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Update - PS3 3.15 System Software

Just a quick note to let you know that firmware update 3.15, an optional update that was released in early December, is now a mandatory update. You can read about the contents of the update in the original post here.

In addition to the features that were communicated back in December, the update also improves system stability during use of some PlayStation 3 software. If you've already performed the update, there's no need to do anything. If you are using an older version of the firmware, you will be prompted to update when you start up your system and when you access any network features.

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mushroomwig5953d ago

I wonder why they've decided to make it mandatory.

RedDragan5953d ago

I suppose it puts all machines in parity ready for the next firmware update.

mushroomwig5953d ago

That sounds like good news to me then!

Firmware 3.20 here we come. :P (Or whatever version it will be)

WildArmed5953d ago

aye, as Red said.
It's probably because they are dropping the next firmware in Feb (as said in CES and E3)

mushroomwig5953d ago

Any idea what the next firmware will bring?

RedDragan5953d ago

If it is 3.20 then nothing much I suppose because it is such a small step above what we will already have.

On the other hand would going beyond the 3.1x be a big step? This is gaming and I suppose they wouldn't necessarily follow the usual way updates are numbered.

TheDeadMetalhead5953d ago

I had a hell of a time trying to download it due to my crap internet, but I just finished installing it using a USB flashdrive. :D

I hate mandatory updates. >.>

Proxy5953d ago

Nah, probably not, because it was optional for such a long time.

It would be an idea to make FW updates optional for a week or 2 to slow server congestion when the update first hits. Then again it isn't that big of a problem anyways.

ThanatosDMC5953d ago

@ 24% right now.

I really hope they make PSP games playable on the PS3. According to this update we can play our minis but i want to be able to play Monster Hunter Unite on my PS3 and also use the Ad Hoc Party wirelessly since im unable to connect wired.

hatchimatchi5952d ago

^

I don't think that will ever happen. People would start buying games but not the psp's themselves, sony doesn't want that.

They have av cables for the psp that lets you play on tv's though.

WildArmed5952d ago

well the feb update is bringing in 3D firmware and the premium video services if i remember correctly.

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Solans Scott5953d ago

Sony is pushing 3D this year and I remember reading an article suggesting that there would be two updates in 2010 pertaining to enabling the 3D capabilities of the PS3.

mushroomwig5953d ago

Most likely but I don't think the next update will have anything to do with 3D.

Roper3165953d ago

I believe the 3d update will be closer to summer when the 3d tv's launch. It may contain parts of the 3d update but probably not the whole 3d package.

Karum5953d ago

It was more than a suggestion, there was a PS Blog video with Jeff rubenstein talking with John Koller (think it was John Koller) and he said that there would be 2 FW updates in 2010, one to enable 3D gaming and the other for 3D movies.

As to when those updates are coming is yet to be revealed.

evilmonkey5015953d ago

the 3d update for games has to hit us before gt5. The summer update will allow for 3d movies.

Karum5953d ago

Why does it have to hit us before GT5?

Koller, in the same interview stressed that the games shown at CES running in 3D were only demo's and nothing more than that at this point.

Your comment implies GT5 will be 3D compatible at launch, which it likely won't be. I'd be 99% sure of that but you know I wouldn't mind at all if I was wrong in saying that.

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Umbrella Corp5953d ago

Doesnt affect me I download every update. :)

willie62895953d ago

anyone else having problems downloading this update right now? keeps dropping connection. guessing the servers are getting smashed...

thehitman5953d ago

Check your connection maybe som1 is using up 2 much of your bandwidth cough porn...

Solidus187-SCMilk5951d ago

Ive never had a problem Dl any updates or things from the store before, but this update isnt working for me.

I may save it to a usb card if it keeps disconnecting.

outlawlife5953d ago

I just purchased a ps3 a few months ago and I'm already tired of the updates, they really need to adopt a better system such as updates on certain days or something

the sudden updates and making once option updates mandatory is a drag

Umbrella Corp5953d ago

so your saying you dont like Sony constantly supporting and fixing glitches in theyre console?I rather have confidence my system wont brick or malfunction with constant updates instead of a seasonal update.Sony is on top of everything and fixes a problem as soon as they are aware.

mushroomwig5953d ago

A few months ago? That means you've had to go through TWO whole updates. Oh no!

God forbid Sony to make your PS3 better by offering free updates which last no more than 30 minutes.

Karum5953d ago

So you've basically had to "suffer" through 2 firmware updates which make the console better and you're tired of them? You're easily annoyed I guess.

If you've had to patch games then you are free to go complain to the developers of those games.

Mista T5952d ago

these updates help for future games on the PS3

outlawlife5952d ago

I have no problem with the update, the problem lies with the haphazard way they tend to be applied

a regular schedule of updates is far more efficient than what they have now, if you don't see that you are clearly irrational

PirateThom5952d ago (Edited 5952d ago )

The updates always take place on a Thursday/Friday.

That still doesn't change the fact if you only got your PS3 a few month's ago, you've had to sit through a massive two or three updates.

Every other product on the market has regular, completely random, firmware updates at any time as soon as firmware is ready rather than holding off new features just to have them on some kind of point on a calender. Waiting for features =/= more efficient. Not really a big deal.

Karum5952d ago

You sound like the kind of guy that hates virus definition updates too.

FragMnTagM5952d ago

you must agree that is one thing that Microsoft does better. The updates on the PS3 have taken up to an hour for me at times. Whereas on the 360, they are a few seconds up to a minute. That is really the only thing I hate about the PS3 updates.

I do not care how often it updates, I just wish it was faster.

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Final Fantasy X 25th Anniversary Website Launches With New Nomura Artwork and Merchandise

Square Enix launches Final Fantasy X 25th anniversary site, revealing new Nomura art, books, music releases, and merchandise.

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-Foxtrot5d ago

Look I know VIII has its issues and all that but how on earth can the do big anniversary events with new artwork and merchandise for VII, IX and X yet VIII got sweet f*** all.

They could have given it something during its 25th anniversary yet all it got was a single Happy Anniversary post on their social media.

solideagle5d ago

they should know that we are OG fans of VIII as it sold truckload as well. not as much as VII or X. I personally didn't like IX but X and VI are my personal fav.

Shadow Hearts 2 covenant is another game I love. I hope one day someone can make remake, I would be delighted

Relientk775d ago

Final Fantasy VIII is great and you are always the first to defend it in the comments

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15 Years Ago, Mortal Kombat (2011) Saved Gaming’s Biggest Fighting Franchise

A brutal reset, a smarter story, and a return to what made it great—Mortal Kombat (2011) revived the series.

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italiangamer14d ago

"Gaming’s Biggest Fighting Franchise"

Press X to (seriously) doubt.

DarXyde12d ago

Underrated comment. I used to hate that game so much that any time my siblings asked me to play it, I just picked Hom and shut myself down mid-match.

Soy12d ago

And then MK1 killed it again.

DivineHand12512d ago (Edited 12d ago )

15 years went by so fast. I remember playing through the story mode at launch.

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PlayStation legend Shuhei Yoshida says Jim Ryan fired him because he didn't listen to him

Why did Sony push Shuhei Yoshida out of his role leading PlayStation's first-party games? He'd overseen some huge successes. Well, apparently, he didn't listen.

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Relientk7713d ago

Yeah I can see that for sure. Shuhei Yoshida should have been in charge not Jim Ryan.

Cacabunga13d ago

It should be free highway for him now.. but Sony are too stupid to see this, especially that moron Hulst

S2Killinit13d ago (Edited 13d ago )

Wtf why all that anger. PlayStation is dominating on every level. Besides I think there is a little more to hiring a CEO than just who is available. Its not like its a athlete your team wants to buy.

neutralgamer199213d ago

S2Killinit

live service failures, chasing trends, closing studios. yes dominating

Cacabunga13d ago

Sony is Dominating because competition is not existing. Compared to previous gens this is the poorest in terms of software offerings.

Last gen we got Uncharted 4 Lost Legacy and TLOU2 from ND alone.

This is so far a remasters gen, with no competition to lift up the quality

1nsomniac13d ago (Edited 13d ago )

..."PlayStation is dominating on every level"....

...Really???

PlayStation are soon heading into a new generation in the not to distant future. They currently have the worst customer satisfaction they've ever sustained as a company. The company is heading for a huge crash while at the same time they'll need to be planning how they are going to try and win back that favour and the build up to their new releases.

Yes financially they're winning but they're going to have to ride out this complete public corporate disaster. No one has faith in the company or the product anymore. They've damaged their public image so much this generation. Greed can kill anyone.

medman12d ago

Hulst is a disaster......

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blacktiger13d ago

He would've done the same thing and fire Jim Ryan and Shuhei would be the villain. Why?
Because Elite creates the narrative and distraction for gamers, users and citizens.

Outside_ofthe_Box13d ago

More confirmation that Jim Ryan is the culprit for what has happened to Sony. Hulst needs to go too. What sucks is that a lot of the good top heads at Sony are no longer there. I wish that guys that were forced out prematurely by Dumbo Jimbo like Shuhei and Layden came back.

robtion12d ago

Yep. Yoshida was responsible for bringing one of the best games of this generation to playstation (Stellar Blade). He is an actual gamer and is in touch with what gamers want (creative, fun games, not GaaS and agenda pushing). He also seems like a genuinely nice guy if you watch some interviews. Of course they got rid of him.

darthv7213d ago

Makes you wonder if MS even thought about hiring him after Phil and Sarah were leaving. He certainly couldn't make their situation any worse.

Agent7513d ago

Microflop. After Windows XP and Xbox 360, it all went floppy.

S2Killinit13d ago

Floppy 😆
No pun intended

badz14913d ago

Yoshida for President! Jim Ryan was and always be a hack! Sony should get Shu back

Lightning7713d ago

All the gamer/consumer lead heads are gone across PS and Xbox. shuhei gone phil's gone (questionable) but gone. The future of gaming is somewhat uncertain across the board.

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