playstation3

The PlayStation 3 (proper spelling) is Sony Computer Entertainments third video game console since entering the industry with their PlayStation One in 1994. Designed to have a 10 year life span due to its design the PlayStation 3 is the direct successor to the leading platform of its generation, the PlayStation 2.

Launched in November of 2006 the PlayStation 3 did not meet expectations with a weak launch lineup, difficult online presence and a high price point. Rallying to re-achieve past success Sony has drastically improved its online presence, launched many AAA titles and continues to update its firmware to provide many advanced features.

The PlayStation 3 features a Blu-ray player, Cell processor, hard drive on every unit, Bluetooth functionality, wireless onboard and HDMI output. The design was meant to be forward thinking and a true cutting edge media and video game unit. The PlayStation 3 is considered one of the finest Blu-ray players on the market but many developers have struggled while developing games due to the complex design.

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• Sony posts huge $2 billion net loss in Q3, cuts forecasts

  
  Boy Genius Report — Authority: 124
  Kazuo Hirai was appointed Sony’s new chief executive on Wednesday and one day later, the company reported a wider than expected loss in the third fiscal quarter of 2011 that sent its stock tumbling more than 6% in early trading. The firm posted an operating loss of $1.2 billion on $23.4 billion in revenue, down ...
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• Not Pleasant Reading For Sony’s Last Quarter

  
  MediaKick — Authority: 127
  £1.3 billion loss.
  14 hours ago

• Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (PlayStation 3)

  
  Recent White Papers, Webcasts and Case Studies - ZDNet — Authority: 127
  
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• Chaos Code Is Coming To PS3 By The End Of This Year

  
  Siliconera — Authority: 683
  Another 2D fighting game enters the ring. Chaos Code is said to be easier to play with only four attack buttons and simple commands.
  15 hours ago

• Hands-On: Mortal Kombat for PS Vita

  
  Playstation News, Games and More — Authority: 127
  I’ve got good news, and I’ve got good news. First, the good news: Based on my recent hands-on play sessions, Mortal Kombat on PS Vita plays identically to its PS3 counterpart. That means fluid 60 frames-per-second fighting, lush presentation, and every bit of content from the console version. That includes ...
  16 hours ago

• Rayman 3 Hoodlum Havoc release date confirmed

  
  Gamer4eva — Authority: 128
  Ubisoft have confirmed that the HD revamp of Rayman 3: Hoodlum Havoc will be available for download from the Xbox Live Market Place and the Playstation Store on March 21st. Rayman 3 Hoodlum Havoc HD provides 15–20 hours of gameplay and a wealth of extra content to unlock, including nine stand-alone mini-games, ...
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• Resident Evil: Operation Raccoon City Limited Edition In Japan Has No DLC, Tangible Goods Instead

  
  Siliconera — Authority: 683
  Resident Evil: Operation Raccoon City will come out a month later in Japan, but when it launches fans will be able to pick up a collectors edition from Capcoms online store.
  17 hours ago

• Dealing With A PS3 Blinking Red Light

  
  Tutorial Mini | Maximizing Your Ability — Authority: 103
  PlayStation 3 systems are quite robust and reliable, but there are occasional problems like the PS3 blinking red light issue that you’re now experiencing. Your PlayStation 3 is displaying a blinking red light, and it has you concerned. You want the light to stop blinking, and you want whatever is causing it to be ...
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• The Skyrim Show – Episode 7 (VIDEO)

  
  GameFront — Authority: 480
  Game Front’s James, Zac and Mitch continue their adventures in the land of Skyrim, this time while wearing funny hats. Also, muppets? The episode starts with Zac controlling the keyboard and James controlling the mouse, so you know a disaster is about to happen. Last time on the Skyrim show , our intrepid heroes ...
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• MW3 10TH Prestige Hack PS3 XBOX Mod Glitch All Gold Guns And Emblems

  
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• Ubisoft Releases a Patch for Rocksmith

  
  GotGame News — Authority: 127
  Rocksmith, the cool “videogame” that lets you plug a real guitar to your Xbox 360 or PlayStation 3, has just received an update from Ubisoft that includes various changes and fixes to the game and interface. Below is a recap of what those changes are: 1. The user is now able to select ‘Songs’ from the Post ...
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• Resident Evil Operation Raccoon City - Characters trailer

  
  Gamer4eva — Authority: 128
  New gameplay trailer for Resident Evil Operation Raccoon City which takes a closer look at each of the members of the US Government Spec Ops squad and the USS (Umbrella Security Service) and their specific skill sets. As revealed last month, players will be able to choose their side in three online competitive ...
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• Legacista Crossovers Adds Disgaea, Trails In The Sky, And Class Of Heroes Characters

  
  Siliconera — Authority: 683
  System Prisma, developer of the ClaDun series, also added rangeons (random dungeons) into Labyrinth Tower: Legacista.
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• Go buy more Skylanders toys now

  
  Joystiq — Authority: 773
  New Skylanders toys are available at retail today, which roughly translates to new DLC for the video game. The "Empire of Ice" Adventure Pack includes a new ice-themed area, along with a new Water-element toy (and character), Slam Bam. Additionally, new standalone figures are available of the undead dragon ...
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• NeverDead (PlayStation 3)

  
  Recent White Papers, Webcasts and Case Studies - ZDNet — Authority: 127
  
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• New Ultimate Ninja Storm Generations Video Shows Naruto’s Six Tailed Form

  
  Siliconera — Authority: 683
  This short clip shows the different versions of Naruto you can play in the game – young Naruto, Shippuden Naruto, one-tailed Naruto, six-tailed Naruto, Sage Mode, and Nine Tails Chakra Mode.
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• Did The ESRB Just Confirm Alisa Bosconovitch For Street Fighter X Tekken?

  
  Siliconera — Authority: 683
  The ESRB rated the game and mentions a fighter that uses chainsaws. That fits Alisa unless Blanka made a stop at Home Depot.
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• Breaking Bad RPG concocted in video

  
  Joystiq — Authority: 773
  Fans of Breaking Bad will find loads to love about this faux-game video created by College Humor: accurate character dialog, comical asides that break the fourth wall and perhaps the greatest Duck Hunt clone known to man. Chemistry! Breaking Bad RPG concocted in video originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, ...
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• FIFA Street producer interview video: New direction

  
  Gamer4eva — Authority: 128
  See the first in-game footage for FIFA Street as Creative Director Gary Paterson reveals the titles new direction and talks us through the Street Ball Control feature.
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• SONY COMPUTER ENTNMT AMERICA 3D GLASSES for PS3 - $39.99 Shipped

  
  DealBeeper.com — Authority: 118
  Best Buy has SONY COMPUTER ENTNMT AMERICA 3D GLASSES on sale now for $39.99 with free shipping. [ Regular Price : $69.99 ]
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