Official PS3 Thread - October 08 edition
11-16-08 | 01:35 PM
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Anyone pick up "Age of Booty"?
I've been really wanting to play Civilizations Revolution after finding the demo, but didn't realize it was a full-priced game, so expensive...is Age of Booty a decent alternative for $10?
I've been really wanting to play Civilizations Revolution after finding the demo, but didn't realize it was a full-priced game, so expensive...is Age of Booty a decent alternative for $10?
11-16-08 | 01:47 PM
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Sounds like a big waste of $60 when other games like Fallout 3 and Little Big Planet have been recently released.
11-16-08 | 02:34 PM
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I found civrev on there for a little over 30 bucks I think and have been playing it close to everyday in some capacity. I've never played any other civ, but found this one a lot of fun and well worth the money I spent on it. With ebay's 10% coupon right now, or live 25% cashback, you could probably find an even better deal.
As for age of booty, haven't played it, but I am wishing there was a demo. (I've also decided to no longer buy PSN items until either a sale, bundle, or I simply can't wait any longer.)
11-16-08 | 02:57 PM
#154
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I picked up Age of Booty yesterday in a moment of weakness. I haven't played yet, but I'll post something after I get into it a little. I still don't know anyone else that has it, and the reviews suggest it's much better in multiplayer. We'll see I guess.
11-19-08 | 10:51 AM
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Target also has Civ Rev on clearance... I want to say it was 35 bucks, but YMMV as with all Target clearance deals.
So I finally ran out of HDD space when I was forced to install over 3 Gigs of data to run the new Naruto game. It's a beautiful game, but it's still a glorified fighting game, and there are still load times... you also must install it to play it. Argh. Guess I'll have to upgrade to a bigger drive... how much of a pain is it to copy data over?
So I finally ran out of HDD space when I was forced to install over 3 Gigs of data to run the new Naruto game. It's a beautiful game, but it's still a glorified fighting game, and there are still load times... you also must install it to play it. Argh. Guess I'll have to upgrade to a bigger drive... how much of a pain is it to copy data over?
11-19-08 | 04:17 PM
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Civ Rev is, without question, worth $30.
11-19-08 | 06:16 PM
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Target also has Civ Rev on clearance... I want to say it was 35 bucks, but YMMV as with all Target clearance deals.
So I finally ran out of HDD space when I was forced to install over 3 Gigs of data to run the new Naruto game. It's a beautiful game, but it's still a glorified fighting game, and there are still load times... you also must install it to play it. Argh. Guess I'll have to upgrade to a bigger drive... how much of a pain is it to copy data over?
So I finally ran out of HDD space when I was forced to install over 3 Gigs of data to run the new Naruto game. It's a beautiful game, but it's still a glorified fighting game, and there are still load times... you also must install it to play it. Argh. Guess I'll have to upgrade to a bigger drive... how much of a pain is it to copy data over?
11-19-08 | 09:16 PM
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I'm keeping my eye on Ratchet and Uncharted, but during the holiday season it's highly doubtful they will still be around to hit the sub $20 mark.
11-20-08 | 08:17 AM
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I hope someone can answer my quick question. I just got an exteral HDD for backup purposes, what format does the drive need to be for the PS3 to see it (I assume NTFS is ok, but wanted to check before I format it)?
Also, should I create a partition on the drive just for my PS3 backup or can that be on the same partition as windows backup files?
Also, should I create a partition on the drive just for my PS3 backup or can that be on the same partition as windows backup files?
11-20-08 | 08:24 AM
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I hope someone can answer my quick question. I just got an exteral HDD for backup purposes, what format does the drive need to be for the PS3 to see it (I assume NTFS is ok, but wanted to check before I format it)?
Also, should I create a partition on the drive just for my PS3 backup or can that be on the same partition as windows backup files?
Also, should I create a partition on the drive just for my PS3 backup or can that be on the same partition as windows backup files?
I use this one: http://shareme.com/details/fat32-formatter.html
You can put other files on the same partition as the PS3 backup. The PS3 backup will go in a folder.
11-20-08 | 11:34 AM
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Target actually started clearancing PS3 games really quickly... most likely because of the holiday game rush and the fact that their PS3 section (at least in all the Targets near me) is only one case. The new Golden Axe and the Sony NBA title were discounted to 41.98 within a couple of weeks after they launched. Granted, both are pretty crappy games, but that was a fast markdown.
11-20-08 | 04:30 PM
#166
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I was able to grab MLB 08 for $15, but there haven't been any other PS3 titles on clearance I have wanted. I am shocked at how fast they get clearanced. I think NBA 09 is already on clearance.
11-21-08 | 09:37 AM
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My friend is trying to set up his new 80GB PS3 to his Philips 42TA648BX/37 but we hit a major snag. He has it hooked up via HDMI but, despite the fact that his set is a 1080p display, we can't seem to get his PS3 set to anything beyond 480p.
His PS3 is already running on the 2.50 firmware update. The TV sort of seems to recognize that it's receiving a 1080p signal but refuses to output any video and the PS3 simply reverts back to 480p. As you can guess, he doesn't even get to watch BD's on it due to the forced resolution cap.
Any ideas? Thanks in advance.
His PS3 is already running on the 2.50 firmware update. The TV sort of seems to recognize that it's receiving a 1080p signal but refuses to output any video and the PS3 simply reverts back to 480p. As you can guess, he doesn't even get to watch BD's on it due to the forced resolution cap.
Any ideas? Thanks in advance.
11-21-08 | 12:03 PM
#168
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Question:
Is there a setting to disable stretching on DVDs somewhere or is that something I'm missing on my TV? My PS3 is hooked up via HDMI but it always defaults to stretching P&S sources.
Seems like something totally obvious I'm missing, so does anyone have a clue?
Is there a setting to disable stretching on DVDs somewhere or is that something I'm missing on my TV? My PS3 is hooked up via HDMI but it always defaults to stretching P&S sources.
Seems like something totally obvious I'm missing, so does anyone have a clue?
11-21-08 | 12:46 PM
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My friend is trying to set up his new 80GB PS3 to his Philips 42TA648BX/37 but we hit a major snag. He has it hooked up via HDMI but, despite the fact that his set is a 1080p display, we can't seem to get his PS3 set to anything beyond 480p.
His PS3 is already running on the 2.50 firmware update. The TV sort of seems to recognize that it's receiving a 1080p signal but refuses to output any video and the PS3 simply reverts back to 480p. As you can guess, he doesn't even get to watch BD's on it due to the forced resolution cap.
Any ideas? Thanks in advance.
His PS3 is already running on the 2.50 firmware update. The TV sort of seems to recognize that it's receiving a 1080p signal but refuses to output any video and the PS3 simply reverts back to 480p. As you can guess, he doesn't even get to watch BD's on it due to the forced resolution cap.
Any ideas? Thanks in advance.
11-21-08 | 12:58 PM
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Question:
Is there a setting to disable stretching on DVDs somewhere or is that something I'm missing on my TV? My PS3 is hooked up via HDMI but it always defaults to stretching P&S sources.
Seems like something totally obvious I'm missing, so does anyone have a clue?
Is there a setting to disable stretching on DVDs somewhere or is that something I'm missing on my TV? My PS3 is hooked up via HDMI but it always defaults to stretching P&S sources.
Seems like something totally obvious I'm missing, so does anyone have a clue?
Do you have it set to Full Screen or Normal? If you have it selected to Full Screen, select "Normal".
11-21-08 | 12:59 PM
#171
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Thanks gryffinmaster, I'll check that when I get home.
11-21-08 | 01:55 PM
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We did try the auto-detect and tried to reset the video settings. But it keeps defaulting to 480p and wont output anything beyond that to the set. I think maybe it's the HDMI cable (perhaps it's defective) or, worse, the TV. I tried helping him by following the same procedure I did with my PS3. It should have been a snap for him but it wasn't.
11-21-08 | 03:20 PM
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Yup. Nothing would go through. 
11-21-08 | 04:56 PM
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So, I was invited into HOME. Is this 1.0 a new release? Can 1.0 still be a beta?
WELCOME TO HOME BETA
Dear PlayStation®Network member,
Congratulations, you have been selected to help beta test PlayStation®Home!
We appreciate your help in making the PlayStation®Home experience the best it can be! Please log in to Home this evening from 6 pm - 8 pm PST for a big celebration of Version 1.0 and a load test of our new features.
How to download
After you have signed in with your PlayStation®Network Account:
- Go to the PlayStation®Store on the PLAYSTATION(R)3 system XMB™ (XrossMediaBar)
- Select "Redeem Codes"
- Enter the code (below)
- Click "Continue"
- The download will be available on the next screen
XXX-XX-XXX
Please note: The unique code is case sensitive and must be entered exactly as displayed.
Thank you for your continued support of the PlayStation®Network, and we look forward to seeing you in PlayStation®Home.
Yours truly,
The PlayStation®Network
Sony Computer Entertainment America
Dear PlayStation®Network member,
Congratulations, you have been selected to help beta test PlayStation®Home!
We appreciate your help in making the PlayStation®Home experience the best it can be! Please log in to Home this evening from 6 pm - 8 pm PST for a big celebration of Version 1.0 and a load test of our new features.
How to download
After you have signed in with your PlayStation®Network Account:
- Go to the PlayStation®Store on the PLAYSTATION(R)3 system XMB™ (XrossMediaBar)
- Select "Redeem Codes"
- Enter the code (below)
- Click "Continue"
- The download will be available on the next screen
XXX-XX-XXX
Please note: The unique code is case sensitive and must be entered exactly as displayed.
Thank you for your continued support of the PlayStation®Network, and we look forward to seeing you in PlayStation®Home.
Yours truly,
The PlayStation®Network
Sony Computer Entertainment America