PS3 Fanboy http://www.ps3fanboy.com PS3 Fanboy http://www.ps3fanboy.com/feedlogo.gif PS3 Fanboy http://www.ps3fanboy.com en-us Copyright 2008 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/The Metal Gear primer: everything you need to knowhttp://www.ps3fanboy.com/2008/06/11/the-metal-gear-primer-everything-you-need-to-know/http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2008/06/11/the-metal-gear-primer-everything-you-need-to-know/http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2008/06/11/the-metal-gear-primer-everything-you-need-to-know/#commentsFiled under:


The Metal Gear legacy spans quite a bit of time. So, don't be embarrassed to admit you may not remember everything. The hype around MGS4 is legendary, and we're sure there are bound to be newcomers to this PS3-exclusive adventure. For n00bs and veterans alike, Joystiq has written a helpful guide that goes through everything you "need to know."

For example, did you know Raiden's real name was Jack? BUM BUM BUM!

Teach me! Teach me! >
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]]>metal-gear-solidmetal-gear-solid-4mgsmgs4Andrew Yoon2008-06-11T14:00:00+00:00Where to buy the Metal Gear Solid 4 bundlehttp://www.ps3fanboy.com/2008/06/09/where-to-buy-the-metal-gear-solid-4-bundle/http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2008/06/09/where-to-buy-the-metal-gear-solid-4-bundle/http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2008/06/09/where-to-buy-the-metal-gear-solid-4-bundle/#commentsFiled under:


Come Thursday, thousands of Americans will battle each other in retail stores around the country to get their hands on the new 80GB Metal Gear Solid 4 bundle. The package will include the game, a backwards-compatible 80GB system and a rumbling DualShock 3 controller.

Each retailer will have its own policies regarding what to buy with the system, but Wal-Mart clearly has the competition beat with its generous bonus $100 gift card -- an incentive that will also work with this lucrative bundle. Getting a free $100 for buying the Metal Gear bundle? How generous.

If you can't make a Wal-Mart, you may want to try any of these other options:
  • amazon.com is already sold out
  • Best Buy is holding multiple midnight launches this Wednesday night.
  • Circuit City has pre-orders available, but you must buy an extra Blu-ray remote (total: $525).
  • EB Games/Gamestop online pre-orders are sold out -- check midnight launches.
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]]>80gbmetal-gear-solidmetal-gear-solid-4mgsmgs4ps3Andrew Yoon2008-06-09T10:45:00+00:00Sony's official PS3 theme creation how-tohttp://www.ps3fanboy.com/2008/06/09/sonys-official-ps3-theme-creation-how-to/http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2008/06/09/sonys-official-ps3-theme-creation-how-to/http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2008/06/09/sonys-official-ps3-theme-creation-how-to/#commentsFiled under:


A few days ago, the PlayStation.blog posted an official how-to, going meticulously step-by-step through the process of making original PS3 themes. It shouldn't be surprising, but there quite a number of icons used by the PS3, meaning a total XMB overhaul will take quite a bit of effort. If you're willing to take the jump, download the files you need here.

Unfortunately for Mac users, Sony's official theme program requires Windows. Considering how only 11% of you use Apple OS (according to our stats), it seems like Sony's neglect of the operating system will continue.
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]]>themethemesAndrew Yoon2008-06-09T05:00:00+00:00We take an in-depth look at Qorehttp://www.ps3fanboy.com/2008/06/06/we-take-an-in-depth-look-at-qore/http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2008/06/06/we-take-an-in-depth-look-at-qore/http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2008/06/06/we-take-an-in-depth-look-at-qore/#commentsFiled under:



Qore definitely looks interesting, but is it worth the price of admission? We've gone in depth with the "Digizine" to bring you a taste so that you can decide for yourself. Check out our gallery below to see a large number of screenshots of Qore in action, along with some useful info to help you make your mind up. In our heads, it's a great deal for only $3.

Click here to begin the tour and be sure to let us know what you think.

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]]>featuregalleryjoystiqfeaturesqoreJem Alexander2008-06-06T10:10:00+00:00Video: Adding yen to a Japanese PSN accounthttp://www.ps3fanboy.com/2008/03/14/video-adding-yen-to-a-japanese-psn-account/http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2008/03/14/video-adding-yen-to-a-japanese-psn-account/http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2008/03/14/video-adding-yen-to-a-japanese-psn-account/#commentsFiled under:

Epileptic Gaming goes through the process of adding yen to a Japanese PSN account. It's not a task that most will want to endure through, but for importers that love getting their hands on early Japanese PSN releases will be sure to enjoy this information. Downloadable games work on any PS3 from any region, so this might be fun for those that aren't afraid of a little language barrier.

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]]>japanpsnAndrew Yoon2008-03-14T09:50:00+00:00Why hasn't the PS3 been hacked?http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2008/03/08/why-hasnt-the-ps3-been-hacked/http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2008/03/08/why-hasnt-the-ps3-been-hacked/http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2008/03/08/why-hasnt-the-ps3-been-hacked/#commentsFiled under:


Where is the PS3 homebrew scene? Considering how active the PSP scene, one would think that Sony's other console would get the same kind of attention from hackers. It's not that people aren't trying -- rather, it appears that Sony has learned from their mistakes with the PSP.

PSP was rather insecure from the start. A primer from "nikkelitous" explains that "the PSP didn't have any security protections in the first version: Thats right! It essentially ran anything that you put on it." In spite of Sony's continued attempts at fixing PSP security through firmware revisions, the damage has already been done. "The PSP now has a very powerful security system, but like the Greeks, we had people inside. Once a system is hacked and understood, very little can be used to continue to protect it."

Not only has Sony made the PS3 much more secure, but its use of Blu-ray makes it significantly more difficult to hack. "It's not using a DVD drive it's using a custom Blu-ray drive, we can't simply copy the disks, and we don't know enough about the firmware on the drive to accomplish a 'debug mode' even if it's on there." Of course, all of these hindrances aren't stopping the hacking community. They're going to keep on trying, and will probably one day succeed. However, it's clear that this time around, Sony isn't going to be taken off-guard.
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]]>hackhackinghomebrewAndrew Yoon2008-03-08T14:30:00+00:00Devil May Cry: a series retrospectivehttp://www.ps3fanboy.com/2008/02/04/devil-may-cry-a-series-retrospective/http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2008/02/04/devil-may-cry-a-series-retrospective/http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2008/02/04/devil-may-cry-a-series-retrospective/#commentsFiled under:


Devil May Cry 4 arrives on PS3 this week, signaling the long-revered franchise's jump to the current generation. How did the series become as beloved as it is today? Join us as we take a retrospective look on the long-running legacy of the Devil May Cry series.

It all began back in 2001 when Capcom unleashed a game titled Devil May Cry on the PS2. The game introduced the character of Dante, a man who runs a shop where people come to have demons dealt with. At the start of the game, Dante meets Trish, a femme fatale who tests his abilities. She reveals that the one responsible for killing his mother and brother (Vergil ... more on that later), Mundus, is making a return. And so your adventure begins.

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As Dante explores the gigantic castle Trish leads him to, he finds new weapons, meets some insane bosses (Phantom, the gigantic lava spider, sticks in our mind for several reasons -- mainly because he served as the first true boss in the Devil May Cry universe and introduced us to the brutal difficulty of the game), and kicks a lot of ass. The other notable boss is Nelo Angelo, a demonic knight of sorts who attacks Dante relentlessly throughout the game. As the game progresses, it is revealed Nelo Angelo is actually Vergil, Dante's twin brother. This makes a lot more sense after Devil May Cry 3.



Near the end of the game, Trish betrays Dante, claiming she's worked for Mundus the entire time. Dante apparently doesn't mind, because whenever she fell into subsequent peril, he rescues her due to her physical similarity to his mother. Eventually, the two defeat Mundus and leave the castle. They set up shop together, naming Dante's demon hunting business "Devil Never Cry".

It's a threadbare plot, to be sure. Most of the story is delivered in the form of a snappy one-liner or a long strand of insanely over-the-top fighting/acrobatics. The game originally started out as a Resident Evil game, but grew so far from the survival horror genre that Capcom decided to roll with it and churned out a game that redefined the action genre. Before Devil May Cry, most 3D action titles were very slow paced with a meager catalogue of moves and combos to perform.



The first Devil May Cry was not without its faults, though. The control scheme was chaotic -- like Capcom just slapped their keyboard a few times while programming and you were stuck with the result. You couldn't really change the controls to something more manageable, either. The difficulty was unlike anything gamers had experienced in a long time. Some despised that; others embraced the challenge. The camera angles were like a plague that sentenced you to death. Still, it ushered in a new era of action games and few were able to top its style for a long time. Eventually, Capcom revealed they were working on a sequel. Devil May Cry 2. What was Dante going to get into this time? Would the game live up to the original?

Devil May Cry 2 >
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]]>devil-may-crydmc-retrospectivejoystiqfeaturesNick Doerr2008-02-04T09:00:00+00:00Downloading videos from Stage6http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2007/12/18/downloading-videos-from-stage6/http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2007/12/18/downloading-videos-from-stage6/http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2007/12/18/downloading-videos-from-stage6/#commentsFiled under:


Stage6 is widely known amongst DivX fans as one of the best places to get high quality streaming DivX video. Unfortunately, the site isn't compatible with the PS3 ... or is it?

It is, so long as you're willing to fiddle around with the PS3's web browser a bit. Go to a Stage6 video you're interested in. For example, we've chosen the PS3's recent Universe of Entertainment ad. Edit the URL in your PS3 browser by pressing START.

URL displayed by browser:
http://www.stage6.com/PS3/video/1827927/PLAYSTATION%C2%AE3---Universe-of-Entertainment

To download this DivX file to your DivX-enabled PS3, you're going to have to edit the video as such:

http://video.stage6.com/1827927/.divx

That's it! Press START, and your PS3 will start downloading the DivX file directly to your hard drive. You can do this with any video on Stage6. All you have to do is follow this formula:
http://video.stage6.com/VIDEO-NUMBER/.divx

Any other information is unnecessary! This only takes a few seconds, and you'll have high quality DivX files any time you wish.
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]]>divxstage6Andrew Yoon2007-12-18T21:00:00+00:00PS3 Fanboy Holiday Buyer's Guide 2007http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2007/12/01/ps3-fanboy-holiday-buyers-guide-2007/http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2007/12/01/ps3-fanboy-holiday-buyers-guide-2007/http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2007/12/01/ps3-fanboy-holiday-buyers-guide-2007/#commentsFiled under:

December has finally begun. You know what that means: only 25 days left until Christmas. Whether you're a newcomer, or a long time fan, PS3 has a lot to offer this holiday season. Read up on what's hot and what's not, and make sure you get the best stocking stuffer for the PS3 fan.

Hardware


PS3 40GB Spider-man 3 Movie Pack - $399.99
If you're looking to get a new PS3 system, there's one clear choice: the PS3 40GB Spider-man 3 Movie Pack. You'll lose backwards compatibility with PS2 games, but there should more than enough PS3 content to keep you busy in the coming months. At under $400, it's one of the cheapest Blu-ray players around, which is great for the movie buff. With built-in wireless and free access to the PSN, the price-reduced 40GB PS3 has features that some of the competing gaming systems still don't have.


Accessories


Sony PS3 Blu-ray Disc Remote - $24.99
Complete your media center experience with the PS3 by picking up this Bluetooth remote. There's nothing wrong about using a standard PS3 controller for playback, but the remote certainly makes the experience a lot more intuitive.


Dual Shock 3 - Import only
This is going to be hard to find. The rumble-ready PS3 controller is seriously in-demand. If you can get one without selling a kidney, it'll be a worthwhile find. American versions of the controller will be available next year.


HDMI cables - Price varies
Hope you're not planning on using standard composite 480i cables with your PS3. Ensure full HD visuals with HDMI cables. Don't buy these at retail stores: you should never pay more than $20 for cables.



Peripheral Gaming


Eye of Judgment - $69.99
This addictive card game includes the Eye, Sony's next-gen camera peripheral. The game is fantastic, rekindling the inner nerd in all of us. Seeing creatures come to life from real cards is something any dork will appreciate. The Eye is also a great piece of tech and will allow you to play new games, such as Operation Creature Feature and video chat using the PS3's simple (and sexy) chat feature.


Time Crisis 4 - $79.99
Fans of arcade shooters will love Time Crisis 4, which comes bundled with Namco's new Guncon 3. This gun uses new Wii Remote-like sensor bars for greater accuracy than before. There's really no other alternative so far this generation.


Rock Band Special Edition - $169.99
For the music fan that always wanted to be in a rock band. This pricey set includes support for two guitars, a drum set and a microphone so that your giftee and three friends can get together and start jammin'. The ultimate four player party game? Perhaps. The huge box that houses the game will certainly make this gift an eye-opener.



Software


Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare - $59.99
This is the definitive multiplayer game for PS3 fans. Easily the best FPS game on the platform, Call of Duty 4 features both a brilliant single player campaign, and fantastic multiplayer options. Four player split screen and a hefty online community makes this a must for those that love online gaming.


Ratchet & Clank Future: Tools of Destruction - $59.99
Ratchet & Clank brings beautiful Pixar-like visuals and easy, accessible gameplay -- perfect for kids and adults. The cartoony graphics are among the best on the system, and easily stands out as the best children's game on the platform. Anyone, young and old, will enjoy this stocking stuffer.


Uncharted: Drake's Fortune - $59.99
It's Indiana Jones in video game form. This classic adventure will satiate both hardcore and casual gamers alike, with its accessible controls and level design. Hardcore gamers will love the challenging gun fights, and casual gamers will love the beautiful vistas. Easily the best looking game on the system, with a fun cast of lovable characters, to boot.


Ninja Gaiden Sigma - $59.99
Get this for the hardcore gamer. The game is known for its notorious difficulty that will undoubtedly frustrate the casual gamer. Hardcore gamers that love to share bragging rights will love the relentless difficulty, elegant battle system and overall ninja-ness of the game.


Warhawk - $39.99
If you're looking for a value gift, go for Warhawk. This is an online-only game that offers a perfectly balanced experience in every game. Up to four players can play on one machine, making it great for parties at home. Make sure the PS3 has a decent connection to the internet, though.



Blu-ray Movies


Planet Earth - $69.99
Who knew the world could be so beautiful? There's only one way to watch this series, and it is in HD. This breathtaking series will give you a newfound appreciation of the planet we live on, and has demonstrated the incredible power of the PS3 more than anything else this year.


Die Hard Collection - $90.99
All four Die Hard movies in one box. That's a preposterous amount of testosterone! Get some MENERGY! There's so much masculine energy in this collection, you'll be able to hyperkick people in the face. And babies, you'll make so many babies. 400 of them!


Spider-man: The High Definition Collection - $64.99
Three Spider-man movies, all in HD. This is the best way to experience the most successful superhero franchise of all time, and it's exclusively on Blu-ray.
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]]>holidashholidayjoystiqfeaturesAndrew Yoon2007-12-01T09:00:00+00:00Finally: folders for videos on your PS3http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2007/11/13/finally-folders-for-videos-on-your-ps3/http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2007/11/13/finally-folders-for-videos-on-your-ps3/http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2007/11/13/finally-folders-for-videos-on-your-ps3/#commentsFiled under:


One of the lesser known tricks of PS3 firmware 2.00 is the ability to organize videos into folders, a request that many have had since the system's launch. So how do you use this magical feature? Simple. Press Triangle on any video, and edit the Album Information. Press Square from the XMB, and you'll be able to sort by a variety of options. One is the ability to sort by Albums, which will let you finally have a clean way of organizing your videos. Excellent.
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]]>2.00foldersorganizationvideoAndrew Yoon2007-11-13T18:30:00+00:00Comparison: Is the 40GB PS3 such a bad deal?http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2007/10/18/comparison-is-the-40gb-ps3-such-a-bad-deal/http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2007/10/18/comparison-is-the-40gb-ps3-such-a-bad-deal/http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2007/10/18/comparison-is-the-40gb-ps3-such-a-bad-deal/#commentsFiled under: , ,


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Is the 40GB PS3 really such a bad deal? We stacked a number of systems side by side to see which gaming console is the best value (at least, in terms of hardware). For example, when compared to the Xbox 360, the $399 PS3 may seem like a pretty good deal, provided you're looking for built-in wi-fi and an HD movie player. These two peripherals cost $99 and $179 each for the Xbox 360.

However, let's not forget that the 20GB Xbox 360 includes some backwards compatibility support (the 40GB PS3 does not). In addition, you get two free games with the system.

The 60GB PS3 is in an interesting position right now, as it currently costs the same as the 80GB model. For the same price, you can get a larger hard drive and a free game. The only difference? The 80GB has more limited backwards compatibility support. Patrick Seybold from SCEA reminds us that "There are no plans to lower the price of the 60GB model. The 60GB model has nearly 95% backwards compatibility, so consumers looking for that feature have the option while supplies last."

[Update: Chart updated with user suggested information. Updated with minor corrections. Thanks, readers!]
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]]>40gb60gbps3xbox-360Andrew Yoon2007-10-18T17:00:00+00:00How to set up and play The Eye of Judgmenthttp://www.ps3fanboy.com/2007/09/28/how-to-set-up-and-play-the-eye-of-judgment/http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2007/09/28/how-to-set-up-and-play-the-eye-of-judgment/http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2007/09/28/how-to-set-up-and-play-the-eye-of-judgment/#commentsFiled under: ,

Up until recently, details have been sparse in regards to how you'll actually be playing The Eye of Judgment, but just in case you still have some questions, this video should spell everything out for you.

While the game seems to live up to its billing, we could have used some battle music when the game transitions to combat mode. The lovely music is nice for a lonely walk in the woods, but when a flock of dwarves is battling a winged demon astride a three-headed beast, we expect to be blasted with some metal ... or even country music at the very least.

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]]>eyeofjudgmenthow-toplaystation-eyethe-eye-of-judgmentvideoChris Powell2007-09-28T12:30:00+00:00GamePro guide makes PS3 hard drive install easyhttp://www.ps3fanboy.com/2007/08/02/gamepro-guide-makes-ps3-hard-drive-install-easy/http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2007/08/02/gamepro-guide-makes-ps3-hard-drive-install-easy/http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2007/08/02/gamepro-guide-makes-ps3-hard-drive-install-easy/#commentsFiled under:


Is 60GB (or 80GB) simply not enough space for your PS3? We know it's easy to swap PS3's hard drive ... but GamePro's picture-by-picture guide makes the process even easier. The tools required are simple: Husky Precision Screwdriver, external hard drive or USB thumb drive (for copying over files), and a 2.5" SATA laptop drive. Thanks to the XMB's easy to use interface, the process of copying over files and formatting the new PS3 drive is a cinch. Maybe you'll want to throw in a new 160GB hard drive into your PS3? They only go for about $100 these days.

[Via digg]
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]]>gameproguideharddriveAndrew Yoon2007-08-02T15:15:00+00:00