PLAYSTATION 3 anyone?

[RallyeRedSi]

new firmware update is out, one the coolest things is it allows you to have a wallpaper

[gimpo2]

new firmware update is out, one the coolest things is it allows you to have a wallpaper


thats some amazing groundbreaking technology sony has released right there... (rofl)(rofl)

[sanblaster]

lol

[RallyeRedSi]

thats some amazing groundbreaking technology sony has released right there... (rofl)(rofl)



you betcha

[We Are Ninja]

Um, has anyone else's PS3 been collecting dust? (dunno) Almost a year in and I've only gotten three games; two of them were so short that it was insulting.

My PS2 is still getting waaaaaaaay more playtime than my PS3... Is anybody else experiencing this?

[tsunami]

isn't it backwards compatable? why not paly the ps2 games on the ps3?

[We Are Ninja]

I'm a controller wh0l2e. Logitech, React, Wireless ones, Logitech wheels, guns; you can do so much more to get into games with the PS2 at this point. The PS2 has sooooooooo many controller options.

Plus it has many more options in regards to cheats/gamesaves (not that I do that often at all) but it's there.

I heart my PS2.

[SLA]

Anybody seen the actual game play demonstration for mgs4? That game is going to be f-ing sick! I can't wait!!!!

[We Are Ninja]

Why are the PS3 controller charger cords so darned short, and why doesn't the controller charge when the unit is off. You have to sit right up on the unit while playing to keep the controller on. ;(

Still, I can't friggin' wait for Heavenly Sword.

[SLA]

Why are the PS3 controller charger cords so darned short, and why doesn't the controller charge when the unit is off. You have to sit right up on the unit while playing to keep the controller on. ;(

Still, I can't friggin' wait for Heavenly Sword.
I use the usb cable from my camera, its alot longer. They also have a base that you can buy that plugs into the wall and will charge 4 controllers at one time.

[girth]

Why are the PS3 controller charger cords so darned short, and why doesn't the controller charge when the unit is off. You have to sit right up on the unit while playing to keep the controller on. ;(

Still, I can't friggin' wait for Heavenly Sword.
It's standard USB. Either buy a longer cord or a USB extension cord or charge it on your computer when you're not playing.

[We Are Ninja]

It's standard USB. Either buy a longer cord or a USB extension cord...

I like that. Will do. :)

[Salmon_Rob]

http://www.ctrlaltdel-online.com/comic.php?d=20070727

[We Are Ninja]

^ So, so, so true. ZOMG. RR7 has been in my PS3 since, like, launch...

[RallyeRedSi]

Warhawk has come out for download and retail, if you get it at a store it comes with bluetooth headset

[We Are Ninja]

Heavenly Sword is out today. I'm picking it up after work...

Anybody?

[RallyeRedSi]

might pick it up this week, can't wait to play

[We Are Ninja]

Picked it up and played for half an hour or so (before I had to leave for the local Mazda Meet). The cg and voice acting are phenomenal. It plays just like Dynasty Warriors + God of War + Rise of the kasai. It's actually quite nice. It's not groundbreaking, gameplay-wise, but it's not bad. Probably a rental for most...

It was wierd to see all these Japanese-esque people speaking with pronounced British accents, but the voice acting is done so well, you stop noticing.

Character wise, Nariko could easily replace Lara Croft as the new "strong, female face of gaming"...

[RallyeRedSi]

got it today, bout to go play it in a few

[Raynman]

Just got it. Haven't set it up yet. I'm going to get Dirt to start me off.

[We Are Ninja]

I got knee deep into Heavenly Sword over the weekend. It's an amazing game... o.O The production values, the voice acting, the characters, the script, the animation, the twing twang...

Two gripes, tho':

1.) No block button; as long as Nariko is not attacking, she'll block automatically. The only problem is that there are hundreds of soldiers onscreen, so you're always attacking... It takes discipline to stop hacking up people.

2.) The difficulty/length: I'm slow-playing it because I don't want it to end... I sat down for a couple of hours and was blowing through the game.

Overall, though, I am very extremely impressed with this game.

[RallyeRedSi]

I got knee deep into Heavenly Sword over the weekend. It's an amazing game... o.O The production values, the voice acting, the characters, the script, the animation, the twing twang...

Two gripes, tho':

1.) No block button; as long as Nariko is not attacking, she'll block automatically. The only problem is that there are hundreds of soldiers onscreen, so you're always attacking... It takes discipline to stop hacking up people.

2.) The difficulty/length: I'm slow-playing it because I don't want it to end... I sat down for a couple of hours and was blowing through the game.

Overall, though, I am very extremely impressed with this game.


Press triangle when someone is about to attack you and you will counter attack usually dealing a killing blow. Im up to chapter 4 now

[zoomzoom02]

I am still deciding whether to get the PS3 or 360. I wrote a 6 page, MLA research paper on that very decision for a college class - and learned that the PS3 is superior, although it is going to take time for it to show - but I cannot decide. Without starting a brand war, what is your guys take so far, with the PS3 being out for awhile now? If you could go back, would you buy the 360 instead?

[girth]

I wouldn't go back on my decision. The PS3 is superior from a technical standpoint and for the most part the same games will be coming out for both, so I figure might as well get the superior machine. And honestly the horrendous build quality of the 360 turns me off as well. I really want to play Forza2 but definitely not until they can make a console that actually works.

[altspace]

GT HD is what I'm waiting for. I heard the full version will be out first quarter next year.

[MP3Performance]

GT HD is what I'm waiting for. I heard the full version will be out first quarter next year.

Same here. I read on IGN that GT 5 Prologue is supposed to be out in october as a demo. It also said that they were unsure if it would be a free download, or at some cost. Honestly if its like $10 for this demo, I will still get it cause for me GT is the essence of Playstation.

[We Are Ninja]

I wouldn't go back on my decision. The PS3 is superior from a technical standpoint and for the most part the same games will be coming out for both, so I figure might as well get the superior machine. And honestly the horrendous build quality of the 360 turns me off as well. I really want to play Forza2 but definitely not until they can make a console that actually works.

From an available games standpoint, the 360 wins hands down. It did have a year's head start. The build quality is atrocious. I'll be trading in for my 3rd unit in as many years... It skips, locks up, and overheats. You name it.

Forza 2 is a really good game. Not GREAT, but really good; a substantial improvement over the first game. GT4 still gets more playtime, though, and GT5 will stop the planet on it's axis.

Once the PS3 would get some more titles, it'll pwnz the console wars again.

[blazinrola80]

im looking to get a ps3 now that grand theft auto Ix is coming out

[zoomzoom02]

I wouldn't go back on my decision. The PS3 is superior from a technical standpoint and for the most part the same games will be coming out for both, so I figure might as well get the superior machine. And honestly the horrendous build quality of the 360 turns me off as well. I really want to play Forza2 but definitely not until they can make a console that actually works.

I couldn't agree more. As I have found in my research, the 360 is basically as far as it can go right now - minus a few additives - and the PS3 has barely begun to scratch the surface. The problem I have found is that is essentially too expensive to produce for the PS3 and its 6 active processors, hence the lack of masses of first party games it. The summation of my research found that the 360 is fantastic for right now and the PS3 will be far superior for those willing to wait. The only other rough decision I have right now is that I am a huge Halo fan...past that, and the 360 having more established online play I am really leaning to the PS3

[girth]

Same here. I read on IGN that GT 5 Prologue is supposed to be out in october as a demo. It also said that they were unsure if it would be a free download, or at some cost. Honestly if its like $10 for this demo, I will still get it cause for me GT is the essence of Playstation.
Yup, I'm dying for any GT action they can give us....I think it's definitely going to be a game that could not be done on any other console, period. I've been hearing rumors that GT Prologue actually is going to sell for somewhere between $20 to $40! $40 would definitely be painful for what's essentially a demo but if you do look at what's in prologue there is quite a bit of content there (40 cars, decent number of tracks, online races). But still $40 may just be too steep for me. Here's hoping it comes in closer to $20....which I believe is what the "prologue" for GT4 cost over in Europe before it was officially released.

[We Are Ninja]

Yup, I'm dying for any GT action they can give us....I think it's definitely going to be a game that could not be done on any other console, period...

In a recent Road and Track article, Kazunori Yamuachi (sp?) said that in GT1, creating one car was one man's work for one day. When GT3 came out, creating one car was one man's work for 30 days. With GT5, Kazunori said creating one car was one man's work for 180(!) days. That's half a year, f00'. That said, incorporating damage, like Forza 2, would require new, multiple models... The cars would take YEARS to create...

That said, GT5 will require a console with some SERIOUS processing power. o.O

[RallyeRedSi]

Any body beat heavenly sword yet, the last couple battles are crazy

[shane02pro5]

Just got my PS3 with 80gig drive and came with free Motor Storm. It's as much a present to me as my 7 & 8 yr old boys. I got a little carried away with the credit card though. Warhawk, Resistance Fall of Man, Lair, Sonic, Gundam and Full Auto 2. $1100

Anyone with Warhawk? It is supposed to be offline multiplayer also but I even brought it back to Game Crazy and they couldn't fiigure it out either.

Internet isn't getting hooked up until the 25th for online play.

[RallyeRedSi]

Sonic is terrible, you should of picked up Ninja Gaiden Sigma ;)

[altspace]

Same here. I read on IGN that GT 5 Prologue is supposed to be out in october as a demo. It also said that they were unsure if it would be a free download, or at some cost. Honestly if its like $10 for this demo, I will still get it cause for me GT is the essence of Playstation.

I waited untill the PS2 came out with the GT pack, that's when I purchased that system.

[shane02pro5]

For a 7 & 8 year old Ninja Gaiden was a little too much with the harsh language.


Sonic is terrible, you should of picked up Ninja Gaiden Sigma ;)

[girth]

Well, more details about GT:Prologue today. Looks like it'll be about $40 and coming later than I thought (Dec 2007).


US, September 19, 2007 - We tend to hear about new cars when looking at Gran Turismo, but the focus of Famitsu's latest update is on a new course. The Daytona International Speedway will be making its first appearance in the Gran Turismo series through Gran Turismo 5 Prologue, the magazine reports. Players will be able to select from the oval course and road course variations of the track.

Also revealed in this week's Famitsu are first details on a demo download for Prologue. The demo will be available in Japan on 10/20. It will include the GT-R car and and the Suzuka Circuit.

As for the final release for the game, Famitsu lists 12/13 as the big date in Japan. Sony will make the title available both as a PlayStation Network download and as a packaged Blu-ray product. The Blu-ray version will cost 4,980 yen, up slightly from the 4,500 yen of the download.

That may seem a little steep for what is ultimately a sampler for next year's Gran Turismo 5, but Polyphony really is packing in the features here. The latest update from Famitsu reveals that Prologue will include a new GT.TV mode. This gallery lets you view car television programs from throughout the world, including BBC's Top Gear and Japan's Car Graphic TV. To view these programs, you'll have to pay about 200 yen per episode. Each program will have individual settings for viewing period.

Online play is going to be one of the big selling points for GT5 Prologue. As previously announced, the game will support 16 player online races, although producer Kazunori Yamauchi admitted to the magazine that he expects difficulties when reaching that maximum amount unless all players have speedy connections.

Unfortunately, Prologue will initially have some limitations to its online mode. On launch day, the game will support Arcade Free Battle mode only, where your opponents are chosen at random. Chat and friend list functionality will be added to the game via download at a later date. Yamauchi was unwilling to give a specific date.

We should be getting our latest look at GT5 Prologue at the Tokyo Game Show tomorrow. Stay tuned for a full report.

[girth]

Good news here - rumble is finally (officially) back.



Originally Posted by http://ps3.ign.com/articles/821/821010p1.html

September 19, 2007 - Big shocker at today's Electronic Arts pre Tokyo Game Show press event. While playing a demo of Burnout Paradise, we felt something that we never thought we'd feel from a PS3 controller -- shake!

That's right, Burnout Paradise is the first rumble-equipped PS3 game we've ever played. Which made us think at the time, if the game is making the controller shake, the controller must be a new version of the Sixaxis!

In fact, the controller we were using to play the demo looked exactly like a standard Sixaxis, except that it had a sticker on the bottom that said "RUMBLE." It also felt notably heavier than the standard Sixaxis.

We presume this is a prototype of the PlayStation 3's new rumble controller, whatever it's going to be called.

The rumble itself felt around the level of PlayStation 2 rumble. We're not sure just yet if Sony is using any of that next generation technology Immersion has been talking about for the past few months.

A formal announcement is expected tomorrow at Kaz Hirai's keynote address.

As for the rest of the EA event, as well as details from today's Sony and Konami events, check back at IGNPS3 through the night.

[bucksatan]

Anyone pick up stuntman today? I'm really liking it. I've also heard that sonic blows the big one.

Oh, and I finally got into resistance on monday, that game kicks major ass.

[MP3Performance]

Well, more details about GT:Prologue today. Looks like it'll be about $40 and coming later than I thought (Dec 2007).

The price is pretty (screwy) for a demo. But depending on how it looks I might get it, I realllly want to play it. I tried the HD demo and it was pretty good, but this new demo seems 10x better. Is the release date for Japan and US or just Japan?

[Thug541]

Give me Gran turismo looks with Forza physics/gameplay.

And that right there might be the best racing game ever created.

[girth]

The price is pretty (screwy) for a demo. But depending on how it looks I might get it, I realllly want to play it. I tried the HD demo and it was pretty good, but this new demo seems 10x better. Is the release date for Japan and US or just Japan?
So far the release has only been announced for Japan but considering the lack of other quality games for PS3 I think Sony knows they have to deliver as much as they can very soon.

[Donas64]

Give me Gran turismo looks with Forza physics/gameplay.

And that right there might be the best racing game ever created.

I LOVE Gran Turismo as I've often stated, but it's brain dead AI ticks me off to no end. I thing pong had better AI than that sorry excuse for competition in GT and the driving models rock, but the collison model is utter crap.

[shane02pro5]

I've been getting into Lair the past couple nights after my kids were in bed. Once you get the controls down a little it's very impressive!

I'm going to pick up Dirt and Fight Night Round 3 today.

[MP3Performance]

Anybody have Rainbow 6 Vegas? I know its kind of old (but it came out way late for the PS3), but I have recently started playing again. I forgot how awesome the game is online. One thing I noticed is the graphics are alot better on a HD tv compared to the regular. I know it seems obvious, but some games have little difference between HD and a good regular tv (like the formula 1 game).

One more thing. Is it just me or are the graphics of old PS2 games WORSE on a HD tv then a regular one? I played NFL street recently and it seemed very "blocky".

[shane02pro5]

Fight Night Round 3 is so awesome. I was really getting into it. But now my 8yr old is better than me with more playing time. That's alright I'm gonna practice some more and kick his butt!!

Also finally got my internet going and Warhawk Online is my new favorite. I was trying to find an online game with only a few players to get the feel for the controls and as soon as I get started all the sudden a bunch of new guys join in blowin me up! On the ground in a tank at a turret or in the air it's just amazing!

[SLA]

Fight Night Round 3 is so awesome. I was really getting into it. But now my 8yr old is better than me with more playing time. That's alright I'm gonna practice some more and kick his butt!!

Also finally got my internet going and Warhawk Online is my new favorite. I was trying to find an online game with only a few players to get the feel for the controls and as soon as I get started all the sudden a bunch of new guys join in blowin me up! On the ground in a tank at a turret or in the air it's just amazing!

LOL, this reminds me of that old simpsons episode.

[shane02pro5]

I'm just a 35 year old kid and deserve a turn to play too! Hey I paid for it! Step aside daddy's turn! That's why I don't let them invite their friends over because then I would never get to play. Before their bedtime that is!

Seriously though everyone with a PS3 needs a copy of Fight Night and Warhawk!

[RallyeRedSi]

LOL, this reminds me of that old simpsons episode.

the boxing game between Bart and Homer (breakn)

[We Are Ninja]

Any body beat heavenly sword yet, the last couple battles are crazy

I haven't. I'm stuck on the final battle... Bohan is a cheap bastard.

[RallyeRedSi]

I haven't. I'm stuck on the final battle... Bohan is a cheap bastard.

Are kidding me i died so many times, I beat beat the Bosses of Bioshock and Metroid Prime 3 my first try, Bohan was a huge pain in my ass i died like 15 times

[We Are Ninja]

I finally picked up Skate. Awesome game. Not perfect, but not bad by any means. Very, very nuanced.

[Breeegz]

Anyone pick up stuntman today? I'm really liking it. I've also heard that sonic blows the big one.

Oh, and I finally got into resistance on monday, that game kicks major ass.

I finally started the Online Multiplayer, wanna start a clan?

[Breeegz]

Any body beat heavenly sword yet, the last couple battles are crazy

Yep, haven't started the hell mode yet...

I have this love/hate relationship with the "aftertouch/shooting" portions.

[MP3Performance]

Just got Call of Duty 4. Awesome game, and finally something with 1080p graphics. It's more fast pace then Rainbow6, but its much more fun. I only tried it in multiplayer, and I don't think I will even play the campaign cause its so cool online. Anyone else got it or getting it soon??

[Donas64]

Gunna get Call of Duty 4 for my PC. It looks great!

[Salmon_Rob]

http://www.ctrlaltdel-online.com/comics/20071102.jpg

[jeg0024]

^lol

[bucksatan]

I finally started the Online Multiplayer, wanna start a clan?

I would, but I currently use satellite internet (remote location) so the lag would kill me.

[Salmon_Rob]

http://www.collegehumor.com/video:1744652
lol i dont mean to keep posting this negative stuff, but it keeps popping up on the humor websites i frequent

[MP3Performance]

http://www.collegehumor.com/video:1744652
lol i dont mean to keep posting this negative stuff, but it keeps popping up on the humor websites i frequent

(gun) (getout)

LOL, just kidding

But seriously, the PS3 does have some problems. Not hardware problems like the Xbox 360, but softwear and marketing problems. Every good game has been delays until now (COD 4 was the first good game not delayed for the PS3). But even now, not even a week after the game came out, COD 4 has network and server problems, which sometimes doesn't even let you play online. The thing is, I think sony has finally gotten the ball rolling now with all the good games comming out for the holidays. Make no mistake, the PS3 has way more potential then the Wii and 360, but currently they are not using it to there advantage. The pricing thing is kinda high, but if you think about, buying the PS3 just for the blueray player is cheaper then buying a regular blueray player.

[Salmon_Rob]

theres graphics potential, and then there is fun potential. for me, i am a casual gamer. the wii and 360 offer more fun potential because of ease of online play/fun titles available. for ppl that care more about the graphics and such then the ps3 is the obvious choice

[Smooth1]

Speaking of graphics. Rented Call of duty 4 last week. Damn that game is sweet.

[We Are Ninja]

NFS: Pro Street should hit stores today. I'll be on it after work today.

COD4 and Assassin's Creed are next on my list.

[MP3Performance]

You wont be disapointed with COD4. I am planning of getting NFS also today. Did you end up gettinig the game, how is it? I wasn't planning on getting NFS, but after downloading the demo it seems like an amazing game. I'm hoping NFS will hold me over until GranTurismo comes out (hopefully, by December).

[Donas64]

Speaking of graphics. Rented Call of duty 4 last week. Damn that game is sweet.

I want COD4 for my PC so bad. Thats my next game purchase. My 7600GT has been needing a bit of a workout.

[GreyMan]

I want COD4 for my PC so bad. Thats my next game purchase. My 7600GT has been needing a bit of a workout.

I bought quake wars, enemy territory for my pc. my 8800gts runs it very well on full :)

[MP3Performance]

You wont be disapointed with COD4. I am planning of getting NFS also today. Did you end up gettinig the game, how is it? I wasn't planning on getting NFS, but after downloading the demo it seems like an amazing game. I'm hoping NFS will hold me over until GranTurismo comes out (hopefully, by December).

I just checked and GranTurismo has once again been postponed for the US. Now it seems I'll have to wait until March to get the game. (boom06)

[Donas64]

I bought quake wars, enemy territory for my pc. my 8800gts runs it very well on full :)

Unfortunatly, I'm still rolling with the AGP setup. The only downside is the best AGP card I can get right now is a 7950GT which is no slouch. But I've been VERY impresed with my 7600Gt's performance. Its taken everything I've thrown at it. I'm sure it will handle COD4 just fine :) 2 gigs of ram helps too :)

[Maxx Mazda]

Unfortunatly, I'm still rolling with the AGP setup. The only downside is the best AGP card I can get right now is a 7950GT which is no slouch. But I've been VERY impresed with my 7600Gt's performance. Its taken everything I've thrown at it. I'm sure it will handle COD4 just fine :) 2 gigs of ram helps too :)

I dunno. COD4 on my rig (dual 7900GTX's in SLI) with everything maxed and 8xS AA the frames drop down...

[GreyMan]

Unfortunatly, I'm still rolling with the AGP setup. The only downside is the best AGP card I can get right now is a 7950GT which is no slouch. But I've been VERY impresed with my 7600Gt's performance. Its taken everything I've thrown at it. I'm sure it will handle COD4 just fine :) 2 gigs of ram helps too :)

yeah i got one in my other pc, it doesnt do too badly. PCI-E 16x ftw!

[Donas64]

I dunno. COD4 on my rig (dual 7900GTX's in SLI) with everything maxed and 8xS AA the frames drop down...

I don't plan on running everything maxed. Just enough so the game looks great and maintains a steady framerate.

[Smooth1]

I don't plan on running everything maxed. Just enough so the game looks great and maintains a steady framerate.

Why worry about that crap....get a PS3! I run it on my HD with a HDMI cable. It looks like watching a movie.

[Maxx Mazda]

It's the interface. For the life of me I jsut can NOT play a first person shooter on a console. And likewise,l I can't do driving games on computer. I'm wierd liek that. I prefer the accuracy of a mouse and keyboard.

[GreyMan]

It's the interface. For the life of me I jsut can NOT play a first person shooter on a console. And likewise,l I can't do driving games on computer. I'm wierd liek that. I prefer the accuracy of a mouse and keyboard.

werd(friday)

[Donas64]

It's the interface. For the life of me I jsut can NOT play a first person shooter on a console. And likewise,l I can't do driving games on computer. I'm wierd liek that. I prefer the accuracy of a mouse and keyboard.

FTW. I hate controllers for first person shooters. Just can't stand it. Besides its not really a hassle. My computer usually does what its told.

[Breeegz]

It's the interface. For the life of me I jsut can NOT play a first person shooter on a console. And likewise,l I can't do driving games on computer. I'm wierd liek that. I prefer the accuracy of a mouse and keyboard.

Rumor has it, Unreal Tournament on the PS3 will bring keyboard and mouse support.

[Maxx Mazda]

Rumor has it, Unreal Tournament on the PS3 will bring keyboard and mouse support.

On the flip side, in theory just run your 60" off your computer for the same result?

I'm taking apart my 360-HD DVD drive to put it in my computer... Apparently, Vista comes with the drivers for it.

[Breeegz]

essentially that is what you are doing when you hook up your PS3 to your 60" TV...(nuts)


On the flip side, in theory just run your 60" off your computer for the same result?

I'm taking apart my 360-HD DVD drive to put it in my computer... Apparently, Vista comes with the drivers for it.

[Maxx Mazda]

essentially that is what you are doing when you hook up your PS3 to your 60" TV...(nuts)
Ya, thats what I said... (friday)

[Smooth1]

FTW. I hate controllers for fist person shooters. Just can't stand it. Besides its not really a hassle. My computer usually does what its told.

What the hell is a "fist" person game Donas??? Slow down, take a deep breath,now exhale. I would say something else,but I won't go there.

[Donas64]

What the hell is a "fist" person game Donas??? Slow down, take a deep breath,now exhale. I would say something else,but I won't go there.
pervert! :)

[Breeegz]

Ya, thats what I said... (friday)

No, that's what I said...(second)

[Smooth1]

pervert! :)

(sssh)(boobs2)(drinks)

[RallyeRedSi]

FTW. I hate controllers for first person shooters. Just can't stand it. Besides its not really a hassle. My computer usually does what its told.

I was playing the orange box on 360 and i was thinking the same thing, but i can play with both no biggie, but when i play with a controller my thumbstick has to be inverted

[Maxx Mazda]

Those of you playing COD4 when you beat it dont' touch it until after the credits. There's a "secret" epilogue mission. REALLY cool too! :D

[shane02pro5]

Being a grown 35 year old non-ricer I never thought I would admit to buying a Need for Speed game but Pro Street is an awesome game!

Driving dynamics in the grip races are very GT4 comparable and the drag races are pretty cool too once you get the hang of it. Still haven't done much of the drifting yet due to Ridge Racer 7 killing the concept for me but I can see it being more realistic in the dynamics anyway.

[Maxx Mazda]

I can't stand the NFS games because they're too "arcadey" if that's a word... I like racing SIMS not games. Since hot pursuit way back when I've been steered away fro mthe NFS series.

[shane02pro5]

I'm telling you, I'm the same way but needed a 2 player racing game and it is nothing like any of the previous NFS releases. Until now nothing has been comparable to GT4 but the dynamics in Prostreet is very realistic. Rent it I promise you will love it!

[Notorious]

Well I had to do it and I bought a PS3. I love the thing. I rented Assassin's Creed and even though I have no idea what I'm doing the graphics are incredible!

[evilmonkeyMSP]

me wants PS3....

[Smooth1]

Well I had to do it and I bought a PS3. I love the thing. I rented Assassin's Creed and even though I have no idea what I'm doing the graphics are incredible!

Ha gave in huh? Get Call of Duty 4. It kicks!

[Smooth1]

Those of you playing COD4 when you beat it dont' touch it until after the credits. There's a "secret" epilogue mission. REALLY cool too! :D

Shit. NOW you say something. I already turned the damn game in!

[MP3Performance]

I'm telling you, I'm the same way but needed a 2 player racing game and it is nothing like any of the previous NFS releases. Until now nothing has been comparable to GT4 but the dynamics in Prostreet is very realistic. Rent it I promise you will love it!

I have NFS Pro and have to say, I like it alot more then carbon. I was hoping with all the hype it would be even more in depth and real, but then anything other then GT is not perfect for me. This is supposed to be more arcade like then simulator anyway. I just don't think you can go 200mph over a hill, jump 10 feet in the air land on another cars bumper, and drive away (confused). But I do like it that they made controlling the car more realistic, like the high speed races.

The new tuning steps are a love/hate thing. It is way over simplified, such as the aerodynamics. Just put all the tabs to 100% and you have the best settings, I don't even get why they have settings if there is only one correct setting. But the timing advance and turbo spool is kinda nice, but also not totally accurate (increasing timing all the way and having high boost wouldn't last long in real life (smash) ). The only thing thing I mess with is the wheel alignments (toe, caster, chamber) and suspension (shocks, springs, and roll bars).


Overall its a good game with good graphics, but if you thing you plan on setting your MS3 in the game and have it perform the same in real life, all I have to say is (rofl2).

[Maxx Mazda]

Shit. NOW you say something. I already turned the damn game in!

Ha! It's a REAL good one too! Anyone who's played the "epilogue" mission knows what I mean.

[shane02pro5]

I haven't had much chance to mess with all the settings but grip races and time attack is much better set to the hard setting (King I think?) it eliminates the assists and gives it the GT similated feel. I havn't figured out the drag set-up concept yet. I'm modded to like 475whp and can't get better than like 12.5@157mph. Not quite realistic!! But still fun!


I have NFS Pro and have to say, I like it alot more then carbon. I was hoping with all the hype it would be even more in depth and real, but then anything other then GT is not perfect for me. This is supposed to be more arcade like then simulator anyway. I just don't think you can go 200mph over a hill, jump 10 feet in the air land on another cars bumper, and drive away (confused). But I do like it that they made controlling the car more realistic, like the high speed races.

The new tuning steps are a love/hate thing. It is way over simplified, such as the aerodynamics. Just put all the tabs to 100% and you have the best settings, I don't even get why they have settings if there is only one correct setting. But the timing advance and turbo spool is kinda nice, but also not totally accurate (increasing timing all the way and having high boost wouldn't last long in real life (smash) ). The only thing thing I mess with is the wheel alignments (toe, caster, chamber) and suspension (shocks, springs, and roll bars).


Overall its a good game with good graphics, but if you thing you plan on setting your MS3 in the game and have it perform the same in real life, all I have to say is (rofl2).

[Notorious]

I'm going to have to pick that one up. I see plenty of time on the couch this week.


Ha gave in huh? Get Call of Duty 4. It kicks!

[MP3Performance]

I'm modded to like 475whp and can't get better than like 12.5@157mph. Not quite realistic!! But still fun!

LOL, I have a STi with 975hp that does the 1/4 in about 7 sec, and the 1/2 mile in about 12.2 sec @ 240mph. I started on a new drag car cause the subbie has all the gears set at the highest and it still runs out of gears on the 1/2 mile (bouncing off the redline like crazy with NOSSSS). That and you need a RWD car later on to compete in the wheelie competition 4WD = no good. Though its funny how the STi does a burnout with only the rear wheels to worm up the tires.

[RallyeRedSi]

Ha! It's a REAL good one too! Anyone who's played the "epilogue" mission knows what I mean.

I have it for 360, its my 2nd favorite part, 1st being the news room

[shane02pro5]

I need to quit buying games! But Stranglehold is awesome! Very much like Max Payne which I think is a good thing!! I love all the cool little effects with the diving and slo-mo and stand off where you're dodging bullets.

Highly recommended! Traded Ridgeracer 7 and Gundam (suck!) $1.50 credit left. I really didn't give Ridgeracer a chance but being it was just soooo rediculous!! Prostreet was 1000x more realistic!

[shane02pro5]

Anyone tried the HD Gran Turismo Demo download. I hope GT5 controls are nothing like it. It's been a long time since I've played GT4 but in the HD demo you can't accelerate and turn at the same time?! Sucks!

I definately can't get the hang of the drifting either! Kind of the opposite of the GT driving style that drew me in in the first place. I like to stick and go rather than spin and fishtail oh well!

[Breeegz]

Anyone tried the HD Gran Turismo Demo download. I hope GT5 controls are nothing like it. It's been a long time since I've played GT4 but in the HD demo you can't accelerate and turn at the same time?! Sucks!

I definately can't get the hang of the drifting either! Kind of the opposite of the GT driving style that drew me in in the first place. I like to stick and go rather than spin and fishtail oh well!

I thought GT HD Demo's handling was just my ineptitude...(shrug)

[MP3Performance]

Anyone tried the HD Gran Turismo Demo download. I hope GT5 controls are nothing like it. It's been a long time since I've played GT4 but in the HD demo you can't accelerate and turn at the same time?! Sucks!

I definately can't get the hang of the drifting either! Kind of the opposite of the GT driving style that drew me in in the first place. I like to stick and go rather than spin and fishtail oh well!

I had the same exact problem with the turning. Solution ----> Manual Transmission. My problem was more about being in too low of a gear and not being able to get through the corner fast. Once I tried it on MT it was 100% better. Try to turn off all the driving aids, that helps alot also.

[shane02pro5]

Stranglehold awesome game but shortest ever!! I couldn't keep up with my 8yr old with him playing it every day. I would try to help him on the last level but apparently I suck and just kept dying!! ANyway he breezed through it on Medium and now started Hard then we'll checkout the online multiplayer.

Secondly thanks for the advice on the driving aids for GT HD TCS off ACS set on 8 and I knocked at least 5 seconds off my lap times.

Also getting the hang of the drifting with TCS off ASC set to 0 with R1 tires and my best score was like 7250 (still have to tweak some settings maybe different tires). Pretty cool addition to the game though if it's carried over to GT5.

[shane02pro5]

One other thing "Pain" downloaded for $9.99 Hilarious! Very entertaining for the kids and me (a few inappropriate words but nothing too bad)

[girth]

Another thing I can add - High Velocity Bowling for $9.99 is pretty good as well! Definitely BLOWS AWAY Wii Bowling by a MILE. Only way it could be better is if you put spin on the ball with the six-axis motion control rather than a button.

Anybody playing Unreal Tournament 3 yet? I haven't got it yet but might tomorrow.

[shane02pro5]

Unreal Tournament looks like the next one on the list. I just downloaded Timeshift and tried it out looks to have some potential after I figure out the controls.

[shane02pro5]

Damn doesn't anyone play any PS3 around here!!!

COD 4 is my next one up! Just rented it along with Spiderman3 (don't bother seems like another God of war or Heavenly Sword just with a different character although we didn't get too far). My 8 year old was tearing it up in COD 4 in campaign mode single player. I like it online better!!

[Seminole]

I got Unreal Tournament for Christmas. Very very fun. A lot of mayhem.

Guitar Hero III is really good too.

COD4 is like crack. I fully blame COD4 on my lack of studying for finals. Search and Destroy multiplayer mode is just way too adictive.

[TreFlip999]

My current game is ratchet and clank future...damn that game i addicting and fun as hell...I dipped into "jerico" for about an hour today, pretty cool game for the most part, im stuck at a part and i had to turn it off and smoke like 8 cigarretes lol...I mplay Skate on a regular basis and i beat COD4 in less then 6 hours, i was like WTF, that was quick

[shane02pro5]

I picked Ratchet and Clank up a while back and my kids ditched it after a few days. They got to a level they couldn't pass and gave up! They'll come back to it one day! COD 4 online is the SH@t! Is that you in the pic with the skateboard? I used to be sponsored by Venture trucks and Vision Street Wear like 18 years ago. I'm 36 now and have my kids into it and I still show-up the neighborhood kids when my knees aren't aching too bad! We have a 3' tall trick ramp that's 12' wide at the bottom and 8' wide at the top with steel coping. I haven't been on my board in a month or so due to busting my ass on the ramp an messing up my knee AGAIN!! I will never be too old! When I get insurance I will get some new knees and start tearing it up again hopefully!

[TreFlip999]

Hahah yah thats me with my black label board, i was messing around trying to be artistic and what not..you were sponsored? wow, i never got to that point, my skate time has been cut way down since i joined the military, especially being deployed right now...Dont give up man...As for ratchet and clank, i think i know what level you are talking about, it does get frustrating but the game for the most part is easy, i like it cause its very stimulating and the graphics are an eye pleaser..

heres a ghetto ramp be built in korea last year, i got hurt many a times trying to manual up top and drop off, got it one time, got the manual everytime, the drop was the hard part

http://images.orfay.com/i/photos2/2007/11/01/12/6/a/5/6a55f933ebc9edfdb546f8326480ae0e0_large.jpg

[shane02pro5]

That's sweet! I plan to build a little little minihalf that's about 2' tall and at least 16' wide with a real quick transition to be able to play around on the lip without busting my a$$ too bad. My street sucks and when you burn on the trick ramp you do everything to avoid hitting the pavement! Like falling on crushed glass!

[Raynman]

I just got a Logitech Driving Force Pro and I love it. I spent all night playing the GT demo with it. I didn't even get to try it out on DiRT and the F1 demo.

I want a racing seat now. LOL

[shane02pro5]

The GT demo is definately the best out there for it right now! I'm actually starting to get the drifting down a little better. I could see the wheel making it a much better experience! Hopw much??

[fourthmeal]

Just got one for Christmas, a completely unexpected surprise at that.

Rainbow Six - Vegas is what I have so far, plus all the freebie downloads I could find (which isn't much.)


My biggest question is are there websites that provide free downloads to the PS3 for games?

And is GT5 Prologue (which is supposed to be free) available anywhere?

[shane02pro5]

The GT5 is just a prologue not a game demo I think. But the GT HD is good and you get like ten cars and unlock ten modified versions of the same car. Only one track fwd or rev. There is also some drifting which takes some frustration to get thru but it's pretty cool! Call of Duty 4 online is my favorite shooter so far with a very lifelike atmosphere.

[fourthmeal]

people are already reviewing GT5 Prologue (the game.) I want it.

[shane02pro5]

I'm downloading that TODAY when I get home from work!! I just get online and download from the playstationstore. I did Timeshift, MX Untamed, Pain for 9.99 and some Toy Racing for 9.99.

[TreFlip999]

patiently waiting for "Haze"..and just got "uncharted" in the mail from gamefly

[girth]

For the newbie owners now after x-mas, Super Stardust is a must own download. The bowling game is good too if you like Wii Bowling.
Also, you can get GT Prologue (it's NOT free) by creating a "Japan" account...which is free to do and doesn't screw up your main account. Not really worth it though since you have to pay for GT Prologue and it's not in English....although for most of it you don't need English anyway.

[Breeegz]

I'm downloading that TODAY when I get home from work!! I just get online and download from the playstationstore. I did Timeshift, MX Untamed, Pain for 9.99 and some Toy Racing for 9.99.


I didn't care for the Timeshift demo... the concept is cool, but I think it's a clunky interface... (maybe better for hardcore gamers)

I picked up Orange Box last week... Hopefully my laggy experience on Team Fortress was a fluke... other than that, Portal seems to be growing on me...

[TreFlip999]

Played Stranglehold for about 2 hours today, I love the game play..Mostly blowing up and destroying stuff and wasting my tequila bombs on the "true aim" feature...cool game...trying to refrain from buying anymore games until i beat jericho, stranglehold and uncharted

[vcinsanity1523]

anybody have unreal tournament 3, if not the game is badass and I am def looking for some people to play online against

[MTV]

Uncharted: Drake's fortune is amazing. One of the best adventure games out there. Oh and Assassin's Creed is sick too. Those are my two most recent games.

[TreFlip999]

Uncharted: Drake's fortune is amazing. One of the best adventure games out there. Oh and Assassin's Creed is sick too. Those are my two most recent games.

I wanna start uncharted but i have a habit of starting then moving onto another game and never finishing it so im breaking the habit, im gunna finish ratchet and clank and stranglehold before anything, thanks for making me more impatient now ;)

[fourthmeal]

I just beat Rainbow Six - Vegas. Damn that was fun. I swore I could see my apartment building in the game, LOL. j/k.

Also, my in-laws (the same beautiful people who bought me a PS3) bought Rock Band, and we were playing that ALL night. Wow. I love it, I'm just bad at the drums. If anybody else is playing tonight (New Year's Eve), we'll be online playing. Our band name is Tripping Cripples, and I'll be on guitar (4thmeal), my 'lil sis in law will be on drums (Johnnygirl)

[RODSCALIP5]

I just got the PS3 for Christmas. Will I be able to play Japanese games (GT5) on the U.S. console?

[ThrillRide]

I wanna start uncharted but i have a habit of starting then moving onto another game and never finishing it so im breaking the habit, im gunna finish ratchet and clank and stranglehold before anything, thanks for making me more impatient now ;)

You'll love uncharted. too short for my liking but a great game.
Anyone playing UT3 online?

[TreFlip999]

I just got the PS3 for Christmas. Will I be able to play Japanese games (GT5) on the U.S. console?

You should be able to already

[fourthmeal]

Just wanted you guys to know that Rock Band f'n rocks!

The only problem we've run into is the guitar, which looks outstanding but is built poorly on the inside. Everything was cool for about 30 songs, and I was nailing about 98% of my notes no problem (on medium, best I can do.) However very quickly I noticed that I started missing easy notes, and I pin-pointed the problem down to the strum-bar. On a downstroke, the system would register two strums instead of one. This is a problem! So, being the OCD tech geek that I am, I disassembled the guitar down to its core, and found the problem: This thing was built in China and is held together very poorly! As I said, the exterior is a thing of beauty, but inside it is a messy, hot-glued nightmare. The micro-switches that are located on each side of the strum-bar are flimsy, and not securely mounted. The slightest of movement of a micro-switch changes its alignment with the striking surface that activates it, and in this case the switches would shift about half of a mm. I shoved it back into position, and it worked perfectly for another 2 hours before failing again! So, the whole damn box had to go back to Wal-Mart and I got a new one.

If it happens again, I'm thinking of buying some switches from Radioshack and making my own circuitry within the guitar. The Guitar Hero setup, although a lot noiser with its "clicks" on each strum, is a lot more robust and should have been copied closely, I think.

[TreFlip999]

Just wanted you guys to know that Rock Band f'n rocks!

The only problem we've run into is the guitar, which looks outstanding but is built poorly on the inside. Everything was cool for about 30 songs, and I was nailing about 98% of my notes no problem (on medium, best I can do.) However very quickly I noticed that I started missing easy notes, and I pin-pointed the problem down to the strum-bar. On a downstroke, the system would register two strums instead of one. This is a problem! So, being the OCD tech geek that I am, I disassembled the guitar down to its core, and found the problem: This thing was built in China and is held together very poorly! As I said, the exterior is a thing of beauty, but inside it is a messy, hot-glued nightmare. The micro-switches that are located on each side of the strum-bar are flimsy, and not securely mounted. The slightest of movement of a micro-switch changes its alignment with the striking surface that activates it, and in this case the switches would shift about half of a mm. I shoved it back into position, and it worked perfectly for another 2 hours before failing again! So, the whole damn box had to go back to Wal-Mart and I got a new one.

If it happens again, I'm thinking of buying some switches from Radioshack and making my own circuitry within the guitar. The Guitar Hero setup, although a lot noiser with its "clicks" on each strum, is a lot more robust and should have been copied closely, I think.
Damn that sucks man...guitar hero for FTW

[fourthmeal]

correction, Guitar Hero's Guitar FTW, but when you play Rock Band it just is AWESOME. So many nice details and touches regarding your character, art, style, playlist,...its all just overwhelming at first but you quickly immerse yourself.

[vcinsanity1523]

You'll love uncharted. too short for my liking but a great game.
Anyone playing UT3 online?


Ya I play unreal tournament 3 online

[girth]

Another Unreal Tournament 3 player here. This is a GREAT game -- if you own a PS3 it is a MUST own IMO.

[vcinsanity1523]

Another Unreal Tournament 3 player here. This is a GREAT game -- if you own a PS3 it is a MUST own IMO.

i couldn't agree more

[TreFlip999]

i couldn't agree more

Im gunna have to check it out now....

[girth]

Yeah I'm having an impossible time trying to dedicate time to both Unreal Tournament 3 and Call of Duty 4 .... too many good games, not enough time. And I'm really not even much of a FPS fan!

[ThrillRide]

I just got (and beat) COD4. I am going right back to UT3. I don't like COD4 online. COD4 looks amazing. Looks really nice in full 1080 hd. Single player was fun, but short just like all COD games. I just can't get on board with the online system for it. I love UT3! Mods are starting to show up for it too. Just wish it was in 1080 instead of 720. Its such a great online game.

[TreFlip999]

I just got (and beat) COD4. I am going right back to UT3. I don't like COD4 online. COD4 looks amazing. Looks really nice in full 1080 hd. Single player was fun, but short just like all COD games. I just can't get on board with the online system for it. I love UT3! Mods are starting to show up for it too. Just wish it was in 1080 instead of 720. Its such a great online game.

Was'nt call of duty short? i beat it hella quick

[shane02pro5]

My 8 year old beat COD 4 in less than a week. I still like online play though! I also rented UT3 but I wasn't as impressed as I was with COD 4. Maybe I didn't give it a chance.

[fourthmeal]

I borrowed COD4 from my in-laws and I think the realism is amazing compared with Rainbow-Six. But, I like the style of Six much more. I especially like the hiding techniques more. COD4 is pretty intense, with virtually limitless enemies whereas Six has a finite number of Threats.

Still, other then getting a little sea-sick on the first mission, it has been great so far. I do get mighty tired of being popped from a grenade that should have never reached me, but, hey that's war.

[ThrillRide]

Was'nt call of duty short? i beat it hella quick

yeah I was playing along have a good time and then...it was over. lol
Thats my beef with a lot of games these days. way too quick and not a lot of replay value.

[ThrillRide]

My 8 year old beat COD 4 in less than a week. I still like online play though! I also rented UT3 but I wasn't as impressed as I was with COD 4. Maybe I didn't give it a chance.

Unreal is kind of a love/hate from what i see. Some people just don't get it and don't enjoy it. Especially COD fans because they prefer the real life type over the fantastical. Nothing wrong with that. Play what you like, I say. UT3 is just tops for me right now. Plus I'm pretty good at it so... ;). Single player isn't much to talk about. Its really just for pracitce for multiplayer. So COD is hands down on that front. But multi is the reason I play.

[Donas64]

yeah I was playing along have a good time and then...it was over. lol
Thats my beef with a lot of games these days. way too quick and not a lot of replay value.

I can't wait to boot up COD4 on my PC tonight. I know the single player will be short but I'm stoked for the Multiplayer!

[ThrillRide]

I can't wait to boot up COD4 on my PC tonight. I know the single player will be short but I'm stoked for the Multiplayer!

I gave it another shot last night, thinking maybe once I rank up I would like it more. Still not lovng it, even though I am doing really well. Hope you do tho! I'll play till I top out my rank just to give it the benefit of the doubt.

I'm curious about PC online. Who is it hosted by? My biggest gripe is that I can't see rooms. I just have to sit and wait to get dumped into a game. Sometimes takes a while to get into a game.

[ThrillRide]

I'd love to join some of you guys on UT3. See how you Maz guys play ;)
Screen names? I'll look for you. I usually play in the evening.

[shane02pro5]

I know it takes me a while to get into a COD4 game while online with the PS3. I gave up several times. Also wish I could do Splitcreen with my kids and other enemies. It's kinda lame just 2 players chasing each other down.

Also been practicing my drifting skills on GT Demo and ranked 9th yesterday which was just luck at a score of 78XX with the 95 Evo. The rankings change every day and I guess nobody was drifting the Evo.

Have to wait for payday to get the GT5 Prologue.
Anyone try it out??

[Donas64]

I gave it another shot last night, thinking maybe once I rank up I would like it more. Still not lovng it, even though I am doing really well. Hope you do tho! I'll play till I top out my rank just to give it the benefit of the doubt.

I'm curious about PC online. Who is it hosted by? My biggest gripe is that I can't see rooms. I just have to sit and wait to get dumped into a game. Sometimes takes a while to get into a game.

people usually just have servers set up and you find a game you like and jump in.

Maybe its compatible with steam but I have not tried yet. Steam has good matchmaking services.

[ThrillRide]

people usually just have servers set up and you find a game you like and jump in.

Maybe its compatible with steam but I have not tried yet. Steam has good matchmaking services.

See thats how ut3 is on ps3. I can see all the rooms, whos hosting, game type etc. and pick from there. COD4 I just pick the game style and wait to get dumped into a game. And sometimes it takes forever! Really disappointed in that.

[knowledge007]

COD4 servers are down and up for the past 2 weeks. They are working on the servers. that is of course for ps3 and xbox 360. PC however, which I am more of a pc gamer, are up and running and the shiznit.

[Donas64]

COD4 servers are down and up for the past 2 weeks. They are working on the servers. that is of course for ps3 and xbox 360. PC however, which I am more of a pc gamer, are up and running and the shiznit.

This game has been sitting on my desk for 2 days begging me to install it. But I'm too busy messing with my zune and updating all my album art.

And don't even get me started on my copy of Twilight Princess sitting right next to COD4.

Darn my wife for overloading me with cool gifts!!!!

[MrH42]

Any of you guys play Warhawk?

I bought COD4, and it's good, but I find myself still coming back to Warhawk quite a bit. The expansion pack's plane is awesome too.

[Salmon_Rob]

i bought a psp. can i be cool and hangout here?

[TreFlip999]

i bought a psp. can i be cool and hangout here?

I suppose we can let it slide, but get a PS3 a.s.a.p...:)

[Salmon_Rob]

but i like having more than 3 games available :p

[ThrillRide]

Any of you guys play Warhawk?

I bought COD4, and it's good, but I find myself still coming back to Warhawk quite a bit. The expansion pack's plane is awesome too.

I have been debating on warhawk. I see mixed reviews. I'll rent it and see. They have one for sale with a bluetooth headset. Looks like a good deal. I'm guessing I can use it for all games?

[shane02pro5]

Warhawk is very good game but is online only. It has splitscreen so that makes it good for me and my kids. You can join or host your own games Deathmatch Team Deathmatch and CTF but no story mode. It is cool since the environment is so big. It takes alot of practice to fly the warhawks well enough to enjoy it. It's more of a Kamikaze run around and blast everthing instead of a COD strategy game.

[ThrillRide]

Warhawk is very good game but is online only. It has splitscreen so that makes it good for me and my kids. You can join or host your own games Deathmatch Team Deathmatch and CTF but no story mode. It is cool since the environment is so big. It takes alot of practice to fly the warhawks well enough to enjoy it. It's more of a Kamikaze run around and blast everthing instead of a COD strategy game.

I've heard very good things about the online setup for it. COD4 sucks so bad I am really thinking about selling it. If I like warhawk I may buy it. Also looking at Tiger 08. Oh, and soon to get GT5p. I didn't really want to spend the money on basically an extended demo but I don't think I can wait for the real deal.

[fourthmeal]

COD4 is awesome, especially at the harder difficulty levels. Its REAL, and that makes it fun if not a little aggravating to get it right. Sure, a random RPG could pop you in the head and kill you, but hey, that's war, right?

I beat it on Regular, and I loved it. Now that I've completely gone through both Rainbow Six : Vegas and COD4, I can say I prefer COD4's style. Actually graphically speaking its twice as good, at least at 1080i.

Now I'm on Hardened, and while it is much, much harder then I'm prepared for, I love the concept of survival and trying to maintain stealth against the enemy. I love sniping the bastards.

[Newf]

I own the 360, great games, but after using XBMC, the system has been nothing but a disappointment for media and that was it's original reason why I bought years back to stick in my theater and have a HD media center. Recent update helped some, but bottom line is the darn thing isn't reliable enough to use for anything other then games, I've had the RROD more then once.

Thinking of getting a ps3, either used 60 gig or new 80g for media reasons, a few questions if anyone has time.

1: able to connect to windows share to play video/music files directly?
2. List mp3 by folder name, not id3 or both? 360 does id3 only and it's horrible
3. How long of a range for the wireless sticks? I keep my systems in a room below my living room, the 360 has zero issues
4. Remote is bluetooth, is there a IR dongle? i need to use a harmony remote with it
5. Keyboards and mice added to it, any usb will do or just blue tooth?
6. Divx support, and xvid support, yes I want to download tv shows and watch them so do they work from a network share? or do I have to resort to streaming or transcoding again?
7. HD video like mkv? x264/h264? ok?
8. can i leave hdmi/component connections plugged in and somehow switch between them? I connect to projector/plasma and with the 360 this requires unplugging and pluggin in what I need.
9. Does it have a VGA connection or just hdmi and component?
10. Linux support.is it a waste of time?
11. Any disadvantages to the web browser?can't run java or flash or something?
12. It upscales DVD's yes? how is it for a dvd player, PQ good? Can I ditch my old Sony DVD?
13. for less techy people in the house, how is the interface for getting to pics, mp3, and vids? easy to use or confusing?
14. is divx/xvid in 5.1 or just plain stereo

[girth]

Here's some answers....not all but some...

1: able to connect to windows share to play video/music files directly? --Yes
2. List mp3 by folder name, not id3 or both? 360 does id3 only and it's horrible
-- Can definitely list by folder name...not sure about ID3 tag. Installing linux gives you a bunch of different options all together too.
3. How long of a range for the wireless sticks? I keep my systems in a room below my living room, the 360 has zero issues
-- Not sure which you mean - the wireless controllers or the wireless internet connection? The wireless controllers I believe are rated at 30ft but I've never tested it beyond 15ft. The wireless internet works fine for me but all of my stuff is upstairs. If all else fails you can always get a wireless repeater.
4. Remote is bluetooth, is there a IR dongle? i need to use a harmony remote with it
-- Yes there is an IR dongle. Very cheep too. You can also make a home-made IR dongle using the old PS2 IR receiver and a PS2-to-PS3 controller converter but in the long run this pre-fab wireless dongle is your best option. No wireless option (other than bluetooth remote or controller) can turn the system on/off though). Here's the link to IR dongle:
http://www.shop4tech.com/item7112.html?siteID=isIkAyUyNbM-qE01.hZA.0P9.da.7GM9uw
5. Keyboards and mice added to it, any usb will do or just blue tooth?
Any USB will do.
6. Divx support, and xvid support, yes I want to download tv shows and watch them so do they work from a network share? or do I have to resort to streaming or transcoding again?
-- Can't remember for sure, it either got Divx support in the last update (I think it did) or it's getting it very soon. I believe it does have it right now.
7. HD video like mkv? x264/h264? ok?
-- I have no idea. Only thing I do know is you can download HD trailers and such...not sure what format they're in.
8. can i leave hdmi/component connections plugged in and somehow switch between them? I connect to projector/plasma and with the 360 this requires unplugging and pluggin in what I need.
-- Yes, it's a setting in the PS3's menu system which interface to output the video and audio signals on.
9. Does it have a VGA connection or just hdmi and component?
-- only HDMI and component.
10. Linux support.is it a waste of time?
-- depends what you want to do with it. In my opinion it's a waste of time right now because Yellow dog linux for it is still fairly weak with what it can do....but I anticipate that will get better this year now that the PS3 has been out long enough. LOTS of potential there....could completely emulate the Wii virtual console all for totally free to name just 1 example.
11. Any disadvantages to the web browser?can't run java or flash or something?
-- Haven't used it enough to say for sure what it can and can't do...it has been able to do whatever I have wanted it to do. My biggest complaint with it is it is SLOW compared to a normal browser.
12. It upscales DVD's yes? how is it for a dvd player, PQ good? Can I ditch my old Sony DVD?
Excellent at upscaling DVDs and old PS2 games. Yes you can ditch your old sony DVD player.
13. for less techy people in the house, how is the interface for getting to pics, mp3, and vids? easy to use or confusing?
-- it's easy to use if all they want to do is get to them and play them. Getting them on there and organized is a bit trickier.
14. is divx/xvid in 5.1 or just plain stereo[/quote]
It's in whatever format the video was encoded in.

Honestly the versatility and breadth of what the PS3 can do is what amazes me the most of the system...and this is coming from a guy that has 2 modded XBoxes. On top of that Sony has been excellent so far in providing firmware updates that continually adds on more and more functionality.

[Newf]

thank you so much girth.

The wireless thing, what I meant but that is the gamepads. I keep my 360 in a room downstairs, my office which has all computers, dvd players, amps, receivers etc. You'll notice in my theater....look at theater thread, there is no equipment in the room. MY living room is similar. The only thig in my living room is the 360 gamepad and tv/speakers of course. This helps keep clutter down, keep picky hands and fingers off of $$$ toys, and even helps with noises from the equipment. I can also keep the equipment in a cooler and safer room. Lots of wiring though. I do not use wireless network in the house for anything but my laptop. All consoles and other things are wired with cat5. Wireless is too unreliable for me...and this is coming from a Wireless Network admin :)

[TreFlip999]

Im on chapter 9 on "uncharted" in a matter of a day or two...all i can say is wow...the graphics and levels are stunning...The gun battles can be a pain in the ass, thats about it

[MSpeed68]

noob question about PS3

I know it plays Blu Ray DVD's, but does it also play just regular DvD's? thanks

[evilmonkeyMSP]

yes it does. Now depending on which one you got will determine if it upconverts those DVDs. If you bought the new $399 one, it does not upconvert or play PS2 games
noob question about PS3

I know it plays Blu Ray DVD's, but does it also play just regular DvD's? thanks

[MSpeed68]

thx evil, I havent bought one yet, but I am about to get one I think. Do any of them upconvert at all?

[evilmonkeyMSP]

the 499 one does, and it plays PS2 games...
thx evil, I havent bought one yet, but I am about to get one I think. Do any of them upconvert at all?

[MP3Performance]

noob question about PS3

I know it plays Blu Ray DVD's, but does it also play just regular DvD's? thanks

Don't buy the 399 one. Save up for the 499 and get that one.

$399- 40GB, no PS1 or PS2 game compatibility, no wireless connection (iirc), has 2 usb slots, does not have memory card slots (for camera or such).

$499- 80GB, plays PS1 PS2 and upconverts DVD's, has wireless connection, has 4 usb slots, has memory card slots.

There might be more, but that is all I rememeber for now.

[MSpeed68]

Alright sweet, thx guys, $499 one it is :)

[shane02pro5]

I picked up Burnout Paradise on tuesday for my kids mostly. I'ts hard to find good games that keep my little 7 year old interested. Very good choice and I like the change from the last Burnouts! He also loves Stuntman and COD4 online.

I still haven't rented a Blueray disk!

I got the 80g that came with Motorstorm which I was going to buy anyway. Not really worth the money for a game that we played for like a week. I'm really glad I got the Big Dog though cause I didn't realize the other ones didn't do blueray and PS2 games.

COD 4 is still the best game ever for me especially now that I'm getting a bit better!!

[evilmonkeyMSP]

they all do blueray, its just the 399 one doesnt upconvert regular DVDs to near HD quality like the 499 one does.
I picked up Burnout Paradise on tuesday for my kids mostly. I'ts hard to find good games that keep my little 7 year old interested. Very good choice and I like the change from the last Burnouts! He also loves Stuntman and COD4 online.

I still haven't rented a Blueray disk!

I got the 80g that came with Motorstorm which I was going to buy anyway. Not really worth the money for a game that we played for like a week. I'm really glad I got the Big Dog though cause I didn't realize the other ones didn't do blueray and PS2 games.

COD 4 is still the best game ever for me especially now that I'm getting a bit better!!

[MP3Performance]

I got the 80g that came with Motorstorm which I was going to buy anyway. Not really worth the money for a game that we played for like a week. I'm really glad I got the Big Dog though cause I didn't realize the other ones didn't do blueray and PS2 games.

COD 4 is still the best game ever for me especially now that I'm getting a bit better!!

The $399 does play blue ray, it just doesn't upconvert regular DVD's.

Also is there a list of member account names for the PS3 people? I know the Xbox people on here have a list. I think we should start a list cause there are more and more people getting the PS3 every week and it would be cool to play against some of you.

[girth]

The 40GB model DOES upconvert regular DVDs just like the 20, 60, and 80 GB models. It was a firmware update that works in ALL of the PS3s.

As for the system price, if all you can afford is the 40GB model just go to www.sonystyle.com and apply for their credit card. You can get instant approval and if you buy the system from their website they will give you a $100 credit on the card - so really the 80GB model is only $399 and the 40gb $299.

[fourthmeal]

There is a bit of mis-information here:

The 40GB model DOES have a WiFi connection, just like its big brothers. It only has 2 usb slots (you can buy a USB multi-port adapter for $6.99 or less, and have 6-8 USB slots.) It does upconvert DVD's, about as good as my previous Panasonic upconverting DVD player. It does NOT have memory card slots (but again this can be remedied by buying a ~$20 USB-to-memory card adapter.) It does NOT have game compatibility for PS2. ALL the PS3's right now can play PS1 games. The PS3 software creates a virtual memory card, so there is no need for a physical memory card slot (which the 40GB model has none.) Its the Emotion Engine that is the hard part for PS2 games. The older 60GB model actually has an Emotion Engine inside, so it really is the ideal model if you want to play PS2 games, but for me it was easy to bypass this need as I have a PS2 sitting right next to the PS3 (and it works just fine as-is.) The 80GB model emulates the Emotion Engine, but it admittedly isn't as good as the real thing, and even Sony says it may or may not be fully compatible. This is why I don't have a problem with the 40GB model, myself.

Lastly, I want to point out that the hard drives are user-replaceable, so any new hard drive model that comes out (say a future 200GB model or something like that) will be easy to buy and install in the existing chassis of ANY PS3.


Don't buy the 399 one. Save up for the 499 and get that one.

$399- 40GB, no PS1 or PS2 game compatibility, no wireless connection (iirc), has 2 usb slots, does not have memory card slots (for camera or such).

$499- 80GB, plays PS1 PS2 and upconverts DVD's, has wireless connection, has 4 usb slots, has memory card slots.

There might be more, but that is all I rememeber for now.

[Raynman]

I just finished Uncharted: Drake's Fortune. Great game!

[knowledge007]

Well I just bought the console. Coming for a hardcore xbox 360 gamers, I have doubts. But anyway, always wanted the system for the blu ray and now I have play some games.

What games are good on an HDTV. I am a shooter, rpg (has to be a good rpg), and others. Are there any science fiction games like space shit that are sweet. What do you guys recommend. COD4 will obviously be on the menu...

[knowledge007]

There is a bit of mis-information here:

The 40GB model DOES have a WiFi connection, just like its big brothers. It only has 2 usb slots (you can buy a USB multi-port adapter for $6.99 or less, and have 6-8 USB slots.) It does upconvert DVD's, about as good as my previous Panasonic upconverting DVD player. It does NOT have memory card slots (but again this can be remedied by buying a ~$20 USB-to-memory card adapter.) It does NOT have game compatibility for PS2. ALL the PS3's right now can play PS1 games. The PS3 software creates a virtual memory card, so there is no need for a physical memory card slot (which the 40GB model has none.) Its the Emotion Engine that is the hard part for PS2 games. The older 60GB model actually has an Emotion Engine inside, so it really is the ideal model if you want to play PS2 games, but for me it was easy to bypass this need as I have a PS2 sitting right next to the PS3 (and it works just fine as-is.) The 80GB model emulates the Emotion Engine, but it admittedly isn't as good as the real thing, and even Sony says it may or may not be fully compatible. This is why I don't have a problem with the 40GB model, myself.

Lastly, I want to point out that the hard drives are user-replaceable, so any new hard drive model that comes out (say a future 200GB model or something like that) will be easy to buy and install in the existing chassis of ANY PS3.

So your telling me that I can't save my online profile or any profiles for that matter to the hard drive??? So are you just saying that the unit has no slot for a physical memory card???

[girth]

So your telling me that I can't save my online profile or any profiles for that matter to the hard drive??? So are you just saying that the unit has no slot for a physical memory card???
EVERYTHING is saved to the hard drive - your profile, your game saves, everything. For PS2 games you have to buy an adapter to transfer your saves over to the hard drive. The memory card slot he's talking about is for your typical camera memory cards (CF, SD, Memory stick, etc)

[girth]

Well I just bought the console. Coming for a hardcore xbox 360 gamers, I have doubts. But anyway, always wanted the system for the blu ray and now I have play some games.

What games are good on an HDTV. I am a shooter, rpg (has to be a good rpg), and others. Are there any science fiction games like space shit that are sweet. What do you guys recommend. COD4 will obviously be on the menu...
Easy - COD4 and Unreal Tournament 3 are must buys. Resistance is a good shooter, as is Uncharted for a 3rd person shooter. For RPGs, Folklore is pretty good also. If you liked Geometry Wars for the XBox you HAVE to download Super Stardust HD as it completely blows GW away. If you like the cheesy Wii control type of games, download High Velocity Bowling as it is a superior bowling game to Wii Bowling.

[knowledge007]

Thanks man I appreciate it. Hope this system pays off. Xbox is my thing, but was a ps player before xbox.

[shane02pro5]

You won't be disappointed! I'm hooked on COD4 like crack! But there are alot of good games out recently and more to come this year! GT5 prologue but you can also download GT HD for free. It's one track but it doesn't get old to me especially drifting!

[knowledge007]

I have the 360, so it won't be nothing new to me. Maybe the graphics might be alittle different. But anyway, I know there are some dope games for the PS3 and not for the 360. And plust I now have an HD and blu ray player...hehe

[fourthmeal]

You won't be disappointed! I'm hooked on COD4 like crack! But there are alot of good games out recently and more to come this year! GT5 prologue but you can also download GT HD for free. It's one track but it doesn't get old to me especially drifting!

COD4 was really fun in slow-motion. But it kinda threw off my perception of time in the real world, after playing it in that mode for a few hours.

[MP3Performance]

EVERYTHING is saved to the hard drive - your profile, your game saves, everything. For PS2 games you have to buy an adapter to transfer your saves over to the hard drive. The memory card slot he's talking about is for your typical camera memory cards (CF, SD, Memory stick, etc)

Umm thats not totaly true. Your online information is saved to your online account. For example your online ranking in COD4 or other games. You can go on other peoples PS3 with your online account and it will let you play with the your unlock iteams.

As far s shooting games I like Rainbow 6 Vegas. It is an older game, but I think they are comming out with a second part soon. It is more of a strategic shooting game, and a lot more slow paced then COD4. But I prefer COD4 over R6V.

[girth]

Umm thats not totaly true. Your online information is saved to your online account. For example your online ranking in COD4 or other games. You can go on other peoples PS3 with your online account and it will let you play with the your unlock iteams.


Ah yes that is right....didn't really consider that part of it. Other stuff is stored on your online account too - like what you've purchased so you can download on a friend's PS3 for free if you want.

[knowledge007]

Hey guys, the controllers, particularly the six axis wireless...do they support rumble??? If not wtf????

[fourthmeal]

They don't, a new release model due in mid '08 or so will have Rumble. Problem is, I assume, that it is a wireless remote. The batteries would kill off pretty quick with rumble. My suggestion? Get bass-kickers installed in your couch. LOL!


Hey guys, the controllers, particularly the six axis wireless...do they support rumble??? If not wtf????

[knowledge007]

You know thats funny you mention that, b/c the my 360 controllers batteries do lose juice kind of quick...LIke if I play a full w/e day in and day out maybe I will have left is another week left on the batteries....

[girth]

No rumble in the standard controller but the new rumbly controller is set to be released in the US this spring. Otherwise you can go to playasia.com and get 1 from Japan -- works fine with the PS3 here and basically costs only $10 more than the standard controller here. Shipping sort of kills it though.

In any case, I have the new rumble controller (dualshock3) and it works great. So far I haven't really noticed much difference in battery life either compared to the non-rumble one.

[knowledge007]

What about warhawk? That game looks like fun...

[shane02pro5]

It is online only and was my first pick for games and the main reason I quickly had my internet set-up. It's pretty cool with such an open environment. It's very fast paced game respawn/ kill/ kill/ die/ respawn/ kill/ kill/ die game and in my opinion better than Unreal Tournament mostly just for the Warhawk flying. After playing COD4 and with it's realism I've been ruined and it doesn't quite compare for me.

The warhawk takes alot of practice to be able to really make use of them and not be shot down within seconds of taking off!!

I'm sure one day I will come back to it since it was definately a worthy purchase and pretty much the only game I played for the first 6months of getting my PS3!

[knowledge007]

Well COD4 obviously is in a class all in it own. I bought the ps3 b/c there are some games I want to play that they don't offer on the 360.

I will definetly be picking warhawk up.

[shane02pro5]

Definately a worthy purchase and there are many different maps! It's a huge game!

Have you tried the GT HD Demo? It's awesome for a free download!

[knowledge007]

Nah man I am waiting to get out of work. My ps3 just came in and it is waiting for me...lmao Just might stop and pick up warhawk on the way home.

[shane02pro5]

Looks like a sick-day for you tomorrow!?

[knowledge007]

lol maybe...

[fourthmeal]

Make sure to connect to the net, and run all your updates/downloads overnight. The PS3 will set up downloads to run while you're sleeping, so you can actually play the next day. I recommend DL'ing everything that is in the Playstation store that is free. It will take a long time to DL and install everything, which is why I recommend doing it overnight.

[shane02pro5]

^Good point!

[BKJT05]

hey guys, i have had ps3 since it came out, but now i want to get online and play? What do i all need to do so and how??? thanks

[KZL_99ES]

is it really true that Sony will keep their PS3 system out for 10 years like they did the PS2?

Because then it seems a lot more worth it to get one...!

[MP3Performance]

is it really true that Sony will keep their PS3 system out for 10 years like they did the PS2?

Because then it seems a lot more worth it to get one...!

I have not heard anything about this, but I would be willing to say yes. The main reason is that sony has a highly advanced gaming system that gaming companys are not even close to taking total potential of. The electronics in it are still so new (even though it has been out for this long) that sony still looses money on every sale. The only way they gain money is through games and accesories. I think we will see a new Xbox version before a new sony gaming system because the 360 is reaching the limits of its gaming ability for developers much faster. I waited 2 years to get a PS2 and hated myself for waiting so long. When the PS3 came out I waited until things settled down (i.e. end of holiday season) and went and bought one. I was going to wait until GT came out, but due to sony constantly pushing back the lauch dates of there games I decided I didn't want to wait. I can say I am VERY happy I did not wait.

One more thing. I just noticed that sony pushed back GT Prolouge AGAIN (headshake. It was supposed to come out early march. Now it will be middle of april. LOL at sony and its game developers.

[girth]

is it really true that Sony will keep their PS3 system out for 10 years like they did the PS2?

Because then it seems a lot more worth it to get one...!
It's probably pretty likely. Back when the PS1 and PS2 were released Sony openly admitted they wanted to have a regular new hardware cycle of 3 to 4 years. The PS1 to PS2 took about 4 years but the PS2 lasted a lot longer than even Sony originally anticipated. Contrast that to the PS3 -- Sony has stated right from the start that they are aiming for a 10 year life span. Seems pretty unlikely and more marketing hype than anything to me....but when you consider the PS2 is already on its 9th year maybe it isn't that crazy.

[girth]

Nah man I am waiting to get out of work. My ps3 just came in and it is waiting for me...lmao Just might stop and pick up warhawk on the way home.
maybe you already know but you can also download warhawk off of the playstation store for $39.99. That version doesn't come with a headset but if you already have a usb or bluetooth headset you don't need another one.

[ThrillRide]

One more thing. I just noticed that sony pushed back GT Prolouge AGAIN (headshake. It was supposed to come out early march. Now it will be middle of april. LOL at sony and its game developers.

Thats the way it has always been with the GT and MG series. I have since learned to just ignor everything I read and hear so I don't get my hopes up. Just wait till I see it on the shelf.

[knowledge007]

Well people, I am impressed with the over all performance of the PS3. Coming from hardcore 360 player, one thing that was really impressive is the wifi connection to my home network. Absolutely amazing. Played COD4 for approx. 4 hours and did not have one network connection issue. Not one. There is no way I could ever get that long on the 360 without some fucking network issue. And that is with the system hard wired.

Still haven't even scratched the surface with all the little details within the core of the system. But one thing that I have to give credit to xbox is the Xbox live system. PS3 is far behind on this category. I don't like the fact that you can only chat, join, or anything for that matter on a game by game basis. Where as with Xbox live, I can pull up my window when I am pretty much doing anything whether playing a game, hearing music, watching a movie, or just plain picking my ass and chat, send messages, join, chat privately while playing a completely diffferent game and so on and so forth. On another note, wtf why doesn't it come with a mic...that really sucks...

I also like the weight of the controller, just have to get used to the control pad to the upper left...lmao My left thumb kept moving down for all the goodies...

But all in all, the system is pretty sweet. I am very happy with the buy. I have two kick ass systems.

SlvrBullet007 if anyone is interested on adding me.

[girth]

I'll probably add you when I'm on next time (the GF is hogging the TV right now). Glad you're happy with the system - and just remember it's honestly going to get a lot better from here on out. 2008 is set up to be a big year. I agree XBox Live is superior to the PSN but the PSN is cheaper (obviously) and they are going to come out with "Home" sometime this year, which should provide a lot of the online chat and other features you miss from XBox Live. A mic would be nice if it came with the system but I suppose they have to draw the line with features somewhere. Either go with any USB or wireless headset or you could also get the PS Eye (camera) for $40 as that has a mic built in.

[knowledge007]

I have a question about something I noticed yesterday playing COD4. Why does the game only come out in 720p??? I have the system setup for 1080p and is running 1080 on the system dashboard. But when the game launches the game runs @ 720...wtf???

Also had a problem playing blu ray's. Called tech support and they made me shut off the automatic to "off" on the HDMI setting...you know the 1080p @ 48hz...or w/e the hell that is. Anyway, they could not give me an explanation about the game and I was wondering if any of you noticed this and or have a solution?

[knowledge007]

Never mind, I just figured it out. I have to uncheck the 720p in the console settings...

[glyph]

figured i'd finally check out this thread. I've had mine since christmas 06, but haven't played it much. "glyph" on PSN (I got in early enough)

[knowledge007]

There is one thing that I do not understand about the PS3, the damn thing does not upconvert regular DVD's. That is another thing I failed to mention what the 360 has over the PS3. For 400 dollars, the least Sony can do is upscale my damn dvd's.

[shane02pro5]

[Settings] > [BD/DVDSettings] > DVD Upscaler (http://manuals.playstation.net/document/en/ps3/current/settings/bdsettings.html#2449)

[evilmonkeyMSP]

if you bought the 399 one it does not upconvert...the 499 one does...

[shane02pro5]

Oops! I know I got the Big Dawg!!

[BKJT05]

hey guys, i have had ps3 since it came out, but now i want to get online and play? What do i all need to do so and how??? thanks

bump for anwsers???

[shane02pro5]

Just need a hi-speed connection. If you use a wireless router it has one built in and it will detect it. You might be able to get a signal from someone in your area. PS3 online is free!

[knowledge007]

Just need a hi-speed connection. If you use a wireless router it has one built in and it will detect it. You might be able to get a signal from someone in your area. PS3 online is free!

First and foremost you need an ISP, which I am pretty sure you already have.

You can do it two ways, you can buy a router (preferebly wireless) as shane as mentioned and hook it up via wirelessly, or you can run an ethernet cable and hard wire the machine. With a router to the your ISP's modem you can have several macines on the internet with only one internet service.

If you don't need a router, then you can just run the modem straight the PS3 with an ethernet cable.

[girth]

if you bought the 399 one it does not upconvert...the 499 one does...
Just like the last time you posted that, it's WRONG - the cheap model PS3 does upconvert DVDs. Let me say it again, ALL PS3s ever sold in the U.S. upconvert DVDs (as long as you have the latest firmware).

[knowledge007]

Just like the last time you posted that, it's WRONG - the cheap model PS3 does upconvert DVDs. Let me say it again, ALL PS3s ever sold in the U.S. upconvert DVDs (as long as you have the latest firmware).

How would I do it then Girth. When i set it to full or normal or w/e I get a message that the system will upconvert my dvd's???

[knowledge007]

Is it possible to charge the controller without the system being on?

Also, wtf, the wired mic doesn't hook up to the controller?

My T.V. is approx. 10 feet away and I am running a 46". I can't be sitting 2' away my eyes will be lost. Plus with the controller...wtf man so if I need to charge it while playing I have sit my ass on the floor infront of my T.V. just to charge and play at the same time...

[girth]

How would I do it then Girth. When i set it to full or normal or w/e I get a message that the system will upconvert my dvd's???
No just set it to "Normal" and it will do the upscaling. It doesn't give you any kind of confirmation message.


Is it possible to charge the controller without the system being on?
Yup - plug the controller into any USB port on any computer or TV or whatever else you have. Places like Circuit City also have a "charge kit" that you can get for $20 or something that basically is just a powered usb hub that you can plug in. Me, I have a laptop next to my lay-z-boy so I just plug the controller into there.


Also, wtf, the wired mic doesn't hook up to the controller?
Nope.

My T.V. is approx. 10 feet away and I am running a 46". I can't be sitting 2' away my eyes will be lost. Plus with the controller...wtf man so if I need to charge it while playing I have sit my ass on the floor infront of my T.V. just to charge and play at the same time...
A few options here:
1. The PS Eye has a microphone built in that can pick up your voice plenty good from 10 feet away, so you could just do that.
2. Get a wireless mic.
3. Get a USB microphone and buy a USB extension cable. Seriously you can get an extension cable for like $3 at monoprice.com........shortly after buying the PS3 I just went and bought 4, 10ft extension cables and it has served me well. I actually don't even use them though....I just charge the controller on the computer when I'm not playing and I use the PS-eye for my microphone right now. I have a USB headset but I'm too lazy to drag it out and hook it up.

[knowledge007]

I appreciate your help Girth. I ended up buying the Mad Catz wireless headset. But now, from what I gather, everytime I turn on the system I have to connect the headset. Not pair, but I have to connect it...?

I was thinking of that with the controller just hooking it up to my comp.

These little things are really annoying. But like I said, I am happy with the system. Only prob I am having now is that most games are not even 1080i. Every game I was looking at yesterday at gamestop was 720p. So I guess I am going to wait for the rest of the games to come out this year. They should all be atleast 1080i. Hoping for 1080p.

[glyph]

if you want a mic, you can also use a bluetooth headset, if you own one. You'll have to pair it with the PS3, first.


First and foremost you need an ISP, which I am pretty sure you already have.


LOL

[glyph]

A few options here:
1. The PS Eye has a microphone built in that can pick up your voice plenty good from 10 feet away, so you could just do that.
2. Get a wireless mic.
3. Get a USB microphone and buy a USB extension cable. Seriously you can get an extension cable for like $3 at monoprice.com........shortly after buying the PS3 I just went and bought 4, 10ft extension cables and it has served me well. I actually don't even use them though....I just charge the controller on the computer when I'm not playing and I use the PS-eye for my microphone right now. I have a USB headset but I'm too lazy to drag it out and hook it up.

if you have the Rock band mic... it's just a logitech USB mic after all

[girth]

Yeah there's a lack of 1080p games for sure. I'm not familiar with that headset so I can't help you there. The only thing I can say is maybe there's a special procedure for it when you start the system up. I know I was confused at first when I first used the Guitar Hero 3 wireless controller because it had a special procedure to get it "recognized"...had to hold down a button on the dongle and then hit the PS button on the guitar or some weird crap. Check in the manual for the headset if it says anything like that.

[girth]

if you have the Rock band mic... it's just a logitech USB mic after all
Yeah I have the same mic that came with the PS2's Karoke Revolution game. I could use that too I suppose. For now the PS Eye works for me since it's permanently hooked up and no cords are ran across the floor.

[shane02pro5]

Any of you guys that are playing COD4 I had a very weird thing happen last night with my son playing.

The day before we were like Brigadier General (I think) level 43 (I know)
then we started last night and dropped all the way down to level 26.

We still have all of our unlocked items including the Desert Eagle which we just unlocked.

So I went to the Barracks and it showed Level 43 Brigadier General next rank at lvl 44 in like 6509900008 points and the numbers just kept scrolling higher.

So I was like okay maybe something is up with the servers so I reboot and still shows the same thing including my lvl 43 in the barracks. Then I play some more and my ranking gets promoted to Captain or something at lvl 27 and the barracks shows me at lvl 27 now so I guess I'm screwed and have to work my way back up?? I still have all my unlocked stuff but it's just frustrating and doesn't make a bit of sense!

[knowledge007]

This was also happening on xbox live. don't know what the reason is. Hasn't happened to me...(knocks on wood)

Wtf is up witht he mics people, there is no mute, nobody responds. The wireless mad catz sucks ass. No impressed people with the voice capabilities. No to mention the damn thing doesn't even plug into the controller atleast. And voice sounds like shit.

[TreFlip999]

This was also happening on xbox live. don't know what the reason is. Hasn't happened to me...(knocks on wood)

Wtf is up witht he mics people, there is no mute, nobody responds. The wireless mad catz sucks ass. No impressed people with the voice capabilities. No to mention the damn thing doesn't even plug into the controller atleast. And voice sounds like shit.

have you gone under "accessories" settings and set it up? i have a motorola BT and it works great...I really only like it for team games, i cant stand little kids talking crap or playing retarded music, the mute would be nice....and shane that sucks man, you got the crap end of the stick but your rank doesnt matter, i you got the skill you got it...Ive got my ass kicked by lvl 2's and 3's and im a master gunnery sgt...you will get it back in time, just play alot of domination but i could see it maybe being difficult since you have already beat the majority of the challenges so you wont have those points coming in

[shane02pro5]

My 8yro son is the one who did most of the playtime to get there. He will kick all of our asses, trust me on this. I have learned a few things from him like constalty throwing grenades. He is almost always the high scoring player in team deathmatch.

I did a yahoo search and apparently this downranking crap is a common problem that hasn't been worked out yet.

I hate the mics mainly when my kids are playing and they keep cussing them out. One night some ass was making fun of my mazdapower name. Do they even make Mazdas any more miatas are fkn fag cars. Maybe I need to change to like 320whp_P5-T so they know what's up once I have it running in a week or so!!

[TreFlip999]

My 8yro son is the one who did most of the playtime to get there. He will kick all of our asses, trust me on this. I have learned a few things from him like constalty throwing grenades. He is almost always the high scoring player in team deathmatch.

I did a yahoo search and apparently this downranking crap is a common problem that hasn't been worked out yet.

I hate the mics mainly when my kids are playing and they keep cussing them out. One night some ass was making fun of my mazdapower name. Do they even make Mazdas any more miatas are fkn fag cars. Maybe I need to change to like 320whp_P5-T so they know what's up once I have it running in a week or so!!


buahaha, what a jack ass, i hate ignorant asshole that just talk to hear themselves talking...You should have asked if he even owned a car, I wish i could sit around on my ass all day and play online video games at my moms as a grown ass man, some people are rediculous, i can see younger kids and im not gunna lie, the game gets addicting but you gotta draw the line somewhere, life isnt just video games...So what if your lvl 55 elite...COD4 wont pay the bills...and im NOT sayin this is all grown people, just a very broad opinion judging fom the several people ive encountered on the playstation network who were bragging about owning 3+ PS3's, are over 30 years old, plaing 18+ hours a day, ive even heard babies crying in the background and he yelled at his lady to take care of it...

[knowledge007]

have you gone under "accessories" settings and set it up? i have a motorola BT and it works great...I really only like it for team games, i cant stand little kids talking crap or playing retarded music, the mute would be nice....and shane that sucks man, you got the crap end of the stick but your rank doesnt matter, i you got the skill you got it...Ive got my ass kicked by lvl 2's and 3's and im a master gunnery sgt...you will get it back in time, just play alot of domination but i could see it maybe being difficult since you have already beat the majority of the challenges so you wont have those points coming in


Lmao, thats whats happening to me right now. I am wooping ass beating everybody, winning rounds, ranking up a rank every 2 rounds, and all the 45 and up's are asking if I am cheating.....buahahahaha I tell them this is my first time I have ever played this game and some believe me... This is fun...

[knowledge007]

I heard that too, someone telling the other to take care of the kids...that shit is funny.

[TreFlip999]

Lmao, thats whats happening to me right now. I am wooping ass beating everybody, winning rounds, ranking up a rank every 2 rounds, and all the 45 and up's are asking if I am cheating.....buahahahaha I tell them this is my first time I have ever played this game and some believe me... This is fun...

Thats awesome...I could be SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO much better if i didnt have so much effing LAG.....Fudge....i get robbed of 15+ kills a match because of it...I can unload a full clip with my AK and they turn around and shank or shoot my ass...Its gets frustrating...I have to connect through a public wireless network used by 400+ people at any given hour...Being deployed its really all I have to do and it helps pass time on my free-time and plus its fun as hell, i guess I'll have to deal with the LAG until i get back on american soil, but im coming for everyone once i get back, ITS ON!

[knowledge007]

Like donkey kong!!! Be safe out there man, watch your six always!!!

[MP3Performance]

Ive got my ass kicked by lvl 2's and 3's and im a master gunnery sgt

I'm pretty sure those people were just in "prestige mode". Cause once you reach the highest level (like around 55), you can start again from level 1 and work your way up again. The people that do this have special symbols depending on how many times they redid it (i think you can redo it about 30 times).



One night some ass was making fun of my mazdapower name. Do they even make Mazdas any more miatas are fkn fag cars. Maybe I need to change to like 320whp_P5-T so they know what's up once I have it running in a week or so!!

All I have to say is my PSN name is FO_SHIZ. You can't imagine the conversations I have had with other people about it, lol (stfu).

[TreFlip999]

I'm pretty sure those people were just in "prestige mode". Cause once you reach the highest level (like around 55), you can start again from level 1 and work your way up again. The people that do this have special symbols depending on how many times they redid it (i think you can redo it about 30 times).




All I have to say is my PSN name is FO_SHIZ. You can't imagine the conversations I have had with other people about it, lol (stfu).

Yah im aware of prestige and and all the symbols...These were genuine lvl 2's and 3's. lance corporals dominating prestige and colonels..buahaha...for shizzle

[Sho-Ryu-Ken!]

man, can't wait to play once i get home (sandbox)... COD4, GT5, and Ratchet and Clank are on my "Buy Me First" list... oh, yeah, and Street Fighter IV, once it's done...

[knowledge007]

Maybe you guys can help me...I am trying to find a game that I loved way back when...I don't remember what console it was on. It ws a sandbox type of game. I think his name was Jack and it was kind futurish. Sort of like Ratchet and Clank. He did have side kick with him. I think it was a squirel??? It was just like GTA. You jack anyone hover craft, you had races, you had puzzles, you had all sorts of stuff...

Can anyone remember???

[knowledge007]

Never mind I found it. Jak and Daxter. Was this only an exclusive ps2 game...???

[girth]

Never mind I found it. Jak and Daxter. Was this only an exclusive ps2 game...???
Yup. There were like 3 of them and they were all PS2 exclusive.

[knowledge007]

Well that sucks considering my 40g is not compatible for the ps2's... I loved that game...

[Salmon_Rob]

theres daxter for psp to

[glyph]

yeah, it's supposed to be really good too.

[fourthmeal]

I jumped into Assassins Creed just a few days ago. A little repetitive, but nonetheless a great game. Interesting plot, and an even more interesting way to play as an ancient ancestor. I like.

[knowledge007]

It was a great game, but the repetivness got kind of boring... Towards the end I was doing the bare minimum to accomplish the goal. Love the graphics though...

[TreFlip999]

assassins creed has awesome graphic but i couldnt get into it..my favorite games thus far are uncharted, ratchet and clank and call of duty 4...speaking off, i got pwned 3 time yesterday by the "connection interupted" when i was about to win 3 different free-for-alls...Makes me angry

[knowledge007]

I don't know about ratchet... Can't get the jist of it. What is the goal of that game besides just destroying everythingi n sight.

Uncharted, I have been playing, its getting good now I am going for the girl and location of where her parachute landed... I love the graphics.

[TreFlip999]

Dooooood...wait until you meet the nasty cave creatures...thy scared the shit out of me, wasnt expecting that in the game

[glyph]

i have to get Uncharted, it's getting rave reviews. And ratchet and clank.

I played through assassin's creed on the xbox, and I never really felt that things were repetitive. I did break up the missions with a lot of flag hunting, though.