Playstation 3 Discussion

[SmoothPancakes]

Damn, damn, damn. Why does it have to be PS3 only? :(

[JeffHCross]

Damn, damn, damn. Why does it have to be PS3 only? :(Most commonly rumored reason (may have been a quote somewhere, not sure) is that Microsoft wasn't willing to allow what CCP wanted to do onto the XBL network. Same reason why Portal 2's Steamworks stuff is only on PS3. Might also have something to do with microtransactions, not sure.

[I OU a Beatn]

It's a great idea, but MAG left a really bad taste in my mouth of how hard a shooter based on MMO principles will fail when the player count starts to dwindle, so I'm not even going to mess with it. When it comes to PS3 exclusive shooters, they all bomb at release or are completely dead within 3 months.

MAG was an amazing game that died solely because of the lack of population, and I have no doubt that's going to happen with this, which is unfortunate because it looks and sounds awesome.

[JeffHCross]

It's a great idea, but MAG left a really bad taste in my mouth of how hard a shooter based on MMO principles will fail when the player count starts to dwindle, so I'm not even going to mess with it.It's free. You'll try it, if nothing else.

[I OU a Beatn]

Doesn't matter, MAG was free to play up until a certain level and it was still dead within a few months. MAG was legitimately free, too, unlike this which is heavily reliant on microtransactions, which is going to be a huge turn off to competitive players. I also don't think they'll like the idea of the world still continuing once they turn their game off.

To me, it's not worth getting into a game only to be unable to find a game a few months after launch whether it's free or $60. Hopefully I'm wrong and it is a bigger success than MAG.

[JeffHCross]

You'll play it. Just as certainly as you'll update the Trophy Whore thread every month.

Wait.

[I OU a Beatn]

:D Exactly. You've been doing a good job, though. I'll get it updated for April, you just watch.

[DariusLock]

If I were to play this game I think it would make me want to give EVE a try haha. Do you have to have a pretty bad ass computer for it?

[JeffHCross]

You've been doing a good job, though.I didn't even update it for March, 'cause you didn't respond to my goading :P


Do you have to have a pretty bad ass computer for it?EVE? Nah. It has a wide range of settings that can be changed pretty drastically. The only thing you have to be particularly careful of is that sometimes your settings can prevent you from participating in some of the larger events (like fleet-sized battles). But that's not a problem for the people (like myself) who don't really want to participate in those events anyway.

Though, obviously, if you can max it out, the game looks gorgeous.


Recommended system configuration for running EVE Online:
OS: Windows® XP Service Pack 2 / Vista / 7
CPU: Intel Pentium® or AMD dual core @ 2 Ghz or greater which supports SSE2
RAM: 2 GB
HD space: 20Gb Free Space
Network: ADSL connection or faster
Video: ATi Radeon 5750 or NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460
Drivers: DirectX® 9.0c (included) and latest video drivers
DVD-ROM : 2 speed DVD reader or greater required.
The minimum screen resolution for EVE is 1024x768.

[I OU a Beatn]

I didn't even update it for March, 'cause you didn't respond to my goading :P

:D Seriously? I didn't even look at the thread. I saw you were the last one to post so I figured you had taken care of it. I had the flu the first 2 weeks of March so it didn't even cross my mind. Looks like I'm going to have a lot of work to do next week.

[ram29jackson]

whats up with PSN now ? cant log in..wants me to change password,but wont allow me to do that either...?! come on already

[psuexv]

Amazon Instant Video coming to PS3 :up:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.html/ref=tsm_1_tw_s_aiv_m1x26m?&docId=1000778121

I may cancel Netflix now.

[JBHuskers]

Amazon Instant Video coming to PS3 :up:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.html/ref=tsm_1_tw_s_aiv_m1x26m?&docId=1000778121

I may cancel Netflix now.

FUCK. YES.

I don't have to move my Roku in and out of the living room when there is a good movie on sale to rent. I don't have Prime, so I will still keep Netflix.

[DariusLock]

I got prime for....FREEEEEE. /Adam Sandler

[JeffHCross]

So here's a first.

Hot Shots Golf: Out of Bounds Complete Edition - $24.99 on PSN ($19.99 for PSPlus members)
Hot Shots Golf: OoB, boxed game from 2008, $37.36 on Amazon, with $24.99 being the lowest "used" price

Digital for equal or less than used. Gotta be a first.

[cdj]

Regular maintenance is a necessary part of operating a service such as PSN. As part of our efforts to continue to deliver you a world-class online entertainment experience on your PS3 and PS Vita devices, we will be performing maintenance on the network on Thursday, May 24th, starting at approximately 8:00 am PDT / 10:00 am EDT and concluding around 11:00pm PDT / 2:00am EDT.

During this maintenance period, you may receive a message that states “PlayStation Network is undergoing maintenance” when attempting to access the PlayStation Store or PlayStation Home. Online play will not be affected and you will be able to enjoy apps such as Netflix and Amazon Instant Video during this maintenance as well, provided that you have signed into the network within 5 days prior to the start of the maintenance period.

Link (http://blog.us.playstation.com/2012/05/23/playstation-network-scheduled-maintenance-thursday-2/)

[gschwendt]

Sony prepping PlayStation Plus revamp with top tier free games, expansion to Vita
http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2012-05-29-sony-prepping-playstation-plus-revamp-with-top-tier-free-games-expansion-to-vita

[JBHuskers]

Sony prepping PlayStation Plus revamp with top tier free games, expansion to Vita
http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2012-05-29-sony-prepping-playstation-plus-revamp-with-top-tier-free-games-expansion-to-vita

I like what I hear. I've been a PS+ member since day one and glad I have been. Some great games have already been provided for free already. Well worth the price.

[gschwendt]

Sony thought about download-only console... changed their mind
http://www.joystiq.com/2012/05/30/report-sony-considered-download-only-console-thought-better-of/

[ram29jackson]

Sony thought about download-only console... changed their mind
http://www.joystiq.com/2012/05/30/report-sony-considered-download-only-console-thought-better-of/

boooo, I'm glad they changed their mind

[gschwendt]

boooo, I'm glad they changed their mindI imagine they'll still be very download-oriented but just simply offer discs as a backup solution. So long as they offer pre-load capability like Steam does (download all except 1 small file prior to day of launch), then I'll go with download in most cases.

[JeffHCross]

I won't support a download-only console concept until they open up the market and allow competition. If Sony (or the third-party publisher) has control over the price point, we won't see half the deals we have now.

[JeffHCross]

Dust 514 is a Glimpse of the Future (http://ps3.ign.com/articles/122/1221463p1.html)

I. Can't. Wait. For this game.IGN: Apply for the Dust 514 Beta (http://www.ign.com/articles/2012/05/17/apply-for-the-dust-514-beta)

( Apparently, when I signed up back in May, it didn't actually go through. Suck! )

[gschwendt]

Official PS3 Racing Wheel (http://www.joystiq.com/2012/06/04/sony-reveals-a-playstation-move-racing-wheel-at-e3-2012/)
http://www.blogcdn.com/www.joystiq.com/media/2012/06/racingwheel.jpg

[JBHuskers]

$40 is a nice starting price. It'll drop to $20 for Black Friday season I bet. I'll get it then.

[JeffHCross]

Will it work for all racing games, or just Move supported? I imagine the latter, but just checking.

[gschwendt]

Will it work for all racing games, or just Move supported? I imagine the latter, but just checking.No idea... but here's a video I didn't watch and an article I didn't read.
http://www.engadget.com/2012/06/05/sony-playstation-move-racing-wheel-hands-on-video/

[JeffHCross]

IGN: Apply for the Dust 514 Beta (http://www.ign.com/articles/2012/05/17/apply-for-the-dust-514-beta)

( Apparently, when I signed up back in May, it didn't actually go through. Suck! )E3 2012: IGN preview of Dust 514 (http://www.ign.com/articles/2012/06/07/e3-2012-dust-514-the-deepest-fps-youve-ever-played)


E3 2012: Dust 514, the Deepest FPS You’ve Ever Played

The immersion begins with the obscene amount of customization available for each player. Describing these customization features as mere “loadouts” wouldn’t do Dust 514 its due justice, because in reality, it goes so far beyond picking a primary and secondary weapon and some perks. From curative devices and explosives to the creation and customization of all manner of vehicle, customization permutations are virtually endless. And most interestingly, all items are “real,” meaning that if you lose a vehicle in battle, you lose it for good. If your character dies during a firefight with a certain assault rifle equipped, that assault rifle disappears. So you better buy a bunch of them.

The economic reality of eventually losing everything means that teamwork on the ground is far more than just organic. It’s outright necessary if you want to successfully complete contracts for EVE Online players while earning enough money to supplement anything you lost and perhaps even turn a profit (though it’s worth noting that player-versus-environment contracts can also be garnered to buff out needed funds). In this sense, Dust 514 creates a climate of economic ramifications. Respawning on a map to give it another go isn’t simply a matter of pressing the X button and waiting 10 seconds, but rather having the necessary funds to purchase the pertinent items needed to outfit your character for success.

[psuexv]

I'm pretty sure that with PS3 system updates I can download them to a computer and then transfer them to the PS3. Anyone know if this is also possible for game updates. It doesn't ask that option when I try to get the update. It's for the massive Bf3 patch.

[JBHuskers]

I'm pretty sure that with PS3 system updates I can download them to a computer and then transfer them to the PS3. Anyone know if this is also possible for game updates. It doesn't ask that option when I try to get the update. It's for the massive Bf3 patch.

Not unless you want to try all of these steps in setting up your PC as a proxy server....

http://www.ps3blog.co.za/2009/05/18/install-and-download-game-patches-via-your-pc/

Otherwise, it's not as cut and dry as the system updates unfortunately.

Another option is to get PS+ it donwloads and installs the patches automatically for you once a day at a time you set (i.e. mine is 10am to sync trophies, download patches, upload saves to the cloud, etc.)

[psuexv]

Not unless you want to try all of these steps in setting up your PC as a proxy server....

http://www.ps3blog.co.za/2009/05/18/install-and-download-game-patches-via-your-pc/

Otherwise, it's not as cut and dry as the system updates unfortunately.

Another option is to get PS+ it donwloads and installs the patches automatically for you once a day at a time you set (i.e. mine is 10am to sync trophies, download patches, upload saves to the cloud, etc.)

I can just let it run overnight. It was just something like 4 hours or so and I wanted to see if I could get it quicker.

[psusnoop]

I can just let it run overnight. It was just something like 4 hours or so and I wanted to see if I could get it quicker.


Really, it's big but only took me 24 minutes to get. Oh that's right
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VU6hmgTY76M

[JBHuskers]

Row! Row! Row!

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[psusnoop]

:D:D

[steelerfan]

:nod:

:D

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[JBHuskers]

http://www.blogcdn.com/www.joystiq.com/media/2011/05/ps3.headset.052711-530px.jpg

http://www.joystiq.com/2012/06/25/psa-ps3-firmware-update-4-20-drops-tomorrow/

The last firmware update for the PS3, version 4.10, added an audio option allowing players to hear their own voice echoed through the new Wireless Stereo Headset peripheral. Since implementing the feature, Sony has heard some complaints; this new firmware update, version 4.20, will add new audio options.

If you're using a Wireless Stereo Headset, you will be able to either turn the functionality completely off, or you can select from one of five different levels of intensity, the PlayStation Blog says. Sony will also add an option for virtual surround sound when using the Wireless Stereo Headset to watch Blu-ray or DVD movies when the update drops tomorrow.

Other non-audio additions include more flexibility when setting how long before the system will shut itself down, and an the option to manage save files in bulk.

[CLW]

http://www.blogcdn.com/www.joystiq.com/media/2011/05/ps3.headset.052711-530px.jpg

http://www.joystiq.com/2012/06/25/psa-ps3-firmware-update-4-20-drops-tomorrow/

The last firmware update for the PS3, version 4.10, added an audio option allowing players to hear their own voice echoed through the new Wireless Stereo Headset peripheral. Since implementing the feature, Sony has heard some complaints; this new firmware update, version 4.20, will add new audio options.

If you're using a Wireless Stereo Headset, you will be able to either turn the functionality completely off, or you can select from one of five different levels of intensity, the PlayStation Blog says. Sony will also add an option for virtual surround sound when using the Wireless Stereo Headset to watch Blu-ray or DVD movies when the update drops tomorrow.

Other non-audio additions include more flexibility when setting how long before the system will shut itself down, and an the option to manage save files in bulk.

Will this update affect those of us who use other manufacturers' headsets? (i.e. Astro A40s)

[Escobar]

I decided to take the plunge and upgrade my PS3 hard drive. Bought a WD 320GB SATA drive since I heard/read that 320GB is the sweet spot for PS3 hd's. Also had to get a Seagate 500GB portable hard drive to do the backup. Wasn't too happy about that but I guess it beats getting a new PS3...I can also use the portable drive to automatically back up my laptop, since I lost mulitiple beats and various music files due to having 2 laptops crash over the years.

[JeffHCross]

Escobar, I'll be curious about your backup/restore/upgrade results. I've been considering upgrading my HDD, but I know there are certain files that can't be backed up using the normal backup method, and so I'm a little hesitant to do it with as much data as I've got right now.

[Escobar]

So it took longer than I expected buy my system was back up and running after about 5 hours. It took forever to take the screws off of the hard drive. They were a B*. After I got home from work was the first official time I decided to hop on and mess around after restoring the system. Just make sure you have the firmware update on your backup drive or you will have to wait to download it from the PC as the PS3 will not boot up w/o it.

Playing NCAA I had to redownload the online pass, but that was no problem. It seemed that the initial time files were read it took longer, but that could be from it trying to find the file in a different sector on a bigger hard drive. Once I accessed a file, subsequent times after it loaded up faster than when using the stock hd. My custom playbook however still maintained it's formations but introduced several blank spots which made it take alot longer to switch base formations (ie Shotgun to Pistol). Then came the freeze when I tried to do a formation audible on offense, so I cut the game off and will wait until '13 pretty much since I'm getting the Season Pass.

My trophies are going to take forever to sync so I still haven't done that yet, but when you play a game it syncs that games trophies to your system. Everything in XMB looks exactly the same as before on my old hard drive. Same themes and custom icons I set for my User logins.

I played Rock Band 2 and all my songs and DLC were still there (I heard there was a problem w/ copying copy protected files) but I think they fixed this issue with firmware 3.56 2nd release.

Had to start LBP under my 2nd account, because that's the one I dl'd it under for free. Once I did that I hopped back on regular account and all my progress was there along with my DLC and unlockables. They just re-registered as new/unused items with the green glow (no problem there).

All in all, very successful with no hiccups and no problems of missing dlc, game saves, or downloaded games that I previously read could be issues. It seems that games that run off the hard drive and reading files from the hd have improved speed/performance.

[Escobar]

After playing the NCAA '13 demo it definitely runs faster and smoother. I loaded up the demo, went through the menus, and started the oregon vs usc game about 10-15 seconds faster than on my old hd. There were no stutters or pauses when loading menus like I had before...it was very much improved

[JeffHCross]

Just so I'm reading you right, Escobar, you just did the normal backup/restore method? Nothing special? And you haven't noticed anything missing?

[JBHuskers]

Just so I'm reading you right, Escobar, you just did the normal backup/restore method? Nothing special? And you haven't noticed anything missing?

I've upgraded twice and have not noticed anything missing.

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[Escobar]

Correct. Settings>System Settings>Backup Utility>Backup

[JeffHCross]

I've upgraded twice and have not noticed anything missing.

Sent from my DROIDX using Tapatalk 2Thanks. I think I may be getting my wires crossed. I was remembering that the Backup utility didn't restore everything. But that might have been to another system, not the same system with a different HDD.

[I OU a Beatn]

I got an invite to the Dust 514 beta, and although I really don't like the idea of "paying to win," I guess it wont hurt to at least try it out. I'll POSSIBLY be doing a live stream tonight if anyone is interested. If I do end up doing it, I'll post a link for anyone who wants to watch.

[JBHuskers]

This just came today :))

http://www.blogcdn.com/www.joystiq.com/media/2011/05/ps3.headset.052711-530px.jpg

[I OU a Beatn]

What did the Gold Box price end up being on those?

[JBHuskers]

What did the Gold Box price end up being on those?

It wasn't those. It was some odd small headset that went for $15.

[JeffHCross]

I got an invite to the Dust 514 betaLucky bastard.

[steelerfan]

This just came today :))

And they're better than even I told you they were, right?

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[JBHuskers]

And they're better than even I told you they were, right?

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They are awesome.

[steelerfan]

They are awesome.

My sentiments exactly. :up:

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[JeffHCross]

They'd be too uncomfortable to me, I think. I'm very particular about my headsets...

[steelerfan]

They'd be too uncomfortable to me, I think. I'm very particular about my headsets...

Try them on, if you ever get the chance. I can't imagine you'd think that way, if you did. But, if you're strange like that, maybe.

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[JeffHCross]

Unlikely I'll ever have the chance, but if I do, sure. I have had the chance to try a lot of similar looking Sony headphones over the years (similar shape to the earpiece, similar size of the bar for the top of the head), and I haven't liked those, so that's what I'm basing it on.

[steelerfan]

Unlikely I'll ever have the chance, but if I do, sure. I have had the chance to try a lot of similar looking Sony headphones over the years (similar shape to the earpiece, similar size of the bar for the top of the head), and I haven't liked those, so that's what I'm basing it on.

Gotcha.

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[I OU a Beatn]

I can't believe it took my PS3 almost 3 1/2 hours to install Ratchet and Clank: All 4 One.

[souljahbill]

PSN is probably gonna be slow Friday afternoon/evening when it's slammed with Season Ticket folk.

[JeffHCross]

PSN is probably gonna be slow Friday afternoon/evening when it's slammed with Season Ticket folk.There aren't going to be that many for NCAA. Madden would be considerably worse. I don't think it'll be much worse (if it all) than for a normal Tuesday Update, at least one that has worthwhile stuff.

[I OU a Beatn]

It wont. I can't imagine there would be that many Season Ticket subscribers eagerly awaiting NCAA. Even Madden probably wouldn't me enough to have any noticeable slowdown. Call of Duty, though? Maybe.

[JBHuskers]

http://www.joystiq.com/2012/07/18/laugh-factory-app-puts-comedy-on-ps3-this-september/

This is pretty cool. I might check this out.

http://www.blogcdn.com/www.joystiq.com/media/2012/07/laughfactory718.jpg

Why did the Laugh Factory Xross the Media Bar? We're stopping right there, before even coming up with a horrible ending to that joke, before this fun news gets depressing. LA's Laugh Factory comedy club will release its own streaming video app on PS3 September 1, allowing you to watch both recorded and live performances from stand-ups.

Through November, all the content will be free. Starting in December, if you want to enjoy the streaming comedy, it'll cost $3 a month. Feel free to institute your own two-drink minimum, and perhaps hire a local comic to warm up the room (your living room) before you start the show. You know, to make sure you get the most from your subscription.

[cdj]

The PlayStation Network will be down for maintenance starting at 8 am PST this Thursday and will be back up around midnight. Sony says that players may still be able to play online but the PlayStation Store, account registration and account management will not be available.

[JBHuskers]

According to Sony, as long as you have signed in to PSN within five days prior to the maintenance, you will be able to play games online and use apps.

[I OU a Beatn]

I have 2 beta codes for Dust 514. First two replies will get them via PM.

[JBHuskers]

I have 2 beta codes for Dust 514. First two replies will get them via PM.

1 please.

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[CLW]

I have 2 beta codes for Dust 514. First two replies will get them via PM.

Looks pretty cool if noone else really wants it I'll give it a whirl.

[I OU a Beatn]

It's in your inbox, CLW. All gone!

[JeffHCross]

I have 2 beta codes for Dust 514. First two replies will get them via PM.Bastard.

[I OU a Beatn]

I thought you already played it? :D

If I knew you hadn't, I would have just given you one right away without even asking. I knew you were excited to try it. On the good side, it's only for this weekend. I hadn't read that until I sent off the first code. Kind of stupid, but oh well.

[JeffHCross]

Nope, I haven't gotten a code.

I did get one for another title though. Completely out of the blue.

[CLW]

Bastard.

Jeff if you want mine I'll gladly give mine up. I haven't downloaded the beta yet so I still have a good code.

[JeffHCross]

Nah, go ahead and play. I don't have time ATM anyway.

[I OU a Beatn]

Just a little warning, it's extremely rough around the edges.

[CLW]

Just a little warning, it's extremely rough around the edges.

So its about as good as NCAA after 2 patches?

[JeffHCross]

Just a little warning, it's extremely rough around the edges.It is a beta ... :D

[I OU a Beatn]

I know, but when I say it's really rough, I mean it's really rough. :D

I can't say exactly what some of the problems are because of the NDA, but if you've played other shooters before, it'll slap you right in the face the very first time you spawn. I'm sure a lot of it will get fixed, though.

AND FOR THE RECORD, JEFF, YES, I HAD FUN WITH IT.

[JeffHCross]

I'm sure a lot of it will get fixed, though.If anybody has a good record of fixing things, it's CCP. I will be curious to see how patching is handled though.

[JeffHCross]

Hey PS2 fans, PCSX2 1.0 is out (http://www.zdnet.com/hey-ps2-fans-pcsx2-1-0-is-out-7000002158/)
Summary: After over a decade of development, version 1.0 of PCSX2, an open-source PlayStation 2 (PS2) emulator, has finally been made available for Windows and Linux. You know what to do.

[JeffHCross]

The YouTube app is pretty nice, though if you have a lot of your own playlists, or subscriptions, then the menu is probably going to be ridiculous. For me, it's pretty manageable.

I couldn't find any obvious way to search for playlists within the App, so I found it easier to just save other people's playlists as my own, and then access them that way.

Certainly an upgrade over YouTube XL. Only thing I had a problem with was that all the videos I was watching claimed to be 720p. It was obvious some of them weren't. Couldn't tell if it was the source or something in the App.

[JBHuskers]

Just tried to download and install the new firmware, and it fucked up my PS3, ugh. I get this error, and am stuck in an endless install loop. (https://www.google.com/webhp?sourceid=chrome-instant&ie=UTF-8&ion=1#hl=en&safe=active&sclient=psy-ab&q=ps3%208002f281&oq=&gs_l=&pbx=1&fp=6ddc2c03e308bb3b&ion=1&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.r_cp.r_qf.&biw=1263&bih=684)

[ram29jackson]

dont scare me...just finished

man, a madden n ps3 update, same day, enough already

[JBHuskers]

Found this on YouTube. Sounds like it works. I'll lose my data, but what I really want is in the cloud.

How To Fix PS3 Stuck On 99% Update loop

1. Turn on PS3
2. Wait until installing occurs and pull out old HDD at 0%
3. Error should occur(let it run the count down and let PS3 restart itself)
4. You should be seeing a "press PS3 button on controller screen". On that screen put your new HDD in the PS3 AND have USB with update on it in the PS3.
5. Let it look for the update on the usb and download it / let the PS3 restart itself
6. Now you should be seeing the "press PS3 button on controller screen" again (don't worry)
7. Let the PS3 reformat your new HDD and let PS3 restart itself
8. After the reformatting it should reinstall the update using your USB again
9. If it worked you should see a screen with a PS3 to the ps3's,
10. Congrats you got your ps3 back:)

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[JBHuskers]

Found this on YouTube. Sounds like it works. I'll lose my data, but what I really want is in the cloud.

How To Fix PS3 Stuck On 99% Update loop

1. Turn on PS3
2. Wait until installing occurs and pull out old HDD at 0%
3. Error should occur(let it run the count down and let PS3 restart itself)
4. You should be seeing a "press PS3 button on controller screen". On that screen put your new HDD in the PS3 AND have USB with update on it in the PS3.
5. Let it look for the update on the usb and download it / let the PS3 restart itself
6. Now you should be seeing the "press PS3 button on controller screen" again (don't worry)
7. Let the PS3 reformat your new HDD and let PS3 restart itself
8. After the reformatting it should reinstall the update using your USB again
9. If it worked you should see a screen with a PS3 to the ps3's,
10. Congrats you got your ps3 back:)

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Well that didn't work, so I'm going to try this now before sending it to Sony.

Alright, I got it at last with these steps people.
1. Unpluged ps3, and removed hdd.
2. Plugged hdd into a external hdd enclosure, and plugged that into my pc.
3. Opened up Computer Management (look it up people) > Storage > Disk Management. Then I found my hdd, right clicked it and chose format, follow the utility choosing NTFS as file system, default allocation, and do a FULL FORMAT. Let it sit, its gonna take awhile, especially if your using USB 2.0.
4. Stay in Disk Management, right click your drive, click "Mark Partition as Active"
5. Pop the hdd back into the ps3 and go to recovery.
6. Choose "Update System"
7. Get a flash drive and put PS3UPDAT.PUP on it. read it on Sony's web site, search "ps3 firmware" on google if you need to.
8. Plug in flash drive to ps3, hit start + select. It will then bitch and say it needs to format the hard disk. Hold start + select till the process starts.
9. Congrats! firmware should flash and start its process.
P.S. This will fix the following errors: 8002F281, "The hard disk cannot be accessed", or "Correct hard disk was not found"

[I OU a Beatn]

Killzone HD Coming 10/23 with Trophies. (http://blog.us.playstation.com/2012/09/13/killzone-hd-coming-to-psn-october-23rd-trophy-list-revealed/)

Fucking boom! Get ready, PS3...you're getting dusted off next month.

[ram29jackson]

yeah,well, the ps3 update did this to me and it appears alot of other people as well..

http://www.operationsports.com/forums/madden-nfl-football/576457-madden-just-crashed-my-system.html

[skipwondah33]

..

[skipwondah33]

yeah,well, the ps3 update did this to me and it appears alot of other people as well..

http://www.operationsports.com/forums/madden-nfl-football/576457-madden-just-crashed-my-system.html

Yep I have this same issue. Found out lastnight. Thought it was just me whenever I tried to quit the game kept happening.

[JeffHCross]

I enjoy how that thread goes from "it must be Sony" to "it can't be Sony, it has to be EA", and back and forth. :D

Maybe there's an upside to not having my PS3/internet after all ... no new firmware for me!

[CLW]

Good thing Madden BLOWS and I haven't even bothered firing up my GameFly rental of it so I'll just avoid it to save my PS3. :nod:

[ram29jackson]

Good thing Madden BLOWS and I haven't even bothered firing up my GameFly rental of it so I'll just avoid it to save my PS3. :nod:

its not madden, its the ps3 update from a couple days ago...but theres a new one already ? anyway, if not, just click on psn account setting first instead of quiting game and it will quit madden without all the junk happening

[JBHuskers]

I'm hoping this hard drive enclosure helps my problems. I'll find out in a couple hours.

[Kingpin32]

What's the new PSN update for?

[JBHuskers]

What's the new PSN update for?

Increases the cloud storage for PS+ members from 150MB to 1GB.

[gschwendt]

What's the new PSN update for?
Primarily it's for PS+ users to upgrade from 150MB to 1GB for cloud storage.

[CLW]

Increases the cloud storage for PS+ members from 150MB to 1GB.

I understand the concept of "cloud" but not really sure how I should use it for my PS3. :confused:

But then again I have a 1TB now so its not like space is an issue.

[I OU a Beatn]

I understand the concept of "cloud" but not really sure how I should use it for my PS3. :confused:

But then again I have a 1TB now so its not like space is an issue.

A lot of games use it to automatically upload newest game saves to the cloud. If your hard drive were to become corrupted or something else that would cause the data to be lost, you could just copy the latest saves from the cloud back to your hard drive and not have to restart everything. It's basically a backup.

[JBHuskers]

Yeah basically without it, I'd lose 175 hours of play in my Skyrim save file.

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[JBHuskers]

SUCCESS!!!!!!! :)) :)) :)) :)) :))

Basically the fix was:

a) Get a HDD Enclosure and format and old SATA drive with your PC.
b) Put that formatted drive into your PS3 and let the system format and run a system update.
c) Shut off the PS3, swap in your current hard drive
d) Update to the latest system software.

And the best part, I didn't lose any data. Won't have to re-download all of the PSN games and etc.

[JeffHCross]

I understand the concept of "cloud" but not really sure how I should use it for my PS3. :confused:

But then again I have a 1TB now so its not like space is an issue.As I OU said, I use it to preserve files that I really don't want to lose, like my ME2 game saves, inFamous game saves, etc.

Though with a full 1 GB, I might just set every game to auto-save and not even think about it in the future.

[JBHuskers]

As I OU said, I use it to preserve files that I really don't want to lose, like my ME2 game saves, inFamous game saves, etc.

Though with a full 1 GB, I might just set every game to auto-save and not even think about it in the future.


It fills up faster than you think. Because it will backup EVERY file with the game. I turned that option off and started saving individual files.

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[gschwendt]

It fills up faster than you think. Because it will backup EVERY file with the game. I turned that option off and started saving individual files.

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WTF? How did you manage to get a quote from over two years ago? Did you accidentally delete some of the ID of the line you were quoting or just create some really strange error?

[JBHuskers]

WTF? How did you manage to get a quote from over two years ago? Did you accidentally delete some of the ID of the line you were quoting or just create some really strange error?

Not sure. As far as I knew I was on tapatalk quoting Jeff.

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[JBHuskers]

WTF? How did you manage to get a quote from over two years ago? Did you accidentally delete some of the ID of the line you were quoting or just create some really strange error?

Fixed it.

[JeffHCross]

It fills up faster than you think. Because it will backup EVERY file with the game. I turned that option off and started saving individual files. Well, yeah. That's why I haven't done it so far. I guess I really meant "set it with the games I care about". Obviously I'm not going to set it for PSN I don't give two craps about. But right now I'm really selective about what I manually copy up there. With a full gig, I can be a little less selective.

I'm still not likely to do it for, say, NCAA (because other than the profile and roster, most stuff can be re-created easily enough, and all those Heisman Challenge files would take up a ton of space), but like Ratchet & Clank? Or ME3 when I get it? Easier just to set those to the cloud.


WTF? How did you manage to get a quote from over two years ago? Did you accidentally delete some of the ID of the line you were quoting or just create some really strange error?He's special :nod:

[cdj]

Sony's never been that great about keeping redesigned video game hardware a secret, so it's no surprise that the much rumored PlayStation 3 model debuted this evening at Tokyo Game Show.

Sleeker and slimmer, the new PS3 comes in "charcoal black," but Japan gets the super-special "classic white" option. Sony says that the internal volume and weight of the new PS3 is less than half of the original system. It's 20 percent and 25 percent less volume/weight compared to the current PS3 Slim.

Different regions will see different versions of the systems along with different prices.

North America

250GB - $269 (Bundle Only) - September 25th
500GB - $299 - October 30th

Europe and PAL Territories

Flash Memory 12GB - 229 Euros - October 12th
500GB - 299 Euros - September 28th

Japan

250GB - 24,900 Yen - October 4th
500GB - 29,800 Yen - October 4th

Link (http://www.ign.com/articles/2012/09/19/tgs-new-playstation-3-model-is-official)

[JBHuskers]

What about the 1TB model? ;)

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[I OU a Beatn]

Going back to the top loading drive, huh?

I don't see the point of this really. It's virtually the same price, so why even bother wasting time manufacturing the new design? Oh well, I don't need to buy one. I'm already on my 4th and just a month ago it became the first one to last more than a year and a week, and it's still chugging right along. Knock on wood.

[CLW]

What about the 1TB model? ;)

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That one only cost you less than $100 :nod:


Going back to the top loading drive, huh?

I don't see the point of this really. It's virtually the same price, so why even bother wasting time manufacturing the new design? Oh well, I don't need to buy one. I'm already on my 4th and just a month ago it became the first one to last more than a year and a week, and it's still chugging right along. Knock on wood.

It's odd I've owned all three PSs from basically launch and all 3 of them survived until I threw them away when I upgraded to the next-generation.

[I OU a Beatn]

Everyone tells me I have the opposite happen of what happens for everyone else. I've had 2 360s and I've never had one break. I had a launch 360 last me clear up until I got my Gears of War 3 version slim last winter and the only reason I upgraded at that point was because of an amazing deal. It was still working just fine and so far my Gears one has been great...no problems.

On the flip side, I had a launch PS3 die after a year a couple days. I had another fat model die after a year and a few days. I then even went as far as having a slim die after only a year and 5 or 6 days. It was the bluray drive each and every single time. That's one of the reasons I can't wait until Microsoft and Sony both start becoming more accepting of digital content delivery.

[SmoothPancakes]

It's odd I've owned all three PSs from basically launch and all 3 of them survived until I threw them away when I upgraded to the next-generation.

My PS worked for years upon years, and my PS2 that I got back around 2001 or 2002 still works like a champ.


Everyone tells me I have the opposite happen of what happens for everyone else. I've had 2 360s and I've never had one break. I had a launch 360 last me clear up until I got my Gears of War 3 version slim last winter and the only reason I upgraded at that point was because of an amazing deal. It was still working just fine and so far my Gears one has been great...no problems.

On the flip side, I had a launch PS3 die after a year a couple days. I had another fat model die after a year and a few days. I then even went as far as having a slim die after only a year and 5 or 6 days. It was the bluray drive each and every single time. That's one of the reasons I can't wait until Microsoft and Sony both start becoming more accepting of digital content delivery.

Yeah, I've had pretty good luck with my 360s. My first 360, the disc drive started going bad after a couple years, getting stuck and being a bitch to actually get to open up to remove or insert discs, but other than that, there were no issues with it. And no problems whatsoever so far with my new 360 slim that I got last year. Some of my friends with 360s have had 3 or 4 of 5 different 360s since launch.

[I OU a Beatn]

Yeah, I've had pretty good luck with my 360s. My first 360, the disc drive started going bad after a couple years, getting stuck and being a bitch to actually get to open up to remove or insert discs, but other than that, there were no issues with it. And no problems whatsoever so far with my new 360 slim that I got last year. Some of my friends with 360s have had 3 or 4 of 5 different 360s since launch.

I've always had a theory that while there were design flaws that caused overheating, a lot of the issues with 360s dying(especially 4 or 5 times or more) were user caused, aka not giving the back of the system enough room to blow air or even sitting the thing on carpet. I've always given all my systems plenty of room to breathe on a wooden surface and I've never, ever had any overheating problems of any kind. I think if people would actually learn how to take care of their shit, there would have been a lot less broken 360s.

I mean, I've heard of people going through 7 or 8 360s in a 5 year period. There's absolutely no way they're not doing something to break it themselves.

Also, this thing is pretty!

http://img.gawkerassets.com/img/17zkfj5uysq12jpg/xlarge.jpg

[JBHuskers]

I've only went through one PS3 and one 360. My fat PS3 got the YLOD, but I sold it for $150 on eBay. My first 360 was used, and two weeks later RROD'd, but the seller offered a 30 day warranty thankfully, and that other system is still kicking as I sold it to CDJ when I bought an Elite. I use an old school wooden TV cart to put both systems on.

[gschwendt]

I'm technically on my 4th.



My first console I returned within 30 days because my USB ports wouldn't work.
I replaced my second one around the time slims were launched because I was afraid it was failing when it would freeze at the exact same spot on LBP every time despite every troubleshooting step, plus Gamestop was having a big trade-in credit.
Most recently I replaced my 3rd one last year because if I removed a disc, I would have to finagle with it in order to play a Blu-Ray disc and around that time Amazon had a good sale so I jumped on it.

[SmoothPancakes]

I've always had a theory that while there were design flaws that caused overheating, a lot of the issues with 360s dying(especially 4 or 5 times or more) were user caused, aka not giving the back of the system enough room to blow air or even sitting the thing on carpet. I've always given all my systems plenty of room to breathe on a wooden surface and I've never, ever had any overheating problems of any kind. I think if people would actually learn how to take care of their shit, there would have been a lot less broken 360s.

I mean, I've heard of people going through 7 or 8 360s in a 5 year period. There's absolutely no way they're not doing something to break it themselves.

Yeah, I've always kept my 360s off by themselves with my game collection on a wooden desk next to my TV/entertainment center. It's sitting on top so it's completely open air, nothing around it on any side, nothing that would cause it to overheat. Plus I have a floor fan in the same room that I almost always have running on at least low to keep air circulating and to just keep the room cooled down in general.

[I OU a Beatn]

Did they have an update that increased the time it takes to install a downloaded game or something? It takes FOREVER for my games to install. I just installed a 108MB game and it took 2 minutes. I realize that may not sound like much, but for a file that small, that's a really long time. Anything over 1GB easily takes 15 minutes. Maybe it's because I haven't used my PS3 in awhile, but I don't remember it taking anywhere near that long to install anything.

[JBHuskers]

Did they have an update that increased the time it takes to install a downloaded game or something? It takes FOREVER for my games to install. I just installed a 108MB game and it took 2 minutes. I realize that may not sound like much, but for a file that small, that's a really long time. Anything over 1GB easily takes 15 minutes. Maybe it's because I haven't used my PS3 in awhile, but I don't remember it taking anywhere near that long to install anything.

I noticed this, but I was chalking it up to my new HDD.

[I OU a Beatn]

Figured out my problem. It only goes that slow when I'm downloading something else while installing. That makes absolutely no sense whatsoever, but okay.

[JBHuskers]

Figured out my problem. It only goes that slow when I'm downloading something else while installing. That makes absolutely no sense whatsoever, but okay.

:nod:

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[CLW]

http://youtu.be/nwOsZbZYZTE?hd=1

[JBHuskers]

Unboxing. Porn for gamers. :nod:

[CLW]

Unboxing. Porn for gamers. :nod:

Looked like a POS to me. My fatty has

#1 larger hard drive :nod:
#2 more USB ports :nod:
#3 Backwards Compatible :nod:

I mean seriously who cares about the cheesy top loading disc and the "super slim" design? It's a F'n video game console that sits on my desk.

[gschwendt]

I don't like that top-loading disc at all. For one, my console sits in my TV stand without too much room above it. I could fit my hand & game in there, but it wouldn't be comfortable. Added, it gives it a cheap feel to it. I hope I never have to replace my current console. If so, I'll probably just pay the repair fee.

[I OU a Beatn]

That spring loaded disc cover is going to be the first thing to break. That looks like a cheap piece of junk.

[JBHuskers]

I don't like top loaders either. Better chance of ruining the lens. Especially if you swap out games a lot.

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[JBHuskers]

http://img.gawkerassets.com/img/17zkfj5uysq12jpg/xlarge.jpg

The new PS3 reminds me of the 1980's clock radios...

http://forums.watchuseek.com/attachments/f73/747714d1340742908-need-new-alarm-clock-radio-ge_7-4800a.jpg

[SmoothPancakes]

PS3 STILL doesn't ship with HDMI cables in the box? :fp: That is one thing I loved with the 360, I never owned a HDMI cable until I bought my HDTV back in 2008 and got my first 360, never had to worry about having to go out and buy one.

Agreed with you guys, that top loader looks horrible and looks cheap as shit. If you change games a whole bunch, guaranteed that ends up breaking at some point. And no backwards compatible? Yeah, screw that. If I were to ever buy a PS3, I'm going for one of the current ones, screw the super slims.

[JBHuskers]

Yah. Zero interest.

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[CLW]

Lol just out of curiosity what do you guys think I could get out in the "free market" for a launch (i.e. "fat" but backwards compatible) PS3 with an upgraded 1 TB hard drive?

I gotta bet its prob (or at least "should") be worth more than this "super slim" PS3

[skipwondah33]

I went through 1 PS3. Bought my original FAT one back in 2006 I believe? After 2 of my 360's crapped out.

My FAT one went out twice, once the beginning of this year and just recently about a month or so ago. Was able to fix it with no problem but still decided to get a new slim one 2 weeks ago.

Of course I took meticulously good care of mine, cleaning it out every so often, letting it "cool" a bit before shutting it down, etc. Although I didn't do that the entire time of owning it, probably the last 3 years or so.

[ram29jackson]

now the ps3 screws up with madden in it when you try to log out/turn off from psn account management ....? sigh

[JeffHCross]

I've always had a theory that while there were design flaws that caused overheating, a lot of the issues with 360s dying(especially 4 or 5 times or more) were user caused, aka not giving the back of the system enough room to blow air or even sitting the thing on carpet.I'm guilty of that. It wasn't obvious to me, until my launch PS3 YLOD'd, how little air flow was going through it. Not like a PC, where I knew exactly what was going on internally (how many fans I had, internal temp, etc).

My friend's 360 RROD'd when I was trying to install a Guitar Hero that was failing to play from the disc to her HD. It was on the carpet, but I don't think that was the cause. I think it was just a freak thing.


Figured out my problem. It only goes that slow when I'm downloading something else while installing. That makes absolutely no sense whatsoever, but okay.It's probably poor memory management. Since the PS3 has so little on-board memory, it's probably struggling to keep the memory locations in cache.

[I OU a Beatn]

Look at what just showed up:

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51GUZaVNaOL._SL500_AA300_.jpg

I can't wait to begin wanting to smash my own face in while playing God of War III in whatever they call their hardest mode.

By the way, I love these collections. I'm probably going to end up having most of them since I never got around to playing a lot of them when they were released individually.

[skipwondah33]

Nice may have to get this. Love the GOW series.

Of course I am fan of Greek Mythology anyway

[JBHuskers]

Look at what just showed up:

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51GUZaVNaOL._SL500_AA300_.jpg

I can't wait to begin wanting to smash my own face in while playing God of War III in whatever they call their hardest mode.

By the way, I love these collections. I'm probably going to end up having most of them since I never got around to playing a lot of them when they were released individually.

:+1:

95% of my gaming on PS2, especially on the tail end of the console was sports gaming. I just got the Ratchet And Clank Collection too, another series I haven't played.

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[skipwondah33]

now the ps3 screws up with madden in it when you try to log out/turn off from psn account management ....? sighThis hasn't happened to me. Played last night and logged out, quit game with no problem.

I was having the problem with all games not just Madden prior to doing that method.

[I OU a Beatn]

How do you quit from Madden on PS3 then? I ended up swapping copies because my stupid 360 wont stay connected to my WiFi anymore, and every time I quit the game it quadruple x 12 beeps my PS3 until it turns off.

Yeah, JB, 90% of my PS2 gaming was good ol' NCAA Football. The other 10% was the amazing SOCOM II.

[JeffHCross]

I just got the Ratchet And Clank Collection too, another series I haven't played. You were missing out. Glad to hear you picked it up ... personally I think the Ratchet & Clank series was the best first-party series on PS2, and the PS3 series upped the ante. If R&C had come out (and been technically feasible) on the PS1, I think Rachet (or Clank) would be the PS mascot.

Yes, I'm a huge, undeniable fanboi of the series.

[CLW]

You were missing out. Glad to hear you picked it up ... personally I think the Ratchet & Clank series was the best first-party series on PS2, and the PS3 series upped the ante. If R&C had come out (and been technically feasible) on the PS1, I think Rachet (or Clank) would be the PS mascot.

Yes, I'm a huge, undeniable fanboi of the series.

I just played one when I got the game for free on PS3 and I honestly couldn't stop playing it. Reminded me of a Mega Man like experience from the NES days but with a TON of funny humor in the cut scenes/story line.

[JeffHCross]

I just played one when I got the game for free on PS3 and I honestly couldn't stop playing it. Reminded me of a Mega Man like experience from the NES days but with a TON of funny humor in the cut scenes/story line.I saw you said that, but wasn't totally sure you were talking about it ... just because I didn't get the Mega Man connection. Now that I think about it, it makes sense. And yeah, the humor is the best. And it's only gotten better as the years have gone by. I'm definitely looking forward to playing the HD collection and replaying Crack in Time.

[I OU a Beatn]

I've only played a Crack in Time and I had a blast with that so I'm sure I'll be picking up that collection once I'm done with God of War. Sony is genius for releasing these collections. I almost creamed my pants when they announced the original Killzone in HD with trophy support and I'm looking forward to that coming out next month more so than I am any other game in the foreseeable future. If they really want to impress me, give me a SOCOM collection with 1 & 2 with a HD overhaul, trophies, and then online for S2 WITHOUT MESSING WITH IT. I've heard rumors of them doing something involving the past SOCOM games, especially recently, so my fingers are crossed.

[JBHuskers]

I've only played a Crack in Time and I had a blast with that so I'm sure I'll be picking up that collection once I'm done with God of War. Sony is genius for releasing these collections. I almost creamed my pants when they announced the original Killzone in HD with trophy support and I'm looking forward to that coming out next month more so than I am any other game in the foreseeable future. If they really want to impress me, give me a SOCOM collection with 1 & 2 with a HD overhaul, trophies, and then online for S2 WITHOUT MESSING WITH IT. I've heard rumors of them doing something involving the past SOCOM games, especially recently, so my fingers are crossed.

Yeah I'm def getting KZ1. And would cream my pants at a SOCOM HD Collection.

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[SmoothPancakes]

I would be willing to seriously buy a PS3 if they released a SOCOM HD collection. I still have SOCOM and SOCOM II sitting in a box somewhere. My PS2 is still hooked up and sitting on top of my DVD player. I may have to hunt down SOCOM II sometime and relive some of the past spent playing it.

[I OU a Beatn]

I would be willing to seriously buy a PS3 if they released a SOCOM HD collection. I still have SOCOM and SOCOM II sitting in a box somewhere. My PS2 is still hooked up and sitting on top of my DVD player. I may have to hunt down SOCOM II sometime and relive some of the past spent playing it.

Well I don't want to start a conspiracy theory, but all signs are pointing to an imminent remake. I follow SOCOM very closely and while it once appeared that the stars would have to align to get Sony to realize how much everyone loves the old SOCOM games, it appears they're starting to align.

On the Blog.Share where people share what they want, SOCOM I and II remakes have been at the top since the beginning of the program. Items like God of War and Ico remakes were on the list but behind SOCOM and they got made, so it makes you think Sony does actually listen to that feedback. Shortly after Zipper Interactive was shut down, one of the old employees of the team made an account on the SOCOM forums and posted about how they were basically forced to create a Call of Duty clone with S4 by Sony. When asked whether they were looking at an HD remake while he was there, he very clearly stated Sony had begun looking at the code for a possible remake months prior.

A few months after the closing of Zipper Interactive, the Sony President literally said "SOCOM is not dead" and that was only a few months ago.

Then when Sony made a blog post about the recently announced "Playstation Collections," one of the users asked about a possible collection with the old SOCOM games. Not only did he get a response, but it was a juicy little cryptic response:


Thanks for the heads up Cristian ! I’ll be sure to play these! Theres far to much focus on realism and graphics now days! Its great to be able to have that old school gameplay back! Its would be awesome to get a HD SOCOM US NAVY SEALS! The new socoms just dont even compare to the amazing gameplay of socom 1 and 2! Are there any plans for this Cristian? Thanks in advance!


I couldn’t tell you, even if I knew. We will have more to add to this line, though. That’s all I can say =)

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As if all these recent comments/events weren't enough, just last month Sony FINALLY shut down the servers for all the PS2 SOCOM games right on the 10th anniversary of the first game. Like I said, I very well could be wrong, but it seems as though the stars are aligning to me.

[SmoothPancakes]

Sweet. Yeah, after listening to the peanut gallery all summer about how I should buy a PS3 because of the sports games, SOCOM and SOCOM II alone would convince me to buy one. I could not even possibly try to count the hours and hours and hours I spent playing those games back in the day.

[psusnoop]

Sweet. Yeah, after listening to the peanut gallery all summer about how I should buy a PS3 because of the sports games, SOCOM and SOCOM II alone would convince me to buy one. I could not even possibly try to count the hours and hours and hours I spent playing those games back in the day.

Well shit, if it was that easy to convince you ill start making up random stuff and floating it on the boards on the web to convince you to buy a PS3 haha

[SmoothPancakes]

Well shit, if it was that easy to convince you ill start making up random stuff and floating it on the boards on the web to convince you to buy a PS3 haha

:D Yeah, I could not even possibly count the hours I spent playing SOCOM and SOCOM II back in the day. Some of the most fun I ever had on PS2. If they brought them back as part of a collection and in HD, I would buy a PS3 for that collection.

[JBHuskers]

:D Yeah, I could not even possibly count the hours I spent playing SOCOM and SOCOM II back in the day. Some of the most fun I ever had on PS2. If they brought them back as part of a collection and in HD, I would buy a PS3 for that collection.

Then you could buy Tiger for PS3 too :nod:

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[I OU a Beatn]

Anyone ever heard of Tokyo Jungle? It comes out this Tuesday on PSN and if you haven't heard of it, look it up. It's one of those games that I shouldn't care about but do because of how stupid/weird it sounds. :D

[JBHuskers]

Anyone ever heard of Tokyo Jungle? It comes out this Tuesday on PSN and if you haven't heard of it, look it up. It's one of those games that I shouldn't care about but do because of how stupid/weird it sounds. :D

Are there jungles in Tokyo?

IGN Review:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-xRSWQUIfxo

[JBHuskers]

:D I think I'm sold on this game

[psusnoop]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1R9MYMPaClQ&feature=g-u-u

[I OU a Beatn]

Original Mass Effect Coming to PS3 via Mass Effect Trilogy (http://gamingeverything.com/29862/mass-effect-trilogy-compilation-announced-360pc-in-november-ps3-version-at-a-later-date/)

http://img20.imageshack.us/img20/8127/originaltd.png

[JBHuskers]

Original Mass Effect Coming to PS3 via Mass Effect Trilogy (http://gamingeverything.com/29862/mass-effect-trilogy-compilation-announced-360pc-in-november-ps3-version-at-a-later-date/)

http://img20.imageshack.us/img20/8127/originaltd.png

Very cool. I'm still in the middle of the first one :D

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[JeffHCross]

Original Mass Effect Coming to PS3 via Mass Effect Trilogy (http://gamingeverything.com/29862/mass-effect-trilogy-compilation-announced-360pc-in-november-ps3-version-at-a-later-date/)Well, there goes any plans to buy Mass Effect 3 for Black Friday, or to replay Mass Effect 2 anytime soon. :D :D :D

[souljahbill]

My favorite new IP this generation easily and I wasn't introduced to the series until the PS3 GotY edition of ME2.

[I OU a Beatn]

Also, forgot to mention, the PS3 version of Mass Effect 1 will be sold separately via PSN and yes, it'll have glorious trophies. I personally plan to get the whole bundle...I don't have any of the games on PS3 nor have I played any of them on PS3.

Here's to hoping Left 4 Dead eventually hops over to PS3, too.

[JeffHCross]

Also, forgot to mention, the PS3 version of Mass Effect 1 will be sold separately via PSNDebating whether or not the bundle will be less than ME1 + ME3 at that point. I guess it depends on how much they choose to charge for ME1. ME3 on Black Friday could still be a good call (since I already have ME2).

I thought it looked like the bundle had "extras", but upon further review it doesn't look like it.

[JBHuskers]

I'm not getting the bundle, but ME1 standalone I'd get.

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[JeffHCross]

This may be one of those placeholder dates that's not legit, but Amazon has the PS3 version of METrilogy on 12/31/12.

However, since that's a Monday I'm not particularly inclined to believe it.

[JBHuskers]

This may be one of those placeholder dates that's not legit, but Amazon has the PS3 version of METrilogy on 12/31/12.

However, since that's a Monday I'm not particularly inclined to believe it.

Yeah, anytime you see a 12/31 release date, it's a placeholder 95% of the time.

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[I OU a Beatn]

Spend $100 in the PS Store during the Month of October and get $20 Back (http://www.analoghype.com/video-games/playstation-3-news/psn-in-october-spend-100-and-get-20-in-return/)

[JBHuskers]

I'm not sure if this was in the original release, but just saw this on Joystiq from yesterday:

The original Mass Effect will launch as a digital standalone on PSN on the same day the Trilogy launches for PS3, for $15.

[JeffHCross]

I'm not sure if this was in the original release, but just saw this on Joystiq from yesterday:

The original Mass Effect will launch as a digital standalone on PSN on the same day the Trilogy launches for PS3, for $15.The price wasn't in there, thanks! Makes it easier to do the math ... I should be able to get the digital ME and ME3 for considerably less than Trilogy.

Joystiq also detailed the DLC that will be included with Trilogy (though PS3 is still TBD): http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/30/mass-effect-trilogy-dlc-gets-down-on-pc-and-xbox-360-ps3-info-t/

[JBHuskers]

PSN Store getting a facelift 10/23. Looks very XBOX-ish.

http://www.joystiq.com/2012/10/11/psn-store-refresh-october-17-for-pal-october-23-in-na/

http://www.blogcdn.com/www.joystiq.com/media/2012/10/psnupdate530-1349960783.jpg

[I OU a Beatn]

I'm glad it looks Xbox-ish. It looks WAY better than the old store. That thing was straight garbage.

[JeffHCross]

Couldn't care less about the front-end (I don't mind the front page), because if they don't figure out how to make their content easier to find, any front-end change won't matter. Their "New Releases" used to be easy. "PS Plus" used to be easy. Now both are horribly difficult to sort through. If it wasn't for IGN's summary of all the changes to the Store, I wouldn't have a clue what was new on the Store, because I can't tell one thing from another.

[I OU a Beatn]

It's supposed to be easier to find stuff, at least from all the reviews I've read. I agree, though, it's a HUGE pain to find anything. There's also virtually no advertising from within the store itself. New and big releases need to be promoted more from within the store itself. I think that's a "duh" statement, but it's something Sony apparently has trouble with.

[JeffHCross]

I actually disagree. I think there's plenty of advertisement inside the store. But they could do it more ... efficiently.

[I OU a Beatn]

I actually disagree. I think there's plenty of advertisement inside the store. But they could do it more ... efficiently.

Yeah, that's probably a better way to put it. I don't know, I like the look of the new design much better than the old. I've read it's more functional and smoother as well, so those are huge pluses.

The one thing I never understood, though...why was there so much blue before? Playstation has always been black and it just makes more sense to have a darker set of colors for your store design, which is why I was always baffled by the bright blue. It looks so much better.

Hint to Sony: do the same to the Vita store. As bad as the old PS3 store was, the Vita store is even worse. Way worse.

[CLW]

http://youtu.be/-yH7OECd0N4

Video of the new look store. Looks pretty good to me. Hopefully, its simple to get to the free PS+ games still.

[I OU a Beatn]

They launched it for Europe and within a few hours had to revert to the old store because everything was broken and nothing would load. You have to give it to Sony, if there's a way to mess something up, they often find the way and execute it flawlessly.

[cdj]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=hcI5KSji8QQ

The date shown at the end of the ad is October 23, 2012, which is the date the new PlayStation Store design is set to go live in North America.

[CLW]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=hcI5KSji8QQ

The date shown at the end of the ad is October 23, 2012, which is the date the new PlayStation Store design is set to go live in North America.

Another FPS? Or is it more like Uncharted?

[gschwendt]

Another FPS? Or is it more like Uncharted?
I'm betting it's another ad campaign like the one where all of the game characters were together. That actually looks a bit like the lobby.


And yes, actually it's the same woman... 27 seconds in.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mdWkKKSckNk

[JBHuskers]

On the surface, the store update looks nice.

[CLW]

I'm betting it's another ad campaign like the one where all of the game characters were together. That actually looks a bit like the lobby.


And yes, actually it's the same woman... 27 seconds in.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mdWkKKSckNk

Nice catch. I don't recognize her from another game but that doesn't necessarily mean anything either.

[JBHuskers]

Firmware update 4.30 set to go tonight. It'll be an update that really only pertains to Beatn and myself I guess :D

http://www.ign.com/articles/2012/10/22/new-ps3-update-unifies-trophies-retires-life-with-playstation

A new firmware update is incoming for PlayStation 3. The update, outlined by Sony, affects two things: Trophies and Life With PlayStation.

For starters, firmware update 4.30 will change how Trophies are viewed on PlayStation 3. The Trophy list will be moved on the CrossMediaBar (XMB) from the Games list to the PlayStation Network list. And most interestingly, Trophies earned on PlayStation Vita will finally be viewable on PlayStation 3. As it stands right now, you can see PS3 and Vita Trophies on Vita, but only PS3 Trophies on PS3, even if you’re using the same username across both machines.

http://oyster.ignimgs.com/wordpress/stg.ign.com/2012/10/8107621731_e358c6bf92_z-610x343.jpg

Additionally, update 4.30 will usher in the final weeks of the Life With PlayStation application and its primary purpose -- the Folding@home service -- a collaboration between Sony and Stanford University. Folding@home was a way for idle PS3 users to lend “computation hours” to the university as it researched ailments such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s. According to Sony, over 15 million gamers lent over 100 million “computation hours” to Stanford University’s research.

Update 4.30 will go live on Tuesday, October 23rd. Life With PlayStation, as well as Folding@home, will end completely in November.

[JBHuskers]

Firmware update 4.30 set to go tonight. It'll be an update that really only pertains to Beatn and myself I guess :D

http://www.ign.com/articles/2012/10/22/new-ps3-update-unifies-trophies-retires-life-with-playstation

A new firmware update is incoming for PlayStation 3. The update, outlined by Sony, affects two things: Trophies and Life With PlayStation.

For starters, firmware update 4.30 will change how Trophies are viewed on PlayStation 3. The Trophy list will be moved on the CrossMediaBar (XMB) from the Games list to the PlayStation Network list. And most interestingly, Trophies earned on PlayStation Vita will finally be viewable on PlayStation 3. As it stands right now, you can see PS3 and Vita Trophies on Vita, but only PS3 Trophies on PS3, even if you’re using the same username across both machines.

http://oyster.ignimgs.com/wordpress/stg.ign.com/2012/10/8107621731_e358c6bf92_z-610x343.jpg

Additionally, update 4.30 will usher in the final weeks of the Life With PlayStation application and its primary purpose -- the Folding@home service -- a collaboration between Sony and Stanford University. Folding@home was a way for idle PS3 users to lend “computation hours” to the university as it researched ailments such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s. According to Sony, over 15 million gamers lent over 100 million “computation hours” to Stanford University’s research.

Update 4.30 will go live on Tuesday, October 23rd. Life With PlayStation, as well as Folding@home, will end completely in November.

[CLW]

Saw an article on CNet saying Life / Folding@home was coming to a close. Not really sure why trophies "needed" to be moved but whatever.

[souljahbill]

Why are they getting rid of Folding?

[JBHuskers]

Saw an article on CNet saying Life / Folding@home was coming to a close. Not really sure why trophies "needed" to be moved but whatever.

Not sure, but at least I can see my Vita trophies on PS3 now :up:

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[JeffHCross]

Why are they getting rid of Folding?Because people like Ram didn't even know what it was ;)

Sucks. I like projects like Folding@Home and SETI@home because they make me feel like I'm doing something good while leaving my PC/PS3 on. Sigh.

[SmoothPancakes]

Because people like Ram didn't even know what it was ;)

Sucks. I like projects like Folding@Home and SETI@home because they make me feel like I'm doing something good while leaving my PC/PS3 on. Sigh.

Sweet. I knew about Folding@Home, but I hadn't heard about SETI@home before. Looked it up earlier, downloaded and installed, and while I am using my PC right now (using it minimally as I'm playing FIFA Soccer on my 360 currently, have SETI@home running right now. Thanks for mentioning that. I'll have to look through all of the projects they have listed in the BOINC Manager, see if there's anything else of interest I might consider adding to the workload with SETI.

[JeffHCross]

Glad to hear it, Smooth.

[SmoothPancakes]

Glad to hear it, Smooth.

Yep. I went through the list in BOINC Manager, I currently have SETI@home and Orbit@home (near earth asteroid stuff) sharing resources on my PC. I for the most part have my PC on and running 24/7, with the exception of a couple times a week I put it in hibernate mode while I'm out of town, so yeah, this will at least let me put my PC to good use instead of it just sitting there running unused.

[JBHuskers]

Well the 1TB HDD is not working out for me. System errored out again when trying to install the update. Hopefully Newegg gives me a refund. I was able to use my old HDD to get out of the install loop, and was able to boot onto the TB HDD and do a backup. When I get home from work tonight I'll restore the system onto my old 320GB HDD.

[psusnoop]

Oh man boo on that big time!! Good luck!

[JBHuskers]

Oh man boo on that big time!! Good luck!

Thanks! I think I'm past the luck stage. Just need to restore onto the old hdd.

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[CLW]

Well the 1TB HDD is not working out for me. System errored out again when trying to install the update. Hopefully Newegg gives me a refund. I was able to use my old HDD to get out of the install loop, and was able to boot onto the TB HDD and do a backup. When I get home from work tonight I'll restore the system onto my old 320GB HDD.

Odd I've had ZERO problems with mine. KNOCK ON WOOD.

[JBHuskers]

Odd I've had ZERO problems with mine. KNOCK ON WOOD.

Yeah I dunno what it was. If the specs didn't have enough to handle the PS3 or what. Saving, downloading, playing....all were just fine except FIFA 13 replays were choppy, and I think the HDD was the cause of that too. Oh well, I guess I'll just have to manage my smaller HDD closer and try to not be a hoarder of PSN games and try to knock some of them completely out :D at least the PSN download system is great to where you can go back and re-download, I just wish they had a search feature within your downloads.

[JeffHCross]

I just wish they had a search feature within your downloads.:+1:

[I OU a Beatn]

I don't care about a search feature really, but I would really like them to organize it into "Games," "DLC," "Avatars," "Themes," and "Demos." As it is now on both PS3 and 360, there is literally zero organization. It makes it a real chore to find things when you have several hundred items in your list.

[JeffHCross]

Agreed. If not a search (or instead of), categories would be welcome. I couldn't have less interest in downloading old demos, but you have to wade through them.

[I OU a Beatn]

Agreed. If not a search (or instead of), categories would be welcome. I couldn't have less interest in downloading old demos, but you have to wade through them.

Exactly. There's really no need for demos to be on your download list and yet they are for both PS3 and 360, so you have to scroll your way through them. They're both in definite need of being updated. Whenever Sony was showing off the new store the last couple of weeks, the guy behind it did mention they were looking into enhancing the download list, so there's hope.

When you have 2 accounts with hundreds and maybe even 1,000+ items, it's a nightmare to manage.

[JBHuskers]

Looks like I'm back up and running.

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[JeffHCross]

Exactly. There's really no need for demos to be on your download listWell, I don't agree that there's no reason (because I have re-downloaded demos in the past), but I would like if there was an easy way to eliminate them from the list. Categories would be very welcome.

[CLW]

Yeah I dunno what it was. If the specs didn't have enough to handle the PS3 or what. Saving, downloading, playing....all were just fine except FIFA 13 replays were choppy, and I think the HDD was the cause of that too. Oh well, I guess I'll just have to manage my smaller HDD closer and try to not be a hoarder of PSN games and try to knock some of them completely out :D at least the PSN download system is great to where you can go back and re-download, I just wish they had a search feature within your downloads.

If you are still interested I can link you to the exact 1TB hard drive that I purchased.

[JBHuskers]

If you are still interested I can link you to the exact 1TB hard drive that I purchased.

I think I'm just going to stick with the 320GB for now. After cleanup, I have about 120GB free on it right now. Plus I'm tired of messing with it, with as much as I've had to the past couple months with the switch to it, then having to reformat it and redownload everything, etc. Thanks though.

[JeffHCross]

CLW, send me the link. I may not get a TB, but I do think an upgrade would be a good idea sometime soon.

[CLW]

CLW, send me the link. I may not get a TB, but I do think an upgrade would be a good idea sometime soon.

PM'd you the link for the hard drive that I purchased from Amazon. I got this one b/c I noticed several of the reviews used the drive for a PS3 upgrade.

[JBHuskers]

PM'd you the link for the hard drive that I purchased from Amazon. I got this one b/c I noticed several of the reviews used the drive for a PS3 upgrade.

Go ahead and PM me too.

If I get a wild hair up my ass or start pushing the capacity sometime down the road next year. I'm just not going to deal with it for a while though.

[CLW]

Go ahead and PM me too.

If I get a wild hair up my ass or start pushing the capacity sometime down the road next year. I'm just not going to deal with it for a while though.

Sent.

[JBHuskers]

Sent.

:up:

Maybe tax time next year or later on if the need arises, I might go for it. Oh well, at least my computer now has an extra TB of hard drive space :D

[JeffHCross]

Also, forgot to mention, the PS3 version of Mass Effect 1 will be sold separately via PSN and yes, it'll have glorious trophies. I personally plan to get the whole bundle...I don't have any of the games on PS3 nor have I played any of them on PS3.Amazon.ca and other retailers had previously listed release dates in mid-February for the PS3 version of ME Trilogy. Amazon.com has recently changed their release date to Tuesday, December 4.

[JBHuskers]

New store today.

[gschwendt]

New store today.
Or last week, whichever comes first.

[JBHuskers]

Or last week, whichever comes first.

It sure wasn't last Tuesday. Sounds like it was a couple days ago.

[CLW]

It sure wasn't last Tuesday. Sounds like it was a couple days ago.

Yeah last week (Don't recall the day) I noticed the new format. It looks sharp but it isn't as easy to get to the PS+ section.

[JBHuskers]

Yeah last week (Don't recall the day) I noticed the new format. It looks sharp but it isn't as easy to get to the PS+ section.

They're gonna make you work for that shit.

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[JeffHCross]

Yeah last week (Don't recall the day) I noticed the new format. It looks sharp but it isn't as easy to get to the PS+ section.Games -> PS Plus. Isn't as bad as I thought it would be at first :D

[JBHuskers]

Not sure if it is the file system, overheating, or my blu ray drive went out, but my Tiger game wouldn't progress between holes, it was stuck on the loading, but the loading circle was still moving.

I rebooted, and put in a disc, it would try to read, make an ejecting noise but not eject the disc, and still not read it.

Trying to restore the file system and OS system if that doesn't work.

[I OU a Beatn]

Does the little loading circle in the top right just keep going when you put in the disc? If so, probably bluray drive. If it happens with all your discs, I'd say it's definitely a bluray drive.

[JBHuskers]

Does the little loading circle in the top right just keep going when you put in the disc? If so, probably bluray drive. If it happens with all your discs, I'd say it's definitely a bluray drive.

No loading circle appears at all. I was talking about the loading circle in Tiger still going, so the game wasn't froze at all, it was just sitting there at a load screen.

[JBHuskers]

I'm going to try to rebuild the database and then try rebuilding the OS since rebuilding the file system didn't work. If those two don't work then I'll just turn it off for a while and see if it works after cooling down a bit.

[JBHuskers]

Well a good local company (from friend's accounts) charges only $50 to fix. I'm doing a complete format and restore my backup files. If that doesn't work then I'll take it to the shop.

[jaymo76]

I am loving the YOU TUBE app download from the new PS3 STORE. I have it linked to my ipad two and the streaming is perfect. Better than that though, I put on a video for the kids and then I can still use the ipad to surf, work, etc. Great addition!

[I OU a Beatn]

JB, how is Tokyo Jungle? I saw it's on sale this week. Fun or does it get boring after an hour or two?

[JBHuskers]

JB, how is Tokyo Jungle? I saw it's on sale this week. Fun or does it get boring after an hour or two?

I like it. But I can see how some people might get bored with it after a while. There are a lot of different animals to mess with though.

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[CLW]

http://youtu.be/Ybdz8FP0bD0

Wow these guys are DORKS!

[JeffHCross]

They're professional video game journalists. Duh?

[JBHuskers]

Good news if you're leery of having your credit card on the PS3:

PayPal now a payment option for North American PSN users (http://www.joystiq.com/2013/01/20/psa-paypal-now-a-payment-option-for-north-american-psn-users/)

[JBHuskers]

Has anyone had problems this past week trying to download patches? I have had a few various games where a 15MB patch takes forever instead of less than a minute.

[gschwendt]

PSN store now available on the web...

https://store.sonyentertainmentnetwork.com/#!/en-us/home/main

Only problem is that it doesn't appear that you can queue items to download.

[JBHuskers]

Well there is a problem with the PSN. Like I said, simple small patches were taking forever to download. Well I fired up DC Universe Online, and within 45 minutes I had 2 GB downloaded in the huge in-game update.

[I OU a Beatn]

Only problem is that it doesn't appear that you can queue items to download.

Wow.

[morsdraconis]

I wish I had a PS3 just to play Ni No Kuni. That game looks SO much fun.

[JBHuskers]

I wish I had a PS3 just to play Ni No Kuni. That game looks SO much fun.

Yeah I have it on my wishlist. Everyone is raving about it.

[morsdraconis]

Yeah I have it on my wishlist. Everyone is raving about it.

Well, I've been watching someone play through it (they're only like an hour into it) but the combat is interestingly different and the world is AWESOME looking. It's like playing a different story in a Hayao Miyazaki (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hayao_Miyazaki) world, which is fuckin' AMAZING.

[JBHuskers]

Well, I've been watching someone play through it (they're only like an hour into it) but the combat is interestingly different and the world is AWESOME looking. It's like playing a different story in a Hayao Miyazaki (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hayao_Miyazaki) world, which is fuckin' AMAZING.

Lots are saying it's the best JRPG in a long long time.

[JBHuskers]

Magically patches are downloading with the speed they should. Yet Sony said it was magically my fault even though nothing changed :fp: oh well at least it works again.

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[CLW]

http://youtu.be/pvnpQaKcn28

[JBHuskers]

I'd tease her.

[I OU a Beatn]

I'd almost be willing to bet money it's God of War considering that looks an awful lot like Kratos' dead wife and the eye at the end looks like his. Doesn't really make any sense, though, considering it releases in March and virtually everything has been announced already. My best 2 guesses are a single player trailer(which I don't think has been released yet) or God of War Vita.

Easily my favorite franchise so I'm hoping for the latter. There could never been too much God of War.

[JBHuskers]

I'd almost be willing to bet money it's God of War considering that looks an awful lot like Kratos' dead wife and the eye at the end looks like his. Doesn't really make any sense, though, considering it releases in March and virtually everything has been announced already. My best 2 guesses are a single player trailer(which I don't think has been released yet) or God of War Vita.

Easily my favorite franchise so I'm hoping for the latter. There could never been too much God of War.

Lots of chatter says Cross Buy for Ascension. Was that never announced? I thought that was a given for all Sony titles?

[I OU a Beatn]

Cross buy is for games that are both on PS3 and Vita. Ascension is PS3 only so it wont have cross buy. I suppose they could port it over, but I don't think that would be too wise considering there's a little over a month left til launch.

I think this might be a completely separate, standalone Vita title. Hopefully.

[CLW]

lmao lots of funny comments on youtube: my two favorites were = PS4's in game real graphics and the chick now comes packaged with every PS4 console purchase. :nod:

[JeffHCross]

Has anyone had problems this past week trying to download patches? I have had a few various games where a 15MB patch takes forever instead of less than a minute.I noticed last night that when I went to download items from the Store, they were slow as molasses. But when I got out of the store, the speed picked up significantly. I wondered if there was some resource hogging going on.

[JBHuskers]

I noticed last night that when I went to download items from the Store, they were slow as molasses. But when I got out of the store, the speed picked up significantly. I wondered if there was some resource hogging going on.

Dunno. It seemed like downloading from the store fine. It was downloading in-game on DC Universe online the 16GB file fine. Only on patches. It was weird. While it was doing it the past week or so, I just queued it up, quit, and let PS+ automatically download/install the next day, and it did that just fine.

[JeffHCross]

I had a 6 KB file that the system failed to download because my system (with 12 GB of free space) didn't have enough free space. Yet outside the Store it downloaded fine. Very strange.

[JBHuskers]

I had a 6 KB file that the system failed to download because my system (with 12 GB of free space) didn't have enough free space. Yet outside the Store it downloaded fine. Very strange.

:D I've heard of that on smartphones all the time, but never the PS3.

[I OU a Beatn]

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8491/8431636258_dd36c4a7a1_z.jpg

I see Sony finally wised up and realized offering colored systems is a money maker. Too bad for my wallet.

[JBHuskers]

To celebrate Final Fantasy's 25th anniversary, the PSN Store has a huge sale....

Some of the highlights are here from Slickdeals... (http://slickdeals.net/permadeal/89056/psn-playstation-network-final-fantasy-v-5-final-fantasy-vii-5-final-fantasy-ix-5-final-fantasy-tactics-war-of-the-lions-5-final-fantasy-iv-complete-collection)

I had some already, so I picked up FF Origins (1 & 2 combined w/ updated graphics), FF VI, FF VIII, and Final Fantasy Tactics for a whopping $20 total.

All play on the PS3 and Vita, so they'll definitely be great time killers when I'm travelling or something.

[CLW]

odd/silly question. lately the games on my ps3 are REALLY loud compared to the sound on my PC. its a pain in the but to adjust the sound on my monitor b/c no remote and you have to mash buttons forever to get the sound to a decent level. is there a way on the ps3 to turn the sound down of the ps3 itself? i seem to recall it but i cannot seem to find it on my ps3.

[JeffHCross]

is there a way on the ps3 to turn the sound down of the ps3 itself? i seem to recall it but i cannot seem to find it on my ps3.No. I've requested it as a feature but it's never been added.

[CLW]

No. I've requested it as a feature but it's never been added.

O.K. I thought it was an option but I guess I was thinking of something else. I don't think its anything to do with my setup its just HDMI via Elgato where my PC is DVI so I guess I'll just have to live with it.

[JeffHCross]

I think it's just that the PS3 is louder. Only one time, when I was in a hotel, was the PS3 not the louder feed. Though that feed was via Composite, so maybe how it comes in does have an effect.

[cdj]

Check your PSN inbox - you may have received $10 from Sony. (http://www.ign.com/articles/2013/02/20/playstation-is-giving-out-free-money)

[CLW]

Check your PSN inbox - you may have received $10 from Sony. (http://www.ign.com/articles/2013/02/20/playstation-is-giving-out-free-money)

Checked and apparently Sony doesn't like me and would rather I purchase a 720. :smh:

[cdj]

Checked and apparently Sony doesn't like me and would rather I purchase a 720. :smh:

You are very active on PS3....are you a PS+ member? Do you buy much DLC? That's surprising you didn't get it.