Gaming Consoles

PS3 Firmware Updates:BDLive

2008-04-09T09:33:00.000-07:00

Firmware 2.20 for the Sony PlayStation 3 brought us a load of goodies when it arrived a few days back - among them support for BD-Live and even opening the door for Hello World. By now, you should have realized that the firmware updates won't be stopping anytime soon. Thanks to an AV Watch interview of Sony engineers, we can be one step ahead of these developments.

Product Planning director Naoya Matsui headlined a group of Sony engineers who gave us insights on upcoming plans for BD-Live and the PS3 firmware. Topping the list would be the future of Blu-ray movie playback.

If today, we need the latest PS3 firmware in order to access the PlayStation Network or play the newest games, then in the near future, we may need a firmware update first in order to watch the latest Blu-ray movie because of new encryption keys. Case in point, Resident Evil: Extinction.

Although firmware 1.8 had the key, the movie had a firmware 2.10 updater because it renders image quality better.

As for other firmware plans, we should expect these PS3 firmware updates to continue being free of charge. Moreover, these updates will come on a quarterly basis. The April revision of the PlayStation Store is its only exception.

Here are more insights from Matsui and the Sony Engineering team:

In-game XMB is now being discussed. But there are no updates as of yet
We may expect the integration of 1080 de-interlacing, mosquito noise reduction and the DTS-HD Master Audio (a lossless audio codec). Those are hardcore features for the hardcore home theater aficionado.
Firmware 2.20 is stil (sic) without Managed Copy and Portable Copy features
Memory resource usage can be reduced a lot with 2.20
The web browser runs faster, but more improvements will be made
Optical discs and media files goes through 2 different paths during PS3 playback
Mosquito noise reduction was created for digital TV recordings
Mosquito noise reduction has a lower processing load
LTH support took a long time because of tests

That's a slew of information from the Sony engineers. Now that the PlayStation 3 is still rated higher than any stand-alone Blu-ray player, we can confidently say the frontier is just opening up.

[Via AV Watch]

PlayStation 3 firmware 2.17

2008-03-14T10:22:00.000-07:00

Listen up, PlayStation 3 owners! The latest ps3 firmware update for the ps3 console is now available for download from the PlayStation Network. We still don't have any info on the changes, but some claim that firmware 2.17 fixes several exploits and other bug fixes in certain ps3 video games such as MotorStorm.

You should be able to find the ps3 update when you log into PlayStation Network, as many others have reported that they have downloaded PS3 firmware 2.17. As noted by the early adopters, there's no in-game XMB or anything that significant.

After checking around various sites we discovered that there appear to be two main changes included in PS3 firmware 2.17. The first is that the update improves the operating stability on some psn downloads.

The second, which we found on the the Japanese PS3 website, appears to be related to the PS2, as the Google translation reads: "That can be installed to hard disk PlayStation 2 has been added to the standard software."

In-game XMB arrival, PSN accomplishments?

2008-02-21T14:10:00.000-08:00

Digital photographs of what appears to be how the in-game XMB will probably work, as well as gamer accomplishments on Incognito Entertainment's Warhawk surfaced over the PlayStation Network @ Home forums yesterday. And though the anonymous tipster did say that the photos were edited, he did point out that the changes were done to conceal the reflection on the screen which undoubtedly revealed his face.

He also made sure to capture several angles and zoom levels of the shot, perhaps in an effort to boost the photographs' authenticity. The photos show that gamer accomplishments will roll into a player's message box on the Xross Media Bar. It will be completely accessible while playing a game.

The tipper, calling himself sonyguy32, explains that the white cottony artifacts you see on some pictures are actually the clouds in Warhawk, so the XMB will be partially translucent when the in-game mode is activated.

However, speculations as to when the new features will arrive were effectively shot down by long-time media vets. Though people expect the gaming giant to release it this week, media personalities explain that if Sony will make an announcement, it won't be at GDC. They say its because it's a "developer conference" and will have nothing to do about "hardware or firmware."

But because Sony can make the announcement outside of GDC - though coincidentally within the same time GDC is going on - we'll be keeping tabs on this rumor. Head on over to the via link below to view more shots taken and do so while they're still available.

[Via PSN@H Forums]

Over 2.8 Million PSN gamers in North America

2008-02-21T10:20:00.000-08:00

Over at the ongoing Game Developers Conference, Chris Eden, Senior Developer Relations Account Manager at SCEA presented a detailed report on how far the PlayStation 3 console has come since its initial launch last year.

In his presentation, Eden pointed out that 2.8 million people in North America have a playstation network account. Along with this, 46 million psn downloads have been reached worldwide since its launch in November of 2006.

He added that these numbers will continue to grow in the coming future since the company has a feeling that 2008 is going to be the best year yet for its playstation 3 console. It looks like Microsoft's Xbox Live Network has its work cut out for itself with this little development.

Metal Gear Solid 4 demo coming to PSN?

2008-01-21T10:44:00.000-08:00

UK Playstation magazine PSW recently had some play time (Issue 103) with the Konami's upcoming ps3 game Metal Gear Solid 4. A posting at the GameTrailers.com Forums reveals that the same level they demoed will be available on the PlayStation Network in February.

From PSW: "Want more MGS4? Well you'll get it very soon. The stage played here will be out on the PSN Store in the next month."

Although Ryan Payton, Assistant Producer for Metal Gear Solid 4, explained last month that a demo for the video game wasn't likely to appear, this latest playstation 3 news suggests Konami may have had a change of heart.Before we totally get our hopes up though, we have to note that they never actually said the word "demo." Not even the word "playable." There is a chance they may be talking about a video, similar to the full video walkthrough they showed at the E for All Expo.At any rate, at least we know that something is coming. We'll have to wait until next month to see what's really up with the announcement. Check back for updates.

Playstation Store Update

2008-01-11T10:38:00.000-08:00

Here are the latest additions to the PlayStation Store and they are plentiful this week,including an update to downloadable ps3 games favorite Super Stardust HD and Motorstorm downloadable content.

The update adds rumble support for the DualShock 3 and adds custom soundtrack support for Super Stardust HD.If you already own the ps3 video game, redownload it from your download list to install the patch. The weekly Rock Band track updates and Need For Speed ProStreet cheats round out the list. The good news for foreigners who prefer content on the US playstation store, is that US playstation network cards are starting to hit the scene, meaning you can get access to the content you want more easily, which means you can buy this content without having a credit card.
Here is the full list of updates:

Games

Super Stardust HD Demo and Update*(free)
Crash Bandicoot 2 (PS1) - $5.99
Kane and Lynch Demo(free)

Expansions and Add-Ons

Rock Band - $1.99 each

Interstate Love Song - Stone Temple Pilots
Die, All Right! - The Hives
Number of the Beast - Iron Maiden

NFS: Prostreet

Bugatti Veyron 16.4 - $2.99
McLaren F1 - $2.99

Folklore

"The Alchemist Pack" ($3.99)
"The Origin of Belgae" ($3.99)
Folklore Add-on Bundle 2 ($5.99)

Trailers

Burnout Paradise “Guns N’Roses” Trailer
First Sunday
Spiderwick Chronicles (Trailer 2)

Wallpapers and Themes

PAIN Jarvis Theme
PAIN The Dude Theme

GamerZines: Free Emagazines for Gamers

2008-01-04T10:44:00.000-08:00

Gamerzines is an electronically distributed emagazine about videogames and PC games. The free game magazines themselves are completely free to download. They don’t require any registration or special software to read the emagazine. Inside each Gamerzine, you'll find previews and reviews which you can read online, or download the free game magazines and read it from your PC. You can print each issue at high quality, and best of all, each issue is enhanced with video, animation and interactive competitions. Each GamerZines is written by a team of professional games journalists who have all worked on some of the UK’s biggest games and technology magazines.

What will I find in a GamerZine?

The same quality of editorial that you would find in a magazine you buy off the shelves - they have over 15 years experience in creating magazines
Design that matches the highest standards in a printed magazine - the free game magazines look great, which makes reading them a lot more enjoyable
Ease of use - navigating your way around the magazine and using its advanced features is incredibly simple.
Immersive multimedia - games are an immersive medium, which is why, alongside static screenshots, you'll find animation, interactivity and video throughout the emagazines.

What do I need?

Adobe Reader version 6 or above (free). If you have installed Internet Explorer 7 (whether you use it or not), we recommend you upgrade to version 8, from this link. It ensures all features work correctly. Because Adobe Reader is a plugin for Internet Explorer, you need to upgrade to the latest version that has been written to work with Internet Explorer 7, or the multimedia elements may not work correctly.
Adobe Flash (should be pre-installed on Windows)
Windows Media Player version 10 or above (version 9 should be pre-installed on Windows and should work, but we recommend version 10. Try installing the latest version if you experience video playback difficulties.)

You can start dowmloading Gamerzine now just follow the link below. We will have updated issues every month.

Directions For PS3 Online Play

2007-12-27T11:12:00.000-08:00

Recently I've noticed some people searching for ps3 online instructions and not being able to set up the ps3 online connection properly. I had the same problem also and this article helped me and hopefully it will do the same for you too. So to help everyone out I'm going to show you the two ways in which to accomplish setting up your ps3 online. You will use either Wired Connectivity or Wireless Connectivity. This illustrtion demonstrates both wireless and wired connectivity.

Wired Connectivity:

The network configuration and connection depends on the connection method and equipment you have.

Important: A router would be required if you want your ps3 console and the computer to be connected to the internet at the same time.

The following are mandatory. You need:

An Internet connection

A cable modem

Ethernet cable.

When you have a wired connection to the Internet, it is not necessary to adjust any of the default settings. (It is done automatically). If you aren't able to connect with the default settings, follow the instructions to adjust the settings.

Select "Network Settings" under "Settings" in the home menu, press the button.

Select "Internet Connection Settings", press the button.
You will be popped with a message stating the Internet connection will be terminated, select Yes, press the button.

Select "Wired Connection", press the button.

Select Easy or Custom and adjust the settings.

If you select Easy, then the basic settings are automatically set.

If you select Custom, then you need to enter the settings. Refer the settings supplied by your Internet service provider.

Wireless Connectivity:
The network configuration and connection depends on the connection method and equipment you have.The following are mandatory. You need:

An Internet connection

A cable modem and a router

Access point (Not necessary if using a wireless router with built-in wireless functionality)

Settings information for the access point (SSID, WEP key, WPA key)

When you try to connect wirelessly to the Internet, First adjust the network settings. These settings may change depending on the type of access point and the network environment you are in.

The following instructions apply most of the network configurations.

Select "Network Settings" under "Settings" in the home menu, press the button.

Select "Internet Connection Settings", press the button.
You will be popped with a message stating the Internet connection will be terminated, select Yes, press the button.

Select "Wireless", press the button.

Select "Scan", press the button.

Select the access point that you want to use, press the button. (An SSID is a code or a name that is assigned to the access point. If you have no clue which SSID to use or if the SSID is not displayed, contact the person who set up or maintains the access point.)

Confirm the SSID for the access point, press the right button.

Select the security settings as necessary, press the right button.

Enter the encryption key, press the right button. (The encryption key field will display an asterisk (*) for each character you enter. If you do not know the key, contact the person who set up or maintains the access point).

Select Easy or Custom and adjust the settings.

If you select Easy, then the basic settings are automatically set.

If you select Custom, then you need to enter the settings. Refer the settings supplied by your Internet service provider.

SOURCE: www.zolved.com

PS3 Firmware 2.10 Upgrade Blocks RSX Hack

2007-12-20T12:05:00.000-08:00

Scheduled for release on December 18th ps3 firmware update 2.10 joins the Xbox 360's Fall dashboard update in offering support for the DivX video codec.There are some caveats, however, as files that are copyright-protected, encoded with DivX 3.11 or larger than 2GB in size are not supported. With this ps3 firmware update the homebrew development community has taken a hit. A group of independent developers over at PS2Dev is claiming that the Sony PS3 Firmware update blocks the RSX access hack done via Linux. Mainly, homebrew development for the platform using 3D animations will be halted in updated systems. This is because the Linux hack granted access to the ps3 console's GPU for tinkering.If you're a supporter of homebrew for the ps3 console, It is advised you take caution, before making the decision, to update to firmware 2.10 at this point. It is no secret that Sony likes to take on any potential hacks, and if this is true it would be a discouragement to further Linux development under full GPU access on the ps3 console.

The New features are the following:

Voice Changer

Video

Music

Ubisoft puzzled over PS3 Assassin's Creed problems

2007-12-12T14:32:00.000-08:00

Assassin's Creed may be getting a certain amount of flak from critics as being lacking in the gameplay department, but is it actually broken? Gamers who've purchased the ps3 video game certainly think so. Reports are circulating that the bug appears to cause Altair's animation to literally freeze – even if he's in the middle of the air or galloping along the ground. Though the recent patch helped alleviate freezing issues for some, other users are still reporting issues with the video game. Unfortunately, it appears that even Ubisoft doesn't know what's going on.

Ubisoft’s senior public-relations manager says Ubisoft is investigating the matter and is not exactly sure what’s causing the glitches. The company noted a drop in complaints once PS3 gamers noticed that turning off the automated login feature on the PlayStation Network, or PSN, reduced the number of crashes. Ubisoft is working on a patch for the problems using feedback from gamers and blogs, Beadle says.

While owning a ps3 console is great and there has never been a better time to own one it's still got problems like any other gaming platform but it's a little saddening when even the game developers don't know what's going on with their own video games.

PS3 Tops Wii In Japan

2007-12-04T12:24:00.000-08:00

TOKYO (Reuters) - According to the latest playstation 3 news Sony Corp's PlayStation 3 outsold Nintendo Co Ltd's Wii game console in Japan in November for the first time, raising the prospect that Sony might regain its dominance in the global video game market.Sony, which launched the playstation 3 console a year ago, sold 183,217 PS3 in Japan in the four weeks to November 25, topping sales of 159,193 Wii consoles, according to game magazine publisher Enterbrain, a key watcher of trends in the sector.Sony dominated the game industry for about a decade with previous generations of its PlayStations but lost its crown to the low-cost Wii with its new idea of a motion sensor in the control unit.This opened the way to a whole new range of video games and even exercise programs and helped expand the gaming population beyond core users of young males to women and the elderly.Will this trend continue for the PS3? According to analysts the latest data was encouraging for the prospects of the playstation 3 console, but it was too early to paint a rosy picture for the Sony machine.

Downloading PS3 Games Online

2007-11-27T18:14:00.000-08:00

Recently I've been searching for a way to not have to wait to go shopping to buy all my new ps3 games or if i buy them online i have to wait on the games to be delivered, this is really inconvenient when I'm really ready to play right now. So as I'm waiting for the latest game i've ordered online, I search the internet for download ps3 games online and bingo I found this great site that lets you download ps3 games directly to your hard drive no more waiting.

Let's face it buying ps3 video games is very expensive, especially if you buy a lot of them. Now you can download all the media you want for your ps3 console online, including games, music, TV shows and movies, all ready to be transferred instantly to your ps3 console.But when downloading video games from the internet it's easy to get confused. There are so many sites out there to choose from and a lot of them are scams. So where should you download from? And which sites should you avoid?

There are a few simple rules you can follow that will assure you find a great site to download ps3 games online. Firstly, although it's tempting to download ps3 games from 'torrent' sites (file sharing sites) its best to avoid them. The files on these ps3 torrent sites aren't regulated and a lot of the time can contain viruses and spyware that even anti-virus software can't detect. Its best to join a paid site (which should only charge a small one time fee) and have access to there database of video games for life. These databases are always being updated and so have all the latest ps3 new games releases ready for you to download.Next, you should choose a site which has all forms of media available to download, not just ps3 video games. The best sites will have music, movies and TV shows as well as games for all consoles (Xbox 360, Nintendo Wii and PS3) so check for this before you join.Finally, make sure the site offers a customer support service in case you have any problems or questions you need answering (the best sites offer 24/7 customer support).

The site I've joined is called Fast Game Downloads and it offers everything mentioned in this post if you want to start to download ps3 games online now for a one time fee and get membership for life go to Fast Game Downloads and check it out.

PS3 Celebrates First Birthday

2007-11-21T11:12:00.000-08:00

Sony Computer Entertainment America (SCEA) recently celebrated the first birthday of its PLAYSTATION3 (PS3) computer entertainment system.In its first year, more than 200 software titles have been released for PS3 and more than 60 million pieces of content have been downloaded from playstation network worldwide. Also, through the continued support of and dialogue with PS3 users, remarkable hardware advancements and features have been added to the playstation 3 console through ps3 firmware updates making it the most advanced computer entertainment system on the market today.

"When we designed PS3 our goal was to introduce a system so technically advanced that it could stand the test of time and could take the industry in a whole new direction, which for PS3 was high-definition entertainment," said Jack Tretton, President and CEO of SCEA. "While we're excited by the progress we've made this first year, we know that like our other platforms, the best is still yet to come, especially given our new hardware and software line-up, and that PS3 will continue to take the industry to new heights for years to come."

Launched one year ago in North America, PS3 has revolutionized the industry with its Cell Broadband Engine and RSX technology which gives the playstation 3 console tremendous computational power; Blu-ray Disc capabilities which provides state-of-the art graphics and unrivaled storage capacity; and free access to playstation network where PS3 users can experience online gaming, connect with other PS3 users as well as download ps3 games, movies and other content from the playstation store.

SCEA also recently launched a new PS3 advertising campaign, the company's biggest marketing effort to date, designed to deliver a high-energy message with a focus on the exciting entertainment value of the ps3 console and exclusive content found only on PS3. The lineup of advertisements will feature some of SCEA's most highly anticipated first party ps3 video games. In addition to pure game play, the campaign will convey to consumers the benefits of Blu-ray Disc and for the first time, sharp focus will be paid to playstation network along with breakthrough services such as PLAYSTATION Home.

SOURCE: Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc.

Free PS3:How to Get Yours

2007-11-21T11:04:00.000-08:00

Yup. Just follow the directions in the video and a PS3 is yours, free of charge. If you have any questions, send me and e-mail at hellafranklucas@yahoo.com URL:PS34FREE

Source: Digg

PS3 Joystick Introduced

2007-11-17T13:19:00.001-08:00

It sounds inconceivable, but PS3 gamers didn’t have a joystick,until now.Peripherals manufacturer Thrustmaster has announced the world’s first-ever joystick for the PS3. The T. Flight Stick X allows PS3 owners to take their games to the next level while they control their aircrafts in games such as Blazing Angels.
However, the new ps3 accessory is not compatible with ps3 video games using the console's motion sensor feature.Thrustmaster has been developing joysticks since 1991 and with 16 years of experience, they are now launching a joystick that is designed especially for console gamers. The new ps3 joystick offers instant pleasure with Plug and Play capabilities. As of now, the ps3 accessory is compatible with all flight games for the PS3.
The ps3 joystick provides PS3 gamers with rudder and throttle control,rapid fire trigger and a multi-directional hat-switch to control a plane’s additional functions.Additional features include a mapping functionality, which lets gamers customise buttons and the ps3 joystick’s four axis, weighted base for stability particularly when carrying out sharp maneuvers,an internal memory to save the gamer's latest programming configurations,and presets to instantly switch from one programming to another.The T. Flight Stick X will be available in early December with an MSRP of USD 29.99.

Terminator Coming to PS3

2007-11-17T13:18:00.000-08:00

The Terminator franchise has just been transferred to the hands of privately funded company Halcyon Co. Aside from the planned movie Terminator Salvation: The Future Begins,the latest playstation 3 news is that the company is also planning to release a new ps3 video game title based from the said film. Halcyon announced this week that they have set up their own dedicated studio to oversee development of the upcoming ps3 game, which has been in production for several months. The new games division of Halcyon Co. will be headed by former Disney and Bellrock Media executive Peter Levin as acting CEO. The position for the VP of Production will be manned by Cos Lazouras who was recently involved with Vin Diesel's game production house Tigon Studios.The movie itself takes place an unknown number of years after the events of Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines, focusing on a post-apocalyptic setting as a now 30-year old John Conner and the remnants of the human race face an uphill battle to survive against the notorious Skynet Corporation.
Specific console releases were still not revealed but Halcyon Co. did mention that the game will be released "on all formats, including next-generation consoles, PC, and mobile, [it] is expected to hit the marketplace at the same time as the film, which is slated for release in summer 2009.

Beowulf the Game

2007-11-10T14:41:00.000-08:00

Beowulf,one of the new ps3 video games is being developed by the award-winning team that created the original Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter(r) in Ubisoft's Tiwak studio. Beowulf is an action combat ps3 video game based on Paramount Pictures' and Shangri-La Entertainment's Beowulf, the upcoming feature film from Academy Award-winning director Robert Zemeckis.The upcoming ps3 game is scheduled for worldwide release in conjunction with the movie's opening in November 2007.The Beowulf video game is an interactive experience that captures the spirit and artistic beauty of the film while offering an even deeper look into the epic tale of Beowulf. The video game features exclusive content that is unexplored by the film and even the classic tale, extending the adventure through 30 years of the Beowulf story. The roles of King Hrothgar, played by Anthony Hopkins, Beowulf, played by Ray Winstone, Wiglaf, played by Brendan Gleeson, and Wulfgar, played by Sebastien Roche, have been greatly expanded and adapted to the interactive realm to deliver amazing performances that can only be found in the game.

PAIN single and multiplayer modes revealed

2007-11-10T12:11:00.000-08:00

Travis Williams, Senior Producer for PAIN, just posted a new trailer featuring the new ps3 game, PAIN's various gameplay modes.There are three Single Player modes: PAINdemonium, the sandbox mode where players can beat up their characters the best way possible and collect points in the process. Then there's the strange yet oddly-satisfying Mime Toss, where players get to toss Mimes through glass while flying up in the air for points. Then there's the Spank the Monkey mode, where players beat the bejeezus out of evil monkey overlords out to conquer the world.Wait 'til you get to know what awaits you in multiplayer: in HORSE, players try to outdo each other by doing the most exquisitely painful human launches. There's also bowling, which is anything BUT bowling. It mostly involves ten pins, explosives, cereal, and anvils among others, all except common sense. Go nuts. Finally, to cap the mindless yet fun gameplay, there's the Fun with Explosives mode where masochists try to blow themselves up as often as they can.

Upgrade #18 for PS3

2007-11-10T12:05:00.000-08:00

PS3 firmware updates are all for the greater good, but the latest brings the count up to 18 since the console launched just over a year ago.PS3 firmware update 2.00, which launched November 8,doesn’t make a massive difference to the way the PS3 operates. Here are the highlights, and first up is a new function that allows users to choose their own themes. Those with the time, ability and inclination are even able to tweak fonts, icons, wallpapers etc thanks to theme creation software that runs on a PC. Next up Remote Start. This feature allows owners to boot up and manage their PS3 remotely via a synced PSP. Finally there’s an Information Board which acts like some kind of RSS newsfeed ticker which keeps you constantly updated about new features on Playstation.com and other Sony-selected snippets.

Getting the Latest News on PlayStation 3

2007-11-02T12:17:00.000-07:00

SONY playstation 3 offers the best graphics and sound technology built in this console. Purchase one as soon as possible to know more about the details of this gaming console. Following suit with the Xbox 360, PS3 strives to out do it competition.
Nowadays, one of the best forms of entertainment are gaming consoles and they are very popular. You will truly be entertained when you’re bored and got nothing to do. You can also invite your friends or play with your family to kill time in an enjoyable style. You can play with your kids at home on your leisure time with their homework is d... (read more)

Author: clint carredo

The PS3 is a supercomputer

2007-11-02T12:15:00.000-07:00

It's not often that buying a games console can give you a valid reason for claiming you're doing your bit for humanity. But since the launch of the Playstation 3, its new owners can do just that!
For the last seven years, researchers at Stanford University have been working on a research program whose goal is to understand the process of protein folding and how it may be analysed in relation to disease.
Protein folding is the method in which proteins arranged themselves when carrying out their important functions, and its through a malfunction of this process that many serious disea... (read more)

Author: Ian Ball

Sony Play Station 3 : Are You Game?

2007-11-02T12:14:00.000-07:00

Think of a supercomputer for computer entertainment? Sony PlayStation 3 is exactly what it is. Its polished contours and superior graphics output make sure that you are hooked the moment you get a glimpse of this gadget that you also know the name Sony PS3. Splendid visual retreat auger perfect reasons for the ones who swear by computer games. And to make it into reality, Sony has populated its device with all the best of technicalities.
First and in the foremost, the gaming console comes with a cell processor that clocks a speed of 3.2GHz. There is 256MB of RDRAM, 256MB of 700MHz GDDR V... (read more)

Author: Raina Kelsey

Video Game Industry to Undergo Serious Change

2007-11-02T12:13:00.000-07:00

The video game industry is soon to undergo a serious change. A change that many feel is for for the better. Currently video game manufacturers and publishers usually sign what is called an exclusive agreement. What this means is the video game hardward manufacturer, such as XBox, PS3, WII, etc. has the sole rights for that publisher`s particular game. However this trend of exclusive deals may be coming to an end. In the November issue if Electronic Gaming Monthly, Evan Van Zelfden says, "that the agreements between game publishers and hardware makers called as third-party exclusiv... (read more)

Author: Michael Podlesny

PSP Firmware 3.00-The One We've Waited For?

2007-11-02T12:02:00.000-07:00

Sony have just released the most impressive firmware yet for the PSP, and it seems to have a lot in common with the PS3. Up to now many people avoided the various updates but this one has been a lot more popular, and we’re going to show you why.
Version 3.0 firmware for the PSP or Playstation portable from Sony has finally made the emulation of PSone games possible. You can download the games from the Sony Playstation online stores, and then save them to your memory stick to play whenever you want to. Pretty cool. My money’s on Driver being the best selling title-any takers?
Another ... (read more)

Author: Charles Smith