developer Uberjack has updated SMS Plus to v1.2.5 today. For those curious, SMS Plus is a Sega Master System and Game Gear emulator for PSP. Snapshots are now saved to PSP's PHOTO directory (/PSP/PHOTO), and can be viewed in PSP's image viewer
Friday, Dec 5
Patch: PlayStation Portable Custom Firmware 5.00 M33-4 Released!
Today Dark_AleX has released PlayStation Portable Custom Firmware 5.00 M33-4. As always, those interested can grab it below along with the included changelog. Download: PSP Custom Firmware 5.00 M33-4 / PSP Custom Firmware 5.00 M33-4 [Mirror] Changelog:
Monday, Dec 1
Patch: PlayStation 3 Firmware Update 2.53 Finally Released!
After being initially announced nearly a week ago, and then mysteriously vanishing three days ago, today PlayStation 3 Firmware Update 2.53 is officially available! Download: PS3 Firmware Update 2.53 (US) / PS3 Firmware Update 2.53 (EU) Changes per Eric Lempel of the PlayStation Blog:
Friday, Nov 21
Review: Sony Wireless Keypad for PlayStation 3
To quote: But regardless of the poor touch support and ill-advised key design, the biggest issue I had with the Wireless Keypad is that Sony opted to design it as a top mounted add-on. I don't want to seem partial one way or another, but I definitely think Microsoft had it right when they made t...
Wednesday, Nov 19
Review: 80GB PlayStation 3 is a Superb Gaming Console!
When the PS3 was first released in the fall of 2006, gamers gave Sony a lot of grief that the included Sixaxis controller lacked rumble (vibration) support--a feature found on the controllers for the Xbox 360, Wii, and even the older PlayStation 2. Sony has since corrected that with the Dua...
Friday, Nov 14
Opinion: Number of Quality Titles in PlayStation 3's Library Doubled in 2008
2008 has been full of ups and downs for the PlayStation 3. Whether or not Sony delivered on all their promises is questionable. However, if there is one thing that can't be taken from Sony's next-gen console is the tremendous growth its software library has undergone over the past year.
Friday, Nov 7
Will PlayStation 3 Become the Ultimate FPS Console?
So after weighing in on Resistance 2, it started to dawn on us: is this now the franchise to beat in the FPS genre? And with the impending Killzone 2, is the PlayStation 3 now home to the best FPS experiences on the planet? And provided the Call of Duty games are of equal quality on both consoles...
Tuesday, Nov 4
Patch: PlayStation 3 Firmware 2.52 Update Available Now!
Per Eric Lempel (Director, PlayStation Network Operations) of the PS Blog today: Hi, everyone, I wanted to give you a heads up about an upcoming PS3 Firmware Update (v2.52). This minor update is coming soon and includes the following:
Friday, Oct 31
Review - Naruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm for PlayStation 3
The mini-games - which involve a lot of tree jumping and dodging branches - are good fun but I would have liked to see a bit more variety in them, like what we saw in CyberConnect2's previous titles. But everything else works great and having 100 missions to work through with bonus conditions...
Friday, Oct 24
Patch: PSP Custom Firmware 5.00 M33-2, Popsloader, M33-3 out now!
Dark_AleX has released several PlayStation Portable updates today as follows: Download: PSP 5.00 M33-2 / PSP 5.00 M33-2 [Mirror] / 5.00 M33-2 Popsloader / 5.00 M33-2 Popsloader [Mirror] / PSP 5.00 M33-3 / PSP 5.00 M33-3 [Mirror] Changelogs: 5.00 M33-2:
Thursday, Oct 23
Review: Fallout 3 Looks Like Rubbish on the PlayStation 3?!
Andy Kelly recently reviewed the PlayStation 3 version of Fallout 3 for PSM3. The review has been leaked onto the Web and there has been concern as Andy's review stated that the graphics in the PS3 version compare poorly to its XBox and PC counterparts.
Tuesday, Oct 21
Patch: PlayStation Portable Firmware Update 5.01 Released!
When downloading content from the Store to a PSP with an 8 GB or 16 GB Memory Stick Duo media inserted, you may see a message indicating that the media does not have enough free space, even when sufficient space exists. Update 5.01 resolves this issue.... Read More »
Thursday, Oct 16
Opinion: Hands-On: Demon's Souls for PlayStation 3
Gameplay is simple hack and slash and is set in a medieval fantasy world mixed with Japanese horror. In this demo I, a sterotypical European knight, clad in plate armor, fought off armored zombie guards in a castle setting. R1 and L1 are used to attack and defend, respectively. Different weap...
Wednesday, Oct 15
Patch: PSP Firmware Update 5.00 Includes MPEG-4 AVC Support
The Official UK PlayStation site has also published an article detailing ALL of the features included in PlayStation Portable system software update 5.00. It reveals that support for MPEG-4 AVC is included. • PlayStation®Store is now available on the PSP™ system
Tuesday, Oct 14
Patch: PlayStation 3 Firmware Update 2.50 Now Available!
As planned, Sony has released PlayStation 3 Firmware Update 2.50! Download: PS3 Firmware Update 2.50 (US) / PS3 Firmware Update 2.50 (EU) More to come as it's available on this, and remember the PSP Firmware Update 5.00 should also be hitting momentarily as previously announced.... Read More »
Monday, Oct 13
Opinion: IGN: LittleBigPlanet is the Reason to get a PlayStation 3 Console
IGN has published its review on LittleBigPlanet for the PlayStation 3 and report that it is an incredible game which merits a 9.5/10. They conclude by stating that if you own a PS3 then you simply cannot miss this one, likewise if you don't have a PS3 yet, then this game is a reason to invest in on...
Wednesday, Oct 1
Patch: PlayStation 3 Flow Rebuilder 3.50 with ECC Gen Released!
Since today all the owners of a PS3 with infectus could begin to experiment with the firmware patching. :) NDT ;-) This tool allows to unscramble the blocks of a PS3 dumps ordering them in a way that the dumps become readable and extractable!
Thursday, Sep 25
Patch: WipEout HD Reports of Crashing/Freezing Surface; Possible Fixes
To quote lowrider007: Well, for me anyway, I can now play signed into PSN and no freezes, I updated my firmware to 2.43 and it seems to be fine now, I've had it on for about 3 hours now and it's the first time it hasn't locked up at all, strange that should fix my issue, perhaps their was a glitch in m...
Wednesday, Sep 17
Patch: Sony: Life with PlayStation Released by Mistake
Sony has told CVG that today's surprise launch of the PS3's news and weather channel, Life with PlayStation, was a mistake. Today, while testing the application, Life with PlayStation was available for download temporarily, by mistake," Sony UK told CVG.
Wednesday, Aug 27
Warhawk Patch Update v1.50 is now Available for Download
Per Buubar of the European PlayStation boards, the v1.50 patch for Warhawk has now gone live on the PlayStation Network and is also available to download from http://PSN.PS3News.com. The download weighs in at 66MB and includes trophy support, which gives us all a good reason to visit the gam...
Wednesday, Jul 30
Patch: PS3 Firmware Update 2.42 Now Available!
A new PlayStation 3 Firmware has hit Network Update, namely version 2.42. According to PlayStation Network director Eric Lempel via the PS Blog, PS3 Firmware 2.42 improves the playback quality of some PLAYSTATION 3 and PlayStation format software.
Monday, Jun 30
Patch: Official PS3 Firmware v2.40 Walkthrough Part 2: Trophies
Super Stardust HD, a PLAYSTATION Network-exclusive released in June 2007, will be the first game to leverage Trophies and will offer a variety of trophies. Trophy support in Super Stardust HD will be available for first-time users who purchase the game soon after firmware v2.40 is releas...
Sunday, Jun 22
PS3 Home (Closed) BETA Patch v0.9.4.2 coming June 25th
On about the 10th July we will be moving PS@Home to what will be its long term home and this will entail a new release of this code for you to download. This will also remove all your save data for which we apologise, but this will be the last time that happens and we will also be then setup to expand...
