The recent PSP Firmware update to version 3.72 has confirmed that PS3 Firmware 2.0 is definately on the way. On the European PlayStation website, the changelog for the PSP firmware mentioned that “To use [Remote Start], the PS3 system software must be version 2.00 or later.” Unfortunately, the release date of the new firmware version is not know. One detail to note is that there is no mention of [Remote Start] in the US or Japanese changelog for PSP Firmware 3.72. This could mean that PS3 Firmware 2.0 may be released in Europe before US or Japan.
The PSP Firmware 3.72 changelog reads as follows:
Network
- Support for PLAYSTATION Network titles have been expanded.
- Support has been added for [Remote Start]* of the PS3 system under [Remote Play].
- To use this feature, the PS3 system software must be version 2.00 or later. For detailed information about [Remote Start], visit the PS3 Help & Support section at eu.playstation.com and select Connecting to other devices in the General Guides area.
[Via: PlayStation Europe]
The MotorStorm v3.0 patch is now available to download from the PlayStation Network, and includes a number of improvements including DualShock 3 support. You can update your version of the game by simplying going online on MotorStorm. You can find a full list of changes below.
- Added vibration support for the DUALSHOCK 3 controller with adjustable settings
- Grid order has been randomised for first race in any online lobby
- Finishing positions in your last race now determine your starting grid position in the next race within the same online lobby.
- On-screen indicator has been added to show whether voice comms are issuing from TV or headset – As before, press and hold L1 (R1 if using control scheme ‘B’) to toggle headset output through TV or Headset.
- Sensitivity Settings for SIXAXIS™ Motion Sensor control have been added.
- Gloating Index’ has been added to the Stats card – The Gloating index gives guidance as to a racer’s online prowess. It takes into account the number of people you’ve beaten in each race and the number of people that have beaten you. Use the gloating index to spot the players to beat in each race! Try and rank your Gloating Index up to the perfect ’10′!
- Several causes for an occasional snagging issue, which would destroy vehicles on suspension impact, have been addressed.
- Further fixes to prevent the occasional statistics reset issue have been applied.
- Fixed an occasional issue with inaccuracies in Eliminator finishing results.
- Fixed an issue where winners leaving Eliminator before race completed could cause issues for other players in lobby.
Once again, the PlayStation Network Store has been updated with lots of new content. EyeCreate, a free game that uses the PlayStation Eye is now available to download. For the US, a new addon for Ninja Gaiden Sigma is now available to download, as well as several new videos and trailers. As for Europe, there are two new playable demos available as well as several new PSN titles to download. You can check out what’s new below.
Europe Update List:
- Playable Demo
- Tony Hawk
- Ratchet & Clank: Tools of Destruction
- Full Games
- EyeCreate
- Aqua Vita
- Operation Creature Feature
- PixelJunk Racers
- The Trials of Topoq
- Game Add-ons
- Folklore Kidnapped Pack
- MotorStorm Halloween Livery
US Update List:
- Playable Games
- Game Add-ons
- Ninja Gaiden Sigma “Rachel Master”
- Piyotama Halloween Skin Add-On
- PSOne Titles
Rumor has it that the next major firmware update for the PlayStation 3 will be available to download on October 30th. The update is said to include a number of new features including music playlists, XMB customization and new icons to the XMB. You can find the full list of additions below.
- Turn your PS3 on and off with PSP Remote play
- A new PlayStation Network category
- A TV Category for those who install PlayTV into their HDD (SCEE only).
- Playlist for Music & Photo
- Content group for Video & Game
- XMB customization (Custom theme & background color setting)
- Information Board
- Trend Micro Web Security for PS3 Internet Browser
Please note that this article is currently a rumor. The next firmware update is said to be Firmware 1.94, which will add DualShock 3 compatibility to the PlayStation 3.
Sony is slowly getting the PlayStation 3 ready for the new DualShock 3 controller. The controller isn’t out in Europe or the US until Spring 2008, but Sony will be adding support for the new controller in the next firmware update. Firmware 1.94 isn’t available to download yet, but Ratchet & Clank Future: Tools of Destruction will include the firmware update, making it the first game to support DualShock 3.
Japan will be getting the new controller early, so those of you who can’t wait can import the controller. The release date for Firmware 1.94 has not been revealed yet, but look out for more details.
Details of the second patch to Warhawk have been revealed by Dylan Jobe, via the PlayStation.Blog. According to Jobe, the second patch is currently in the testing process and should be available to download soon. The main purpose of the patch is to address other bugs found by players, but to also add additional features recommended by the community.
Patch v1.2 includes:
- 5 New layouts
- Clan game server option
- Buddy slot reservations
- Integrated Warhawk Store
- Updated CTF capture/return behavior
- Internal stat padder protection
- Booster Pack status display at join game list
- DualShock3 integration
- Separate SIXAXIS motion control on/off per mode (ground, hover, flight)
- Detailed Player Score display at end of game fixed
- Added new server type filters (player, ranked, dedicated, clan, Official Warhawk, etc)
- Added new server full/open filter
- Fall damage exploit fixed
- Dismount into walls exploit fixed
- Invisible Tank, Turret & Warhawk exploit fixed
- Auto-kick of idle players
- Add to Favorites button added to end game screen
- Increased VOIP volume when not using headset
The new layouts are:
- Eucadia: High City
- Island Outpost: Standoff
- The Badlands: South City
- Destroyed Capitol: Garden Showdown
- Archipelago: Close Corridors
For more information, check our the official PlayStation.Blog entry below.
[Via: PlayStation.Blog]
The developers of Warhawk, Incognito, have been working hard to resolve several issues in the game. Gameplay Statistics was causing the most problems for players with delays in updates. Now, Incognito are ready to release an update that will solve many problems in the game, while improving other aspects. The update was announced via the PlayStation.Blog with a post from Dylan Jobe.
The patch in currently undergoing final testing and should be available to download near the end of October. In addition, a second patch is also in the works, however, details have not been mentioned.
Server-side updates
- Stat database stability improvements
- Improved server stability
- Max Clan limit changed from 32 to 64
- Viral Rank-up bug fixed and correct for players that were accidentally ranked up.
- “Time-in-Vehicle” Stats fixed so certain awards can now be granted properly.
Client-side updates for Patch v1.1
- Stat connection, fetch/post fixes
- Significantly improved client connection stability
- Quad “????” Ping display bug fixed.
- Added support for Player-Ranked Servers.
- Game synchronization fixes due to fluctuating network conditions (packet-drop).
- Crash fixes for end of game and split screen.
Looking forward to see what’s new on the PlayStation Store this week? Well, here is your weekly update. For the US, there are two new demos available and a number of new videos and wallpaper. The demo of Juiced 2 and Folklore is now available to download. As for Europe, several new PSOne titles have been added and a new demon.
Europe Update List:
- Playable Demo
- PSOne Titles
- Crash Team Racing
- Everybody’s Golf 2
- Syphon Filter 3
US Update List:
- Playable Demos
- Juiced 2: Hot Import Nights
- Folklore
- Videos
- Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune Tech Dive Video
- Burnout Paradise Steel Wheels Trailer
- Turok Dino Luring Trailer
- Devil May Cry 4 TGS Short Trailer
Sony Computer Entertainment America has announced that it will be dropping the price of the 80GB PlayStation 3 by $100. This announcement comes shortly after SCEA officially announced the November 2nd launch date for the 40GB PS3 Model, which will not feature backwards compatible with PlayStation 2 games. The 80GB model will, however, retains BC via software software support.
Jack Tretton, SCEA CEO, stated:
“We’re pleased to offer the consumer a lower price point without sacrificing the core technology components that make PS3 the most advanced high-definition entertainment system available. Every PS3 comes with a Blu-ray drive, HDMI output, an integrated Wi-Fi connection, Cell Broadband Engine and a built-in hard-drive.”
Sony is planning a new firmware update for the PlayStation 3 that will increase Blu-Ray interactivity. The revelation came about from Don Eklund, Sony VP of advanced technologies, at the HDTV DisplaySearch conference in Universal City, California during a panel discussion about next-gen interactivity. The firmware is expected “soon”, but no exact date has been revealed.
