PS3 News Report

European PS3 Launch Announced!
It's finally here! All the info for the PS3 Euro launch, including the exact date, price, and expected availability. Start gearin' up, PAL gamers!

PSX Extreme PS3 Giveaway #1 Coming To End
Giveaway page is updated with deadline and winner selection process.

PS3 Firmware Report: Version 1.5
We check out just how well Sony has fixed those backwards compatibility issues with PS1 and PS2 games, especially in how they relate to HD televisions.

Bethesda Working On Oblivion PS3 Expansion
The Shivering Isles has now been confirmed for all platforms...the next step is awaiting the actual release of Oblivion for the PS3, which is set for March.

GRAW 2 Delayed For PS3
The announcement of the GRAW sequel coming to the PS3 was big, but now we've learned that Ubisoft won't release the PS3 version until after the 360 version.

Developer: Working With PS3 A "Journey"
Designing games for the PS3 can be "both horrific and beautiful," so says the co-founder of Ninja Theory. When Heavenly Sword comes out, we'll know if there was more "horror" or "beauty" for the team...

Ben's Week In Review: January 27
I take a look at several topics this week, including the upcoming PS3 launch in Europe (and why I think it's going to be far superior to the NA or Japanese launches), and Midway's sudden game blitz.

Arnold's Press Pause And Rewind: January 27
Arnold gives us added thoughts on the PS3 Firmware Update 1.5, a look at the delayed Nintendo Wii titles, and why the same ol', same 'ol is a problem for the those FPS and WWII games.

Havok 4.5 Ready, Designed For PS3
The guys over at Havoc have specifically designed their latest version to utilize the vast capablities of the PS3, which should be good news for everyone.

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More Playstation 3 News

Sony Reveals PS3 Shipment Numbers
All that ultimately matters to Sony is numbers, and the PS3 stats are plenty impressive: 2 million PS3s shipped worldwide, a half-million Network subscribers, etc.

PS3 Preview: Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Vegas
The popular franchise continues to roll, and this next-gen installment is destined to kick some serious ass. Check out all the latest details in our preview.

IGN Selects PS3 As Best New Console Of 2006
More good news for the PS3, as IGN believes the sheer potential of the system is exciting, and the mediocre launch wasn't any worse than either the Wii or 360.

PlayStation Store Boasts New Content
They've been adding new stuff to the Store on a fairly consistent basis, and the latest batch is now available. Gripshift is rarin' to go, and a God of War II trailer is on the horizon!

Gates Slams Sony And Nintendo
Nothin' like a war without some verbal assault. Microsoft's head Bill Gates has stepped up and taken the next shots in this on- going battle, but how accurate are his words?

UK PS3 Launch Date Speculation
Despite all the rumors, it seems more likely than ever the PS3 will arrive in the UK this March...but the question is, when?

Koei: Two PS3 UK Titles "This Summer"
Ubisoft is going to have five titles for the launch in March, and Koei is now adding a couple more games to the list for this summer.

PS3 Preview: NBA Street Homecourt
Forget about Live; if you're into arcade street- style b-ball, than look no further than this upcoming PS3 title. This one could be wicked addictive.

UK PS3 Price Tag Revealed?
First we had a guess at the release date, and now, an Irish website is listing the prices for the two PS3 models. But are they reliable?

Rumor: Final Fantasy XIII Playable Demo At E3
Imagine if this rumor proved true...the demo alone could probably sell PS3s, and even though E3 is stripped down this year, it'd still draw quite the crowd.

GameStop's PS3 And Wii Promotions
If you're still looking for an excuse to pick up the newest next-gen consoles, GameStop/EB is offering added incentive. They say, out with the old, in with the new!

PS3 Review: Gripshift
The PSP version was certainly a lot of fun, but what happens when they remake the game as a PlayStation Store title for the PS3? A pretty entertaining - and modestly priced - little title.

Ben's Week In Review: January 20
This week, I focus on only one subject, and that's the realistic status of each new console's launch, and more specifically, how the Wii and 360 compare to the PS3 in their first few months of existence.

Australian Console Sales
We've seen the numbers for Japan and the U.S., but how did the game industry fare down under? Especially considering the PS3 delay for that region...?

Oblivion Expansion Confirmed For 360
It was rumored, perhaps even expected, but now it's finally confirmed. The first expansion for one of the best games of 2006 is now set for the 360...but will we see it for the PS3 version?

Next-Gen Sales Falter In Japan
January is not a good month for retailers, and that includes the games industry. Japan is no different than any other country in that respect.

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Playstation 3 News

PSX Extreme's 2006 Game Of The Year Awards
It's that time of the year again, so come on in to see which games from 2006 are worthy of our prestigious awards. The envelope please...!

CES 2007: Sony's Press Conference
The Consumer Electronics Show kicked off with Sony's 52-minute press event, and it turns out they hit their PS3 shipment targets in North America.

CES 2007: Hirai Talks PS3, Blu-Ray
The Sony president talks about the PS3's power and the new Blu-Ray format, emphasizing again his confidence in both.

CES 2007: CEA Predicts Big Year For Gaming
The Consumer Electronics Association is expecting a big year for both gaming and electronics in general. Can 2007 be the most lucrative year yet for electronic giants?

PS3 Preview: Ghost Recon: Advanced Warfighter 2
The first was a terrific 2006 title for the Xbox 360, but the sequel is also coming to the PS3. Check out our in-depth and very positive preview!

Microsoft Slams PS3, Sony's Karraker Retorts
Ah, good ol' mud-slinging. What good is a war, be it on a real battlefield or in the console universe, without the higher-ups pointing fingers?

GameStop/EB COO: "We Have PS3s"
You couldn't possibly find one at a GameStop in 2006, but because Sony hit those shipment targets recently, the PS3 is now readily available at hundreds of stores around the country.

Analysts Forecast Console Race Until 2010
And the winner is...the PS3. But perhaps surprisingly, not in the U.S. Analysts clearly believe it'll be close in North America, but in the worldwide scheme, PS3 wins in a landslide.

Sony Stock Leaps 6.5%
It's been more than a year since Sony has seen this kind of increase, and partly due to the targeted PS3 shipments, 2007 is off to a good start.

NPD Hardware Sales For Dec. 06
Last holiday season was ultra-positive for the gaming industry, in terms of both hardware and software. Check out who topped the lists, and try to pick the "fast movers" for 2007.

NPD Software Sales For Dec. 06
Well, those were the hardware sales, but which games topped the charts? Any of your favorites on there? Chances are, there are going to be at least a few...

Rumor: Saints Row Coming To PS3?
So many games and titles are apparently going multiplatform this generation, but could Saints Row be among them? It is EA and THQ we're talking about here...

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Playstation 3 Latest Report

Gran Turismo HD Concept: Hands-On Preview
We dive into Sony's surprise Christmas present, and we emerge plenty excited. Check out how the latest GT is shaping up; it's gonna be a slick-lookin' game!

For Blu-Ray, PS3 Is Reasonably Priced
We're not sure if you noticed, but Blu-Ray players are crazy expensive. Considering everything the PS3 offers, it's actually a Blu-Ray bargain.

Analyst Firm: PS3 Wins Next-Gen
But not by much. They believe Sony will eke out a victory, selling about 75 million PS3s by 2010, although Microsoft should be closer this time around.

PS3 Review: Marvel: Ultimate Alliance
It's along the lines of those hack 'n slash action/RPGs, but can it stand up to our scrutiny? Or is it just a watered-down version of Dark Alliance?

PS3 Preview: Armored Core 4
It got delayed, but now it's ready to go. The other AC games were always deep and well-produced; can the fourth game in this long-running series deliver next-gen goodness?

PS3 Review: Full Auto 2: Battlelines
Vehicular combat combined with a significant racing element...sounds like a blast, doesn't it? Well, let's see how this sequel fares in terms of quality and fun factor.

PS3 Preview: Virtua Tennis 3
As another title unfortunately bumped from the PS3 launch, we take a look at what to expect come March. Could this one be a worthy addition to Sony's next-gen lineup?

Ubisoft Schedules Five For Euro PS3 Launch
European gamers were surely disappointed to learn of the PS3 delay in their region, but at least they're getting a much larger selection of software come launch day.

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