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PS3 to Go 3D This July

PlayStation LifeStyle: "The PlayStation 3 has been the cornerstone of Sony's recent 3D movement. Sony has confirmed that a patch, that would allow all PS3's to display 3D, would release sometime this year. Unfortunately, no specific timeframe was ever given.

However, a recent finding on the electronic-giant Bestbuy's website seems to give the first solid, concrete timeframe for the anticipated patch."

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doctorstrange5915d ago

It's awesome not having to worry about buying a 3D device

Sev5915d ago

Well you know what they say...

It only does EVERYTHING.

sonarus5915d ago

Kinda undecided about 3d gaming but would be kinda cool to watch some 3d blurays though

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sikbeta5915d ago

OH YES!!! Amazingly Epic News, I can't Wait, this Just Perfect News, I Hope Everyone enjoy it as Much I'LL

WildArmed5915d ago

Only if my HDTV could do everything >.<
It's holding my ps3 back!

feelintheflow5915d ago

is replace our tv's with the new ones. woo hoo, oh wait, we don't all have 2 grand to get a smaller tv just so we can do 3d, damn. Oh well, maybe next year, or the year after, or heck next generation.

hazardman5915d ago

have to buy a 3d tv and specs...

St0n3d Bluntman5915d ago

I don't know where you got that from but you still need a 3d tv

boodybandit5915d ago (Edited 5915d ago )

what toll it "might" take on our eyes. Watching a movie every once in a blue moon with 3D glasses on is one thing but what would marathon gaming sessions be like on the eyes? Has there been any test or studies on this?

I remember the first projector I purchased for my home theater was a DLP and I would have severe eye strain and headaches (rainbow effect) the first several weeks. I eventually got use to it but almost always felt a little eye strain.

I go on some pretty serious gaming sessions some days. I would guess as long as 12 hours in a day. Hopefully one of the local stores in my area will have displays to try when this becomes the norm.

Just the thought of playing a racing with my c0ckpit and surround sound setup in 3D sounds crazy cool!

Serjikal_Strike5915d ago

but god of war 3 had a 3-D look to it...its freakin awesome...no game out there like it....
if you dont have it.... go get it..trust me:)

St0n3d Bluntman5915d ago (Edited 5915d ago )

They've been doing stereoscopic 3D for years now. I'm a television salesman and LCD refresh rates are still around 4 to 5 milliseconds. That's why even with 120hz sets you'll see some juddering. DLP refresh rates are in the nanoseconds, which means 3D will have a much cleaner picture on a DLP. Trust me on this one

DaTruth5915d ago (Edited 5915d ago )

Avatar was pretty amazing! For games and movies that do that, I would pay somewhere down the way!

After my girl saw Avatar, she didn't seem repulsed by the idea even though we already have 2 46" televisions!

I already had a 46" HDTV with 720p. When I saw Uncharted on a 1080p Bravia and it looked way better than my 46" Wega, I bought a new television and it significantly improved my gaming experience!

I will pay for another significant improvement to my gaming experience, if in fact it is a significant improvement. Just like golfers spend lots of money on better clubs... this is my hobby!

@Stoned bluntman: There is a very good chance that old 3D televisions won't be compatible with the new 3D standard! I'm 99% sure!

St0n3d Bluntman5915d ago (Edited 5915d ago )

Maybe you should know what you you're talking about before you spew your nonsense. The only thing required for proper 3D is a television that can do 120hz and can decode a 3D image, which newer DLP tv's can do. This so called 3D standard you speak of is just Stereoscopic imaging. That amazing movie Avatar you're talking about was shown on a DLP projector noob! I know much more about the ins and outs of tv's than you ever will. Here's a link that shows it will work if you still think I'm wrong.

http://www.dlp.com/hdtv/dlp...

Edit: I'm not trying to force any of this on you guys, I'm just providing information on a viable cheaper alternative than the new fangled LCD's

Omegasyde5915d ago

DLP Lamps are quite expensive and the DLP TV's are thick unlike most LCD/Plasma's which are only 4-~9 inches thick. I have 52" Mitsubishi.

The Cheaper "FAD" for 3d you will have buy a pair of 3D Vision Stereoscopic Glasses. No Additional Purchase Extra and these glasses are already on the market for PC's.

This "might" be a cheaper way by just buying 3d glasses instead of a brade new 46' inch TV for 4 grand USD.
http://www.tigerdirect.com/...

Also Sony could just make a set of 3d glasses like Sega and Nintendo Did Here is the Pic, 3d gaming isn't new
http://upload.wikimedia.org...

Rememeber Virtual Boy ?
http://www.youtube.com/watc...

More info for 3d glasses:
http://www.epanorama.net/do...

Personally I can see Gameshark/mad Catz selling USB 3d ("wired") glasses by mid-summer for PS3 and perhaps *ALL* consoles soon after.

EvilBlackCat5915d ago

oh my friend ignorance rules what its left of what we call brain... remember what that is?

we have a ps3 sooo...

no we need a 3DTV and by believeing blindly what sony says 3d glasses also so leeeeeeeeeeeeeeeettttttttsssss sss geeeeeeeeeeeeetttttttt ready to spennnnnnnnndddddddd MOOOOOOOOOOOOOOORRREEEEEEE MOOOOOOOOOOONEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE EEYYYYYYYY!

St0n3d Bluntman5915d ago

You are correct that you have to replace the lamp on occasion. But 09' Mitsubishi DLP lamps can be had for around $100. Considering they last for 4000 to 7000 hours they last a long time. Plus everytime you replace the lamp it's pretty much a new tv again. Their are pro's and con's to all technologies. LCD backlight will eventually burn out around 20,000 hours and you're left with a brick and its way more expensive to fix. Even the new LED LCD tv's eventually burn out. Oh and my DLP is only 16 inches deep. May I ask what year you bought your Mitsubishi. Are you sure it's not a CRT?

ReservoirDog3165915d ago

Everything I feel about 3D is summed up in this video. You should watch it. See it from a perspective of someone who doesn't automatically love everything 3D.

http://g4tv.com/videos/4371...

boodybandit5915d ago (Edited 5915d ago )

my theater projector lamp is $800 dollars. That is the single biggest reason I only use it for movies and major sporting events now. It has a shelf life of 8000 hours so it should last me another couple years but it definitely doesn't look as bright as when I originally purchased the set.

I prefer the illumination of LCD's and LED's over any projector and my Sammy DLP. Every display in my house is 1080p except my gym. But I will pick up a 3D display when they are released and replace my crt in my gym with one of my flat panels.

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Trexman895915d ago

its gunna be like real life....except Sackboy will be there

Natsu X FairyTail5915d ago (Edited 5915d ago )

like real life?

SackBoy sightings have been reported all over the world since LBP's release

here's a few pics.

sackboy caught playing PS3 while everybody was sleeping

http://tomopop.com/ul/5112-...

sackboy with kids

http://blog.thaichaiguy.com...

lmao

WildArmed5915d ago

for a sec i thought it was a pedo bear D:

ReservoirDog3165915d ago (Edited 5915d ago )

Why, why don't they sell that one in the first picture you posted? Why? Mean and the other millions of people who bought LBP would buy that in a second.

I always thought sony should've partnered with Build-a-Bear to have sackboys there. That way everyone could make their own personal sackboy.

I just don't know why they wouldn't sell that.

edit: Wow, just found this. Looks a little off but still. Someone finally made an actual plush sackboy that doesn't look weird.

http://www.amazon.com/Littl...

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Natsu X FairyTail5915d ago (Edited 5915d ago )

Any TV will do? It'd be stupid if the PS3 could do 3D but you'd need on of them new Hi Tech TV's for like 10.000Bucks

edit: is it really? that's cool to here. but kinda lame if you spent about the same amount for a 1080 42" TV X home theatre.

gotta wait till the price get lower.

Genesis55915d ago (Edited 5915d ago )

Actually it's $2,000 for a 40" 3D ready Sammy right now.

WildArmed5915d ago

Yeah it's kinda of a steep price.

in 2-3k I got my 62' HDTV.

Biggest5915d ago

$2,000 for a brand new tech is steep? I paid close to that for a lame ass LED with 240Hz refresh. It's lame because now there is 3D and I didn't think it was coming this soon. Time to butter up the wife and tell the kids that Ramen noodles every day is good for them.

WildArmed5915d ago

@3.3
lol.
Ramen Noodles xD

I meant in terms of other HDTVs.
You could get a 60' HDTV for what u'll get a 42' 3d HDTV.

So I dont see my self upgrading anything soon. I didn't expect to upgrade my HDTV every other year. I'm gonna stick with this one atleast till 2012.. I just dont have that kinda cash.. *shakes fist*

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Mista T5915d ago

all of 2 people will be able to enjoy this feature.
I bought a great 1080p tv last year now a new tv comes out :(

Somnipotent5915d ago

your implying that no one is interested in this. me, i'm not, i saw a demo at the sony style store, while cool and all, it's probably not going to be something i'm gonna get into. however, you can't deny that the option is there and it's free with your ps3. if you wanted to try it out, it's available. since when has microsoft added value to the xbox without having you pay for the privilege. facebook and netflix anyone?

The Great Melon5915d ago

I have been waiting for a long time for 3D to catch on. My family has still yet to upgrade the main TV to HD yet, so we will likely skip HD and go for 3D. I bet many are in the same boat as I am.

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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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-Foxtrot28d 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.

solideagle27d 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

Relientk7727d 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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italiangamer36d ago

"Gaming’s Biggest Fighting Franchise"

Press X to (seriously) doubt.

DarXyde34d 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.

Soy35d ago

And then MK1 killed it again.

DivineHand12534d ago (Edited 34d 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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Relientk7736d ago

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

Cacabunga36d ago

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

S2Killinit35d ago (Edited 35d 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.

neutralgamer199235d ago

S2Killinit

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

Cacabunga35d 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

1nsomniac35d ago (Edited 35d 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.

medman35d ago

Hulst is a disaster......

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blacktiger35d 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_Box36d 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.

robtion35d 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.

darthv7236d 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.

Agent7536d ago

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

S2Killinit35d ago

Floppy 😆
No pun intended

badz14936d ago

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

Lightning7736d 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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