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Firmware version 2.0 - Official press release

Following is the official press release from Sony on Firmware Update 2.00 (available for download 8 November). On top of the ability to turn the PlayStation 3 on remotely via the PSP, Version 2.00 also allows the creation of playlists in both the music and photo sections, giving users an opportunity to create unlimited music playlists, as well as sharing favourite photos in high definition.

Version 2.00 also allows for customisation of the XMB menu screen, with the ability to change the colour and brightness or to set a completely different custom theme. Moreover, there's the addition of an Information Board on XMB to keep users up to date on the latest PlayStation news, the inclusion of a new PlayStation Network category and logo for easier navigation and Trend Micro Web Security, a free2, state of the art internet security system.

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Blood_Spiller6685d ago

Boooo!

That's all I have to say to that press release.

smart_head6685d ago

Here's what I think:

Sony's business strategy is to maximize revenue for the company. That's a given. They've recently released the slimmer PSP. Clearly they want to firmly justify to the consumer that PSP is *the* portable console to buy. I think Sony is serious about PSP-PS3 connectivity so that they can make the PSP ever more attractive.

Now, would including in-game XMB access have an equal or greater impact on Sony's revenues? Would it have a greater impact on PS3 sales? Probably not. One would need to be a marketeer for Sony to really understand the situation.

Anyway, my point is, now that PSP-PS3 connectivity options have broadened, the next big update will be the much anticipated in-game XMB. At least I hope so.

Opinions?

Mikey_Gee6685d ago

NEXT ??

That is what I have been waiting for forever and was the final info I wanted to decide to buy a PS3 or not.

I have waited long enough for this FW version ... I am SICK of waiting.

gamesR4fun6684d ago

gotta say 25 mins and a little over 30% is seriously messing with my warhawking
I wouldn't mind so much if they'd given me some ingame music or HOME but since I dont have a psp all Im getting is filler.

sfinXters6685d ago (Edited 6685d ago )

Where's XMB during gameplay? A disappointment. Again.

Masta_fro6685d ago

you know, now that i think of it, and im very dissapointed in this update, i think in game XMB access and music player will be some how related to home...and its probably being coded to work with home. Thats why the features of update 2.00 are just kinda lame.

Remember what sony was saying about being able to launch a game from home with the XMB access. Its probably all connected and we wont get those features until home arrives...coincidence that the center button on the ps3 pad is called "home" and when you press it, some kind of home interface comes on?
...maybe im just full of conspiracies and evil monkeys
OR AM I? AAAAAAAHAHAHAHAAAAAAAAAAAA

LSDARBY6685d ago

Get ready for the biggest up-roar in gaming history.

Sony what are you doing to yourselves.

THE_JUDGE6685d ago

hope that they are just teasing us and they they have included XMB access in this update. And where is our BD-J update also?

WafflesID6685d ago

BD-Live ALONE would make 2.00 a huge deal.

It's honestly the only thing I'm interested in.

ChibiSelz6685d ago (Edited 6685d ago )

zzzz still no music from xmb while playing >> i hope this aint true
and they surprise us what would be the point of the poll from yesterday

Edit :LOL thanks for the disagree i guess this mystery guy was not disappointed and fine with spending his time on wallpapers and colour scheme enjoy it

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Every Mainline Resident Evil Game Ranked From Worst to Best

With the ninth mainline installment looming, it feels like the right moment to rank every mainline Resident Evil game from worst to best.

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DrRobotnik1d 10h ago

At first I was like, No Code Veronica on the list!? But then I seen Mainline. The list checks out, but I would personally put 2 over 4.

KwietStorm_BLM1d 1h ago

I'll take 2 over 4 also. And even without a number, I don't see how Code Veronica, my other favorite in the franchise, isn't mainline when it's the actual sequel to RE2.

Rebel_Scum1d 4h ago

The original RE was the best. Its not on the list which makes no sense.

The remake of it was alright but should be higher on this list.

-Foxtrot1d 1h ago

The original RE smokes VII and Village, come on.

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"I think the franchise is dead," says Saints Row design director

Original Saints Row design director Chris Stockman has declared the Saints Row franchise is "dead".

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RavenWolfx2d ago

I would be interested in a Saints Row 2 Remake.

Alos881d 10h ago

I would agree... if the old Volition was still around to do it.

Abnor_Mal2d ago

I just started this game last night, just the player creation had me upset. You choose male but they stand like a female. Eyebrows are all effeminate, face, and verything seems to be modeled after a female with a thin male overlay.

I only played the opening and didn’t even complete that before I turned the game off. I will likely go back and try it again, but a very weird first impression.

Huey_My_D_Long1d 12h ago

You sound super weak to be upset by a character creator ngl

ChunkyMonk1d 12h ago

welcome to your average n4g daily user lol

chicken_in_the_corn2d ago

I'm not surprised after the backlash and hatred the last one got.

1nsomniac2d ago

The franchise has been complete utter garbage for almost 20 years. The first one was the only decent game of the lot of them.

Huey_My_D_Long1d 12h ago

OMG Thank you! Never understood how people raved about Saints Row like it was GOATED.
Honestly Janky Generic feeling titles with Humor that tried to way too hard. People criticize Borderlands for its humor, but holy hell, still leagues better than any SR.

isarai_lee2d ago

Kinda dumb they asked for his pitch then ghosted him, the concept sounded dope

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Grand Theft Auto Relied on "Illusions" Over Simulation, According to Obbe Vermeij

The second part of GTA BOOM's interview with Obbe Vermeij where they turn from origin stories to craft. Specifically, how early GTA games created the illusion of life, and why that illusion still matters more than brute-force simulation.