[Multiplatform] General MINOR gaming related news, rumours and things of not-thread-worthy nature

Does it not seem silly that the PSP Go is going to be only 50 dollars cheaper than the PS3 now?

I was speaking idiomatically.

Originally Posted by sprouticus

The big thing for me is not having a shitload of consoles lying around hogging up space, taking up inputs on my TV, and taking up plugs on my power strip. It's a pain in the balls to reach behind my TV and unplug one console just to plug in another one that, as you said, won't get played on that much. Sure, I didn't play PS1 or Cube games often on my PS2/Wii, but the fact that I had the option is excellent and I would be amiss if I didn't have it on either of those consoles.

Yeah, I do see your point there but I tend to onlhy play one console at a time. My 360 and my PS2 are plugged in permanently, it takes about 20 seconds to plug in a Wii on the insanely rare occasions I'd want to play on one and the only time I've played a PS1 game in the last 7 years or so has been on an emulator or my PSP. I've not touched an Xbox game since I got a 360 and I can't remember the last time I played a GameCube game, I'd be amazed if mine even still works.

I mean, I'm not saying backwards compatability is a bad thing, just that it's not something I've overly bothered about when choosing a console.

What kind of toxic man-thing is happening now?

Originally Posted by YOU MAD

RR becoming an X-Bro? Do it.

Still gonna be a pure PC gamer for FPS, though.

(I like my free updates in TF2 and L4D.)

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Originally Posted by Vemp

So it seems that I can get a PS3 and/or a 360 for 300 bux? And I heard the PS3 slim is better than the fat one, and the newer 360's don't break as easy as the earlier ones.

Yeah, the new price point is pretty sweet for late adapters.
But I don't know if the PS3 Slim is better than the PS3 SlightlyFatter in other ways than power consumption (unless you actually count size/weight/looks).

Comparing it to my old 60GB, the Slim is missing the flash card readers, ethernet cable, backwards compatibility, 2 usb slots, and the possibility of installing another OS.
If you don't intent of using any of the above, fair enough, but calling the Slim "better" is still a bit of a stretch.

What, you don't want my bikini-clad body?

But it comes with a Dual Shock 3 which the 60GB didn't

(so an ethernet cable costs less than a Dual Shock 3, if we're going into this)

Jam it back in, in the dark.

True that. I actually thought the port was missing, but it isn't.

It came to my ears somewhere on the internets, that the previously photo was not in "favor" of the Slim, because of the angle.
I feel like I owe this board an apology and will now post an entirely legit comparison picture.

Spoiler:

There's nowhere I can't reach.

LOOK AT THAT BULLSHIT

Fucking Sony conspiracy

ps3slim more like ps3xbox1

This thing is sticky, and I don't like it. I don't appreciate it.

Having seen and held the new model personally, I had to admit it looked a lot better than in the photos I'd seen, strangely enough. It's not a looker for me, the style is all over the place, like different designers designed different sides of the case. But it's not as bad as the old one.

It was interesting too since I hadn't noticed the slim uses a thin power cord for clock radios and such (like the PS2) and not the thick one.

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Yeah, I read somewhere that it looks a whole lot nicer irl than on pictures, for some reason. I think it was over at Joystiq.

Once again you're first to the insider Sony goods =)
Still got that sweet job?

I was speaking idiomatically.

Darius Burst announced. =] For PSP.



DARIUS.

What kind of toxic man-thing is happening now?

"DARIUS" :D


..."PSP" :|

FELIPE NO

Originally Posted by Qwarky

..."PSP" :|

I think it's nice that Sony continue to support the freeware community.

What, you don't want my bikini-clad body?

Just on case anyone hasn't heard by now, God of War and God of War II are coming to PS3.

Almost makes me kind of glad I lost my save data for the first game. I had planned on starting over on it again so I could finally finish it, but now I might as well just wait for this version to come out (because I'm a whore for pretty graphics and trophies). I'm usually not a fan of double dipping, but since I still haven't beaten either game and it's not that big of a monetary loss (I got both of the original games for $10 each) I don't mind so much.

Jam it back in, in the dark.

Originally Posted by Rockgamer

Just on case anyone hasn't heard by now, God of War and God of War II are coming to PS3.

Almost makes me kind of glad I lost my save data for the first game. I had planned on starting over on it again so I could finally finish it, but now I might as well just wait for this version to come out (because I'm a whore for pretty graphics and trophies). I'm usually not a fan of double dipping, but since I still haven't beaten either game and it's not that big of a monetary loss (I got both of the original games for $10 each) I don't mind so much.

I just wish they would tell us if the games will also be included with a "Collector's Edition" of God of War III.

There's nowhere I can't reach.

Originally Posted by Lord Jaroh

I just wish they would tell us if the games will also be included with a "Collector's Edition" of God of War III.

If I had to take a guess I'd say no, since including it would put the package at $100 even without whatever additional knick knacks and doodads that would come with the package. Granted, there are quite a few $100+ CEs out there (sadly), but that would just seem unnecessary (most people interested in GoW III probably already own I & II, and I don't know how willing new fans would be to plunk down that much all at once for something they've never played).

I guess anything is possible though, especially since this is one of Sony's few AAA franchises that's both critically and commercially successful. Personally though, I'd rather pick it up separately if it means I can get it earlier and finish both games before the third ones comes out.

This thing is sticky, and I don't like it. I don't appreciate it.

This is very much just a rumour, but good god I hope it ends up being true:

Quote:

Sony and SEGA have discussed releasing Dreamcast games exclusively on PlayStation Network for a "long period", according to a marketing document uploaded to a PR FTP folder.

The deal, which sounds more like a suggestion thrown around a marketing meeting than a specific plan, could involve "a long period of exclusivity" in exchange for "more marketing support" from SCEA.

[ source ]

Holy crap yes please.

I am a dolphin, do you want me on your body?

Dat analogue stick tho :x

I was speaking idiomatically.

Controller-wise I'd have put Dreamcast games on the 360.

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I really don't think Sony cares whether their controller is a good fit for Dreamcast games or not.

How ya doing, buddy?

No, no they don't. How astute of you, russ.

My comment was more on the thinking that if Sega were to put their Dreamcast library on either the 360 or the PS3 that the 360's controller would feel closer to the Dreamcast's. Ultimately this is Sega's decision in who they do this deal with (currently Sony being the only known contender) but if I were them "controller-wise I'd have put Dreamcast games on the 360."

What, you don't want my bikini-clad body?

Sega: "Hey Microsoft, we will let you put our Dreamcast games up for download on Live for a million dollars, you interested?"

Microsoft: "lol dreamcast. I think you should leave before I call security."

later that day

Sega: "Hey Sony, we'll let you put our Dreamcast games up for download on PSN for a million dollars. You better decide soon though, we actually just came from Microsoft's offices earlier this morning. They seemed pretty interested, but you know how slowly things work their way through management there."

Sony: "WE'LL DO IT RIGHT NOW BUT YOU HAVE TO TAKE OFFER OFF TABLE FOR MICROSOFT!!!"

Sega: "My boss isn't going to like this, but for you, I think we have a deal."

Jam it back in, in the dark.

It seem it's not exactly fully exclusive for PSN but more some title will be.

Quote:

Well, this is interesting. A recently revealed internal document on SEGA’s FTP apparently outlines Sony’s upcoming plans for an “PS2 emulator on PS3.” According to the document, which contained notes from a meeting between SCEA and SEGA in early August, “SCEA wants to sell all PS2 titles on PSN,” and that Sony is considering “a special Japanese Import section (pricing $9.99 to $39.99 for full game)” for its online marketplace.

Additionally, SEGA also apparently intends to sell classic Dreamcast games via the new portal, with some being exclusive to PSN and others planned for a multi-platform release via PSN and Xbox Live.

Of course, all of this despite the fact that Sony has continually and officially stated that backwards compatibility will not be coming back to the PS3. Which is why digital downloading of old titles instead of playing from disc makes complete sense. Unfortunately, that’s all we know at the moment, but we’ll certainly keep you posted as we learn more.

Source.

and link to the document: Leaked Sega Doc

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I really hope this isn't Sony's solution to backwards compatibility for PS2 games on the PS3 slim...making people buy them over again when they've already paid $20-$50 on it. I can play my PS1 and PS2 games just fine on my fat 80gig.

I noticed that Best of Sonic disc for $99 that Sega is considering. It better be every damn game that's been released up to Project Needlemouse, but it probably won't be. There's no way they could bring the GBA and DS games over to PS3, not to mention the Wii exclusives. I'd say it'd be from Sonic 1 to maybe Sonic Heroes.

No clue what Sony is thinking except this: Whoever leaked this is a dead man.

This thing is sticky, and I don't like it. I don't appreciate it.

Well I'm sure most of us here have a PS2 so its not like we're obligated to purchase anything, it seems more akin to Microsoft's strategy of offering their Xbox and select Xbox 360 titles available for download.

If the above document Inhert leaked is true to any degree, then I can't wait to play some DC games on my 360

I am a dolphin, do you want me on your body?

Originally Posted by SuperSonic

I really hope this isn't Sony's solution to backwards compatibility for PS2 games on the PS3 slim...making people buy them over again when they've already paid $20-$50 on it. I can play my PS1 and PS2 games just fine on my fat 80gig.

I noticed that Best of Sonic disc for $99 that Sega is considering. It better be every damn game that's been released up to Project Needlemouse, but it probably won't be. There's no way they could bring the GBA and DS games over to PS3, not to mention the Wii exclusives. I'd say it'd be from Sonic 1 to maybe Sonic Heroes.

No clue what Sony is thinking except this: Whoever leaked this is a dead man.

God, you understand nothing about the gaming industry. Of COURSE Sony wants your money twice. That means twice as much money. You see how that might be a perk for a corporation? Besides, if you have a backwards compatible PS3 then stop whining. I imagine most people who want the backwards compatibility probably already own some mechanism for doing it. As a retarded chimp could figure out, this mechanism would appeal to people who don't give a shit about backwards compatibility, but might want to pay two or three games. Not people looking to replace an entire library.

Second, if it was a best of Sonic disc, it would include Sonic and Sonic II and nothing else. Stop being such an idiot fanboy and realise you've deified an underwhelming series and need to move on with your life. Seriously. Move. The. Fuck. On. We're all disgustingly sick of your constant sounding off about Sonic.

I say again, you understand nothing about how the gaming industry works if you can't comprehend why this is easy money for Sony. Please, please stop talking. It hurts those of us who can think.

Originally Posted by Dark Nation

Well I'm sure most of us here have a PS2 so its not like we're obligated to purchase anything, it seems more akin to Microsoft's strategy of offering their Xbox and select Xbox 360 titles available for download.

If the above document Inhert leaked is true to any degree, then I can't wait to play some DC games on my 360

What he said.

I was speaking idiomatically.