I know the previous MGS-related limited edition item (Metal Gear Saga 1?) quickly sold out and goes for a premium, but do you really think that leaving this sealed is a good investment? This isn't some low-print-run Atlus game, this is being preordered by the boatload and I can't think of anything limited edition in recent history that has held onto even face value.

I preordered the LE today. Is there anything on that bonus dvd that would spoil the game itself?

I think you misread me. I didnt mean the limited edition game. Theres the limited edition ps3 system. It's a specialy designed ps3. Not sure if you can still order it or not? I heard you can order at a web site.

The LE bundle is on konami.com

Ah, I did misread you. Yeah, the LE PS3 will be hard to find... what's the market on this kind of stuff anyway? How's the Halo LE Xbox (not 360) doing?

We've finally received word that the long awaited, and much rumored, PlayStation 3 Firmware Update 2.40 is indeed the real deal and is said to be coming relatively soon. Many of the most requested features, such as a universal friends list and in-game messaging will be included, in addition to a few rather nice surprises (*cough*soundtracks*cough*). We definitely can't divulge all of the details, but trust us, it's coming.
We aren't yet 100% sure of the actual release date, but all signs point to sometime in June. We're guesing that Sony will probably detail 2.40 in the coming weeks.


http://www.gaming-age.com/news/2008/5/29-48

Target clearance....YMMV on price and store. It was $30 last month.....which is still a deal, considering you get 3 games with it. $14.98 on clearance, with a handful of Targets @9.98.

I also got it for $14.98 at my Target. Other recent sightings-

Motorstorm $14.98
NCAA Football 08 $9.98
NBA 07 $7.48
Tiger Woods Golf 08(Nintendo DS) $7.48.

I now include a trip to the Target clearance section during my weekly store hopping.

I've been looking for Motostorm forever! (@14.98).

Anyone hear any news if/when PlayTV will be released in North America? I'm picking up a PS3 this weekend and this feature intrigues me.

I went ahead and pre-ordered the MGS4 PS3 bundle at my local TRU just in case I can't get it at Amazon for some reason. If Amazon sticks it up for pre-order, I'll order it there instead to save on tax, and also because I have Amazon credit in my account.

Either way, I'm just glad I have it for pre-order somewhere now.

When are they going to start selling PNS points in B&M places?

I believe they are suppose to update the clearance prices on Tuesdays....BUT it is YMMV if they actually do this on time.

Do any of the PS3 bundles come with an HDMI cable, and if not what's the cheapest way to go to get one?

monoprice.com Greatest cable deals ever.

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So what you're saying is that monoprice is out of control and will kill us all?

Damn you, solar powered monoprice!

I know that everyone loves Monoprice(as do I), but in keeping with my Target clearance theme, give them a look. I picked up a really well made 6' Psyclone Essentials HDMI(for the XBOX system) cable for $4.98.

Would this get the job done?

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg...SO9A1&v=glance

I'll give Target a look, although the clearance section at my local store is almost always totally ravaged. :(

That's a great deal and should work fine.

So, is there going to be any difference between the 80GB that was previously released and recently discontinued vs. the newer one that is being bundled with Metal Gear Solid 4? I realize it comes with the new DualShock controller, which I'm not really concerned with. I am happy getting the 40GB over the OLD 80GB system, but if this new version has anything improved I want to weigh my option accordingly before jumping the proverbial gun here.

There was some speculation that this new 80 GB wouldn't have all the BC compatibility of the previous version, but nothing is confirmed, afaik. If you have any interest in BC or in MGS4, then go with the new bundle, otherwise that $100 GC that is currently given with the $399 40 GB at Walmart and at Best Buy makes that deal VERY tempting. There is a very limited gunmetal grey version, but that's like an extra $100.

Is it the 60 GB that pretty much has a PS2 inside of it, allowing for complete playback, without any problems, of all PS1 and PS2 games?

20 and 60. Both are long OOP.

The 20GB and the 60GB. 80GB is gimped, 40GB has none.