Home, which is the PlayStation 3’s free virtual-world service similar to second life is finally going to be available to all Ps3 system owners today. To build interest, Sony reps were available to talk to the press about what’s going to be in this Home open beta.
“Think of it is as a hybrid of Facebook, Second Life and the prettiest game lobby ever”
Tim Clark
Official PlayStation Magazine
The above was said which to be honest, I see the mentality in stating that its similar to sites like Facebook, the fact that its a digital way of interacting with people, I dont however think it will ever be bigger than Facebook though, the fact that Facebook is used by both my mum and grandma and its easy to use, there not exactly going to get Ps3’s anytime soon and get home and exchange from Facebook to Home.
Anyway, I’ve never played second life so I cant comment on how that compares to Playstation Home.
Deploy online into intense and unpredictable 32-player battles where it’s better to fight as a team than it is to be a hero. Battle teams across the world, earn your Community stripes and become the ultimate Spec Ops squad.
Watch the first exciting in-game trailer of SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Confrontation. A five-man SEAL team scouts the streets of Crossroads only to be ambushed by a group of mercenaries armed and ready for a fight!
Fly through Fallen, a new map exclusive to SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Confrontation. The trailer explores the landscape in both the day and night versions of the map. Check out the lagoons and waterfalls around Fallen that can be used either to set up ambushes or disguise your approach. Like a SEAL, know your environment beforehand and gain a critical advantage over your opponents.
Experience Control Point, one of the exciting multiplayer game types available in SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Confrontation. Whether it’s above ground or below, communication is key as the SEALs work together in order to flank the mercenaries and secure each control point in Urban Wasteland, an exclusive new map.
Fly through Frostfire, a classic map from the SOCOM universe rebuilt for SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Confrontation. Originally featured in SOCOM II: U.S. Navy SEALs, Frostfire features more terrain with both day and night modes that ratchets up the intensity of 32-player battles.
Your greatest weapon in SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Confrontation isn’t in the game… it’s in the box! The Official Bluetooth® Headset for the PLAYSTATION®3 system will be packaged with the Bundle version of SOCOM: Confrontation. Use such features as “HQ” (High Quality) mode to communicate with your team and take advantage of SOCOM: Confrontation’s “Proximity Chat” system. In SOCOM: Confrontation teamwork is always the key.
Fly through Desert Glory, a classic map from the SOCOM universe rebuilt for SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Confrontation. Originally featured in SOCOM II: U.S. Navy SEALs, Desert Glory is back with both day and night modes that ratchets up the intensity of 16-player battles.
You’ve waited patiently and it’s finally here. SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Confrontation has arrived on the PLAYSTATION®3 system! G’ up, become the ultimate Spec Ops squad and fight for victory. Deploy online into intense and unpredictable 32-player battles where its better to fight as a team than it is to be a hero. Alone I am Lethal. As a Team I Dominate.
You want to be the ultimate Spec. Op group in Confrontation? Listen in as real U.S. Navy SEALs discuss tactics and why it is best to plan and think about what you’re going to do before engaging into a battle. Take these lessons with you into the online battle in SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Confronation. Time to pay attention soldier!
Listen in as real U.S. Navy SEALs explain similarities between SOCOM: Confrontation and the way SEALs operate. SOCOM brings with it the authenticity of U.S. Navy SEAL combat. Time to pay attention soldier!
You want to be the ultimate Spec. Op group in Confrontation? Listen in as real U.S. Navy SEALs explain which weapons they use in real life and how their advantages play a part in SOCOM: Confrontation. This is the second part of a 4-part series delving into real SEAL experiences as they approach all facets of a mission. Time to pay attention soldier!
You want to be the ultimate Spec. Op group in Confrontation? Listen in as real U.S. Navy SEALs describe their Warrior Ethos and how it plays an important role in being successful in SOCOM: Confrontation. This is the first part of a 4-part series delving into real SEAL experiences as they approach all facets of a mission. Time to pay attention soldier!
PLAYSTATION 3 Holiday campaign launches with a series of 3 :15 second TV spots. Each TV spot hints to what is come for the bigger campaign that will launch on 11/21.
Have you started your wishlist yet? Sackboy can be seemed staring down on a couple walking though the street in the new Playstation commercial advertisment for TV. This is to promote the Sony playstation games console though the Christmas holiday season of 2009 promoting big exclusive games such as Little Big Planet.
The retro platformer is back, having played sands of time on the PS2, I myself cant wait untill I can get my hands on this game. The trailer looks amazing, teasing you into wanting to play it. This is Ubisofts latest creation for the popular Prince of Persia franchise. Due out in winter, the game is a must play for all PS3 fans.
This is one post where I think I bit off more than I could chew. There are sooooo many of them that I have no way of listing all of them here. So, I thought I would write up some things about some of them. As for availability, you can get them in several locations, at least for the moment. No clue how available any one of them will be at or near Christmas time.
For the console itself, they are definitely available in several hard drive sizes. It seems to me that if you are spending that much money on a console that you would want to do your research about the best deal all around. I do realize that sounds so basic but there are folks who do not do that and wish they did. For me, if I were going to buy one, I would want something with a lot of space. I have seen anything from a 20GB (I would not waste my time or money) to 160GB. The prices I saw ranged from £200 up. The best deal was one that’s around £250 with a game pack that will be available on Nov. 30th but they want a pre-order to insure availability.
Games. My goodness there are a lot of them.
For sports fans, especially basketball, there’s a new release called NBA 2K9. They say there is an improved dribbling system and you can change your shots in midair..which would definitely be a selling point for me. Great graphics, a player scouting system and more customization than before. Other features are too numerous to mention here but it appears to be a fantastic buy for yourself or that special sports fan in your life.
LEGO Batman looks like a lot of fun. You can be Batman, Robin or one of the 12 nasty villains. The weapons will be unique to the character. Characters can be customized for much more fun, environments can be built and transformed. Special superhero powersuits with new moves make this game one that will keep you busy for hours. Designed for two players.
Silent Hill: Homecoming–new to PS3. The newest chapter in the ongoing story. New graphics bring this place to life like never before while solving deadly puzzles to learn the dark secrets of Silent Hill. This one has a price of $56.99 where I looked.
For hunting fans, this one is definitely for you! Cabela’s Dangerous Hunts 2009 has it all. You hunt dangerous animals but watch out since they are also hunting you! This is a completely unpredictable environment full of unknown dangers like piranha infested waters, avalanches and stampedes of elephants. Don’t miss your shot at the beast or you might have to fight it with a melee defense. Oh, and watch the area. There may be another animal about to attack with the first one. Savage animals..lions, grizzlies, jaguars and many more.
That’s it for now but you get the idea. There are far too many titles to mention here on one post. However, I will be mentioning others from time to time.
The Ps3 which we showcased which was signed by Kojima himself, check out the following Ebay auction listing for more info: ebay.com/Playstation-3-PS3-Metal-Gear-Solid-4-Mod-Signed-Kojima. Sadly the ps3 is no longer for sale but still well worth checking out what you could have had.
