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News Pick Up Sony's PlayStation 3D Display For Less Than $300 At Best Buy
Those of you in North America don't know how lucky you are
Not content with getting products for rock-bottom prices out of the gate, your nation hosts some of the greatest discounts in the history of, well, discounts. Take the recently released PlayStation 3D display (not yet out in Europe, we might add). Best Buy's already knocked $100 off the...
News We Should Probably Post Something About The PS Vita's Memory Sticks
The Internet has gone nuts again
GameStop has listed place-holder prices for the PlayStation Vita's memory sticks, prompting everyone to go crazy. Pre-orders were publicly cancelled on message boards, people said rude words about Sony and everyone got in a bit of a flap over nothing. The usual, really. But let's all have a moment of composition. The...
Report PlayStation Move Has Sold Nine Million Units
Quiet and steady has always been Sony's strategy with PlayStation Move, and in a year packed with steady software support, it looks like the tactic has worked out
A report on Industry Gamers puts the motion wand's sales at nine million units worldwide, while Microsoft has yet to release an update on Kinect's ten million milestone in March. The...
News Sony Delays PlayStation 3D Display In Europe
Sony's pushed back the release of its PlayStation branded 3D display in Europe
The screen was originally set to release alongside its North American counter-part, but is currently without a date on Amazon.co.uk. As well as offering affordable 3D, the set includes a nifty local multiplayer feature that allows two gamers to view a full image on the...
News Hori Announces New Ultimate Marvel Vs Capcom 3 Arcade Sticks
As has become common-place for any major fighting game release, Hori has announced a bunch of new Ultimate Marvel Vs Capcom 3 fighting sticks
The stick's are due to launch in Japan on November 17th alongside the game. The PS3 version will retail for ¥13,800. There's no word of a Western release just yet.
News Soul Calibur V Scoops Up Official Mad Catz Arcade Stick
Are you a fan of the Soul Calibur games? You might want to prepare yourself for Soul Calibur V with an official Mad Catz Arcade Stick
Entitled the — wait for it — Mad Catz Arcade FightStick Soul Edition, the peripheral's been designed with Namco Bandai's weapon-based brawler in mind. The arcade stick will be made available in Europe, North...
News Sony's Futuristic Headset Out In Time For Christmas In The UK
Sony's super swanky 3D headset will arrive in time for Christmas in the UK, with industry publication MCV slapping a December 8th release date on the device
The stocking filler will retail for a whopping £800, roughly a pound per inch of screen it simulates — with the headset capable of emulating a 750" 3D screen when placed firmly on top of...
News PlayStation 3 To Get 'New Owner's Kit' Bundle From October 25th
If you're new to PlayStation 3 then first of all: what took you so long? But seriously though, if you are new to PS3 then you might be in the market for a couple of extra peripherals to go with your shiny new system
A new bundle due out in North America from October 25th should get you sorted. The so-called "New Owner's Kits" includes a...
News Hori Announces Licensed Mouse & Keyboard Controller For PlayStation 3
If you're a member of the so-called 'gaming elite', you're probably of the mindset that first-person shooters can't be played on anything other than a mouse and keyboard
Thankfully Hori's got your back, with this licensed controller set-up for the PlayStation 3. Entitled the Tactical Assault Commander 3, the peripheral bundle consists of an optical...
News PlayStation Move Ships 8.3 Million Units Worldwide
Sony's updated its sales figures for the PlayStation Move, announcing that it has shipped 8
3 million units of the motion controller worldwide. The number was announced by SCEA's Gabe Ahn during a GDC Online presentation this week. It's the first sales figure that Sony's announced for the PlayStation Move since it confirmed shipments of 4.1 million...
News Updated PlayStation 3 Remote Controller To Launch Later This Month
Sony's prepping an updated PlayStation 3 remote controller for "late October"
The updated device will include support for various Sony products, in addition to Netflix. In order to enable these additional functions, the peripheral will include new channel and volume buttons at the base of the unit. No price has been announced yet, but expect it to...
News Ubisoft's Rocksmith To Support Co-Operative Play With Seperate Cable
If you're keen on rocking out with another, err, rocker, then Ubisoft's got your back
The publisher's announced a new 1/4"-to-USB cable compatible with its real instrument-only music title, Rocksmith. The cord will retail separately for $29.99. The game's due out on October 11th on PlayStation 3.
News Sony Hoping To 'Revolutionise' Games With Futuristic 3D Viewer Gizmo
You may remember the Sony HMZ-T1 3D headset
We posted about it a few weeks back. The futuristic visor is designed to give its wearer the impression of playing on an enormous 3D television, and its out in Japan this November for a reasonable 60,000 Yen (that's about £480). In its latest product pitch, Sony's talked up the visor claiming that it has...
News TGS 11: PlayStation Vita To Get External Battery Add-On
Disappointed with the PlayStation Vita's 3-5 hour battery cap? Sony has revealed an optional external battery add-on, that could extend the Vita's life to anywhere from 9 to 15 hours
The battery has a capacity of 5000mAh, which when added to the 2200mAh already included on board with the Vita should provide enough juice to keep the system powered...
News TGS 11: Sony Reveals Full Suite Of PlayStation Vita Accessories
The PlayStation Vita will not launch with a memory stick
If you want to download (or even save) games, you'll need to buy some extra storage. It's the most disappointing PlayStation Vita announcement thus far — even an included 1GB card would have been welcome. Memory sticks will range from 4GB to 32GB iterations, costing from ¥2,200 ($28)...
News Who Wants A Pair Of Modern Warfare 3 Branded Glasses?
Gunnar Optics is bringing out a new line of 'Advanced Gaming Eyewear' complete with Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 branding
The Infinity Ward sponsored specs are designed to reduce strain and enhance contrast when looking at LCD screens. Perfect if you're planning a 12 hour Call Of Duty marathon. The glasses are set to release exclusively at Best...
News PS3's Wireless Stereo Headset Hits North America On September 6th
Sony's attached a September 6th release date to its promising looking official wireless headset for the PS3
The $100 wireless device offers virtual 7.1 surround sound, a retractable mic and on-screen power and volume updates when used with the PS3. There's a trailer (really!) after the jump.
News Sony Announces Decent Looking Official Wireless 7.1 Surround Sound Headset For PS3
We've been in the market for a quality pair of gaming headphones for some time now
Obviously we like cranking up the stereo as much as anyone else, but sometimes it's just not viable. Enter Sony's official wireless 7.1 surround sound headset. The cans will hit US retail for $99.99 (no word on a European release yet) nationwide this September. The...
News So Y'know They Are Bringing Out All Those NEOGEO Games For PlayStation 3...
.. You might end up wanting one of these PlayStation 3 compatible NEOGEO pads from SNK Playmore and Exar. The USB powered pad will work with both the PS3 and PC. It includes a PlayStation button for easy access to the XMB during gameplay, presumably so you can send your buddy expletives when he kicks your ass with Genan. Jerk. The controller's...
News Gah, This PlayStation Move Sharp Shooter Thing Has Gone From "WTF?!" To "Must-Have"
We already have a PlayStation Move gun attachment, but as time goes by we're slowly realising that we need another
Nobody told us this PlayStation Move Sharp Shooter thing was designed by Guerrilla and Zipper. Nobody told us it had pump-action reload. Nobody told us it had a clip slot button on the bottom. This thing is awesome (aside from the...
Sony claims that their new official PlayStation Move gun attachment is the perfect accompaniment to motion control shooters such as Killzone 3 and SOCOM 4
The peripheral, which is set to launch day-and-date with Killzone 3 for $39.99, is said to offer the most "realistic experience possible". It's essentially an assault rifle which the...
News Someone Made A Third-Party PlayStation Move Controller, For Reals
German peripherals manufacturer, Snakebyte, has announced a new line of third-party PlayStation Move devices
The range includes a Move wand, navigation controller and camera. The devices are expected to reach retailers in January, though there is no word on price yet. The devices look decent enough, but the PlayStation Move is already pretty cheap...
News Sony Confirms Smaller, Sleeker, (Sexier) PlayStation Headset
Last week we reported that Sony might be giving the PlayStation 3 Bluetooth headset a bit of a make-over
Today we can confirm it. The smaller, sleeker and totally sexier headset will arrive at American retailers for $49.99. The headset carries the same features as its predecessor, but features better noise cancelling technology and is obviously...
News What's This Spanking New PlayStation Headset?
The PlayStation 3 already has an official headset which is pretty darn amazing
But Kotaku's reporting that the old headset might be getting replaced by a slimmer, sleeker unit. Shots of the new device — sent in by a reader — reveal a smaller unit with tidier button placement. Kotaku ensure that the device is an official headset. It doesn't...
News What If You Attached The PSPgo To A DualShock 3 Controller?
The PSPgo allows you to hook up a DualShock 3 controller via Bluetooth and play your handheld games with the added comfort of a traditional controller
Not many people use this functionality because it would be, well, weird. Could you imagine propping your PSPgo up on your lap while playing Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker with the DualShock 3? Nah, us...
News Move Is Not a Peripheral Killer, says Activision Boss
Surprise surprise
Move can become a huge number of in-game items – not shovels or whips though, remember – but that doesn't mean Activision boss Bobby Kotick is worried it spells the end for his company's wide array of plastic gameplay enhancers. Speaking to Edge Online, Kotick said that although Move offers some fantastic experiences it can't...
News This PlayStation Move Battle Rifle Is Absolutely Nonsense
The PlayStation Move zapper is cool because it looks like it come off the set of a bad sci-fi movie
(And by "bad" we mean "really, really" good.) This battle-rifle however is terrible. It's popped up on Amazon.com with an attached price of $29.99. No offence to the company manufacturing it (we know your children need to eat) —...
News Pink DualShock Controller? Yes, We Want It!
American retailer GameStop is listing a new camp-friendly version of the PlayStation's famous DualShock controller for release in the US on September 21st
The pretty peripheral is expected to retail for a sharp $55; but ignore the costs, think of how cool this thing will make you look. We'll probably order one y'know. We like pink things.
News Sony Launches New Gaming Headsets, Come With A Free Copy Of Medal Of Honor
Sony's announced two new gaming headsets designed and built around the specifications of gamers
The DR-GA500 comes with support for Dolby Pro Logic IIx, offering 7.1 3D surround sound effects. The other, labelled the DR-GA200, promises superb sound quality at a lower budget. Neither of the headsets have been priced, but we're assuming they're...
News It's Ridiculous PlayStation Move Accessories O' Clock...
You know how the Nintendo Wii got all those ridiculous add-ons and what not? Well now they're making the jump to PlayStation Move
Take exhibit A: PlayStation Move gloves. Just velcro your Move controllers in, fit your hands inside, and pretend you're a UFC superstar. While the gloves might make you feel more authentic playing The Fight: Lights Out,...
News If You Like MMOs, You Might Want This ENORMOUS PlayStation 3 Controller
Do you want the complete setup for MMOs on your PlayStation 3? Of course you do, right? It's an essential for the upcoming Final Fantasy XIV
So thank goodness for Hori's "PS3 MMO Controller". Not only does it include a full keyboard, but it also has an analogue stick and face buttons. Apparently this version's a concept model only, but...
News Britain: Get Your PlayStation Move Preorders In Now
Two of the UK's biggest online retailers, Play
com and Amazon.co.uk, started taking pre-orders for Sony's PlayStation Move controller today. The device is set to launch on September 15th alongside a slew of content. Play's got the PlayStation Move Starter Kit (which includes the PlayStation Eye camera, Move controller and a demo disc) priced at...
E3 2010 Sony Announce PlayStation Surround Sound System
Sony's announced that they're to release this rather rad looking all-in-one surround sound system for the PlayStation 3
The solitary sound bar uses Sony's S-Force PRO Front Surround Sound to create some, presumably, deep sounds without the expense, space consumption and hassle of a full surround sound set. It actually looks cool, we're kinda...
E3 2010 PlayStation Move "Zapper" Is Sort Of Shameless, But Super Awesome
Every motion controller needs a good light-gun docking station, right? (Apart from Microsoft's Kinect, 'cos you are the controller - pew
pew!) Well PlayStation Move's kicks some serious ass. Kinda. Sure, it's sorta a shameless play on what Nintendo did with the Wii Zapper - but look at it! It looks like it came straight out of a flippin' sci-fi...
News Hori Create A Portable Playstation 3 (Kind Of)
Are you ever out and about thinking to yourself: "Damn, I wish I could play the Playstation 3 right now
" Probably not many of you. But for the few of you in that situation, Hori's got your back with this ridiculous Sony-licensed LCD docking station. The devices attaches a neat little 1,366 x 768 LCD screen and Stereo speakers to your PS3...
News Sony: Plenty Of Teams Working On 3D Content For Playstation 3
Ian Bickerstaff, senior engineer of Sony's UK-based 3D team, has told Gamasutra that there are plenty of teams working on 3D content for the Playstation 3, and that he remains optimistic about the tech, but is also being "cautious" with expectations
Were taking a cautious approach, he told the website. I think [3D gaming uptake is] going to...
News GDC 10: Here's Your First High-Res Look At The Playstation Move
Sony announced their latest PS3 peripheral at a keynote as part of GDC last night
The Playstation Move will launch in the Fall of this year, alongside a host of software titles. Move works alongside the Playstation Eye to offer precise, lag-free motion control gaming steps ahead of Nintendo and Microsoft's offering. The key is in the precise depth...
News Japan's Playstation 3 TV Ma-Jig Launches On March 18th
Sony's trophy-enabled television watching device, the Torne, is due to launch on March 18th in Japan
The device is similar to Europe's PlayTV, and will cost ¥9980 (roughly £70) on its own, or ¥42,800 (£300) with a 250GB Playstation 3. If you want trophies for watching TV, better go buy Japan.
News Bizarre: Japanese PS3 DVR Will Include Trophies
According to Famitsu (via PS3C) the newly announced Japanese Playstation 3 device "Tourne", a kind of DVR, will include trophy support
You'll earn trophies for simply watching television. For example, a trophy will be unlocked for watching the last episode in seven different TV series' and so on. You can see more about the "Tourne" through...
News Playstation Motion Control Being Treated As A "Platform"
Playstation 3's studio boss Mike Denny reckons the Playstation Motion Controller is being treated as a platform by Sony
In an interview with GamesIndustry.biz, Denny said of the Playstation Motion Controller: The motion control system were putting in place going forward is were treating as more of a platform." Youre right that here in...
News Blaze Showcase Wii-Remote Controller-Ma-Bob That Works With Playstation 3
If you're one of the two people itching for motion control on your Playstation 3 before Sony release their solution, then you should probably take a look at Blaze's own answer to Playstation Motion Control; the Motion 3D Controller
Yes, it looks like a Wii-Remote. Alas, Blaze promise it works with Tiger Woods 10 and SEGA Superstars Tennis. We...
News TGS 09: What Does This Terrible PSP Go Wrap-Around Thing-Ma-Bob Do?
Invizimals is an upcoming PSP game that looks really awesome
It requires the PSP camera to work. For some reason the PSP Go has the wrong connection to add a camera. What's the solution? Put this terrible thing around your PSP Go. Goodness me, we've never seen anything more hideous than these shots discovered by Joystiq. Why Sony, why!? There has to...
News More Street Fighter IV Mad Catz Controllers On The Way
Remember those awesome Street Fighter IV Mad Catz controllers? Yes, us too
In fact we're still bitter about the fact we never got one. But now we might actually stand a chance, with a bunch of new controllers on the way. The second batch still involves the same Tournament Edition FightSticks and FightPads as the first batch, but this time, they're...
News Scene It? PS3 Will Work With Buzz! Buzzers
Now that the one-time XBOX 360 exclusive Scene It? has been announced for the Playstation 3, many questioned whether the game would be compatible with Sony's Buzz
</a> peripherals. The answer is yes. The game will allow players to use their Dualshocks or Buzz! controllers, so the choice is really dependent on what you own. Seeing as Scene It?...
News Mad Catz To Release Sonic The Hedgehog Branded Video Game Accessories
Mad Catz must have been all like, "Hey SEGA, we think our video game accessories would sell better if Sonic was on them," and SEGA must have been all like, "Ok then Mad Catz, give us a cut of the profits and you can have our whored out hedgehog
" Yep, that's exactly what happened, because Mad Catz have got a ton of Sonic The Hedgehog related...
News Limited Edition PAX Street Fighter IV Sticks Are Yummy
Look at this lovely Street Fighter IV arcade stick
Stare at it if you must. It's gorgeous isn't it? Sadly, there are only 1,000 available (and only 350 of those will work with the Playstation 3). Even more limiting is the fact that you'll only be able to get them from PAX if you attend the Capcom booth. If you're going to PAX, prepare to fight for...
News Australia Get Ultimate Blu-Ray Packaged Bundles
Those lucky folks in Australia (read: they'e not always very lucky with games so perhaps they deserve this) are getting a "PS3 Ultimate Blu-Ray Kit"
Ok, so the use of the word "ultimate" is a bit loose but this is still pretty neat. For $60 AUD (or $51 US), those who purchase the kit will receive an official Playstation 3 remote, a copy of...
News MadCatz To Cash In On The Popularity Of Modern Warfare 2
MadCatz are gearing up to release a surge of officially branded Modern Warfare 2 accessories
The products include an "Action Controller" for the Playstation 3, a wireless controller that allows custom button mapping for "superior" control (apparently). The XBOX 360 counterpart will not be wireless so it looks like us PS3 gamers...
News Sony Start "Official Licensing" Scheme To Encourage Third-Party Playstation Peripherals
Sony Computer Entertainment announced today plans to expand the "Official Licensing Program" for Playstation peripherals for the PS3, PS2 and PSP
"By entering into a license agreement with SCE through this program, peripheral and accessory manufacturers will gain access to technical documentations necessary for designing and creating variety of...
News Who Wants To Play PS3 With A Wii Wheel Style Accessory?
PSLive have brought this rather interesting peripheral from Accessories4Gamers
You snap your Dualshock in and thanks to Sixaxis technology you have the perfect Playstation Wii Wheel component. The question is though - how many racing games work with Sixaxis control? We always turn the motion controls off because they're a bit rubbish frankly.
