There's an updated Swedish price-list here: http://ps3.blogg.se/090207201316_men_priset_d.html
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Official PAL PLAYSTATION®3 Launch Thread
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FoxhoundNL
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So. How do I connect a keyboard or mouse to the PS3. Via Bluetooth? Anyone got some recommendations for a nice set? (max ~80euro)
Is Gripshift a port of the PSP game or does it contain completely new levels/cars/modes?
Is Gripshift a port of the PSP game or does it contain completely new levels/cars/modes?
FoxhoundNL said:
You can wirelessly connect via USB also. I use a lower-end Microsoft set. You plug the receiver in via USB, et voila, it works. Typically Bluetooth sets tend to be more expensive, at least where I am.
jamesx1981 said:If TekkenR is 10 GBP then it will go down as one of the biggest gaming bargains in history.
It should be 10, judging by the press release. There are reports that the upper end of the range in the UK will be £6 during this 'introductory period', meaning Tekken would be that price, but I'm not sure if that's confirmed yet. Some journalists might just be assuming based on rough currency conversions.
number1jagsfan
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pswii60 said:
I was looking at GAME's website, and they have PS3 3rd-party software listed at £49.99. I am glad you can now get new 360 games for £40 most places now, I feel ****ing violated paying £50 for a video game. I hope that you will be able to get 3rd-party PS3 games for £40, at least online if not in stores.
FoxhoundNL
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Am I able to you use EVERY keyboard there is or does it have to be PS3 compatible, thanks.gofreak said:
Play.com has got PS3 games listed at £40,- w/ free delivery worldwide too.
Another question: Is Gripshift a port of the PSP game or does it contain completely new levels/cars/modes?
FoxhoundNL said:
Well, they don't say if they're PS3 compatible on the box :/ I took a chance getting mine, and it worked. I've seen others saying they're using logitechs aswell, so I'd say at the very least you'd be safe with a logitech or microsoft set. It's quite possible they'd all work, but those are the brands that seem most frequently used.
number1jagsfan
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FoxhoundNL said:
It's a port with more levels. There are more than 125 in the PS3 version. No track editor though.
Systems_id
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Even though I'm in the US, I just got a PS3 yesterday and am loving it.
One question I had though is if anyone has had problems with component cables? Mine have this really weird yet slight interference going on and they can't display red colors correctly. Doesn't really matter anyways since I just ordered a HDMI cable from monoprice but it's still odd.
One question I had though is if anyone has had problems with component cables? Mine have this really weird yet slight interference going on and they can't display red colors correctly. Doesn't really matter anyways since I just ordered a HDMI cable from monoprice but it's still odd.
itsinmyveins
Gets to pilot the crappy patrol labors
I don't want a PS3. That's what I'm trying to tell myself. I just gotta get through that first launch hype, and I think I'll be fine, at least for a while.
But when night comes..
Damn, I'm scared
But when night comes..
Damn, I'm scared
Katana_Strikes
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gamefront.de
number1jagsfan
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I noticed a couple of people saying they hope their router will work with the PS3. Should I be worried about this? I don't want to run a cable through the house.
Cerebral Palsy
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You guys are in for the best launch lineup in the history of consoles. I wish I could experience the PS3 launch all over again. I'm jealous!
Yoshichan
And they made him a Lord of Cinder. Not for virtue, but for might. Such is a lord, I suppose. But here I ask. Do we have a sodding chance?
:lol :lol :lolItsInMyVeins said:I don't want a PS3. That's what I'm trying to tell myself. I just gotta get through that first launch hype, and I think I'll be fine, at least for a while.
But when night comes..
Damn, I'm scared
Katana_Strikes
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Cerebral Palsy said:
It's not too late to pre-order!
The Spacepope
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Pre-ordered my PS3 (along with Motorstorm and Resistance) a couple of weeks ago.
ftw.
I love these guys.
ftw.
I love these guys.
FoxhoundNL said:
For the most part its a port with
- new and remixed levels which include wider track pieces and barriers
- better handling and more responsive controls, higher top end speed
- online multiplayer Race Mode and online leaderboards/rankings for Challenge Mode goals
- improved graphics at 720p 60fps, more skyboxes, nighttime lighting
- expanded soundtrack to 38 different music tracks plus playlist control
- bonus games and Track Editor removed (looking to make available at a later date)
Also, from the Official GripShift thread
"Update on improvements for Euro release
- localization done including multiple foreign languages and PAL resolution support
- loading time optimizations which have resulted in much shorter loads in most circumstances
- ability to change/customize car, select level, change controls, and change music from within a level
- browsable scoreboards including viewing from menus rather than level complete screen, jumping straight to your position, and now with car type and number of resets info per entry displayed
- some changes to online connectivity to make it easier and more obvious how to connect with other people (and Euro vs NA play should also be possible)
- various other minor usability improvements and changes
These changes will feature in the GripShift PS3 Euro release. I don't yet have details of when these changes will get rolled back over the US version or the exact mechanism that will enable an update (patch or redownload), but hopefully I should know by the end of February."
As it happens, its the end of February, and I still don't know.
In case any UKers are wondering, pre-orders for launch day console stock are still readily available all over the high street and online. A Game employee told me at the weekend they'll be able to "get one for every one that wants one" whatever that means, HMV and Argos are good choices too. Online play.com are still taking them for their bundle (3 games plus free HDMI cable & 'Click' Blu-Ray movie) and Amazon (where I have my own pre-order) are still in stock after the initial sell out.
We're now just over 3 weeks away, it's looking pretty good stock wise. Hopefully scalping will be minimized and everyone who wants one will get it day one.
Edit. Only one worry about online is that March 23 is a Friday. Amazon tend to ship via Parcelforce which don't deliver on a weekend (Sat or Sun) so if you live somewhere remote or across the water (NI) there is a chance of you waiting until the following Monday. My Wii pre-order via Amazon ended up delivered on the Tues because I lived in NI. Unfortunately it doesn't seem possible to request another delivery method.
We're now just over 3 weeks away, it's looking pretty good stock wise. Hopefully scalping will be minimized and everyone who wants one will get it day one.
Edit. Only one worry about online is that March 23 is a Friday. Amazon tend to ship via Parcelforce which don't deliver on a weekend (Sat or Sun) so if you live somewhere remote or across the water (NI) there is a chance of you waiting until the following Monday. My Wii pre-order via Amazon ended up delivered on the Tues because I lived in NI. Unfortunately it doesn't seem possible to request another delivery method.
Thank god, the price here in Portugal remains consistent - 599
http://www.fnac.pt/pt/Catalog/Detail.aspx?cIndex=8&catalog=jogos&categoryN=Jogos&category=consolas&product=711719699651&scategory=consolasPlaystation3
http://www.fnac.pt/pt/Catalog/Detail.aspx?cIndex=8&catalog=jogos&categoryN=Jogos&category=consolas&product=711719699651&scategory=consolasPlaystation3
I just saw that the PS3 is still available at all major online stores in the UK - are they really shipping that many or are the stores taking orders despite better judgement? Or - and I don't know if I can ask this question without being labelled a troll - is there a shortage in demand?
:lol
yeah, I actually saw it this morning and that's why I checked the websites. It is pretty strange - but I cannot really believe that demand is low. Love the chart though:
yeah, I actually saw it this morning and that's why I checked the websites. It is pretty strange - but I cannot really believe that demand is low. Love the chart though:
This is a graph we made to illustrate the facts, like Al Gore did in that documentary about the sun exploding. People believe graphs.
Heh, look how clueless Amazon.de people are about PS3 launch. I have asked them how can I get a free PS3 game that was promised to me at the time of my preorder (July 2006). Here is their answer:
Dear customer,
thank you for contacting Amazon.de.
Since you have preordered your Playstation 3 in July 2006, you will
be send a gift certificate, by using which you can get one of the
Launch-titles from Sony Computer Entertainment for free.
The certificate will be shipped shortly before the launching date of
the Playstation 3 per e-mail and can be redeemed for one of these
games:
* Eye of Judgement
* Formel 1 2006
* Genji 2
* Heavenly Sword
* Motor Storm
* SingStar
* Warhawk
We hope, we could help.
Made my day.
Dear customer,
thank you for contacting Amazon.de.
Since you have preordered your Playstation 3 in July 2006, you will
be send a gift certificate, by using which you can get one of the
Launch-titles from Sony Computer Entertainment for free.
The certificate will be shipped shortly before the launching date of
the Playstation 3 per e-mail and can be redeemed for one of these
games:
* Eye of Judgement
* Formel 1 2006
* Genji 2
* Heavenly Sword
* Motor Storm
* SingStar
* Warhawk
We hope, we could help.
Made my day.
travisbickle
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Tharkûn said:
It'll be 3 weeks on Friday, and there's no need for Sony to run TV ads or anything it can all be word of mouth, internet marketing and adverts on the side of football pitches till after the launch, if you don't know this thing is launching, you ain't buying one yet.
Chû Totoro
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Does so found a french promotion/pack with bundled games or HDMI cable or even a coupon ?
I know that i'll certainly buy this console before the end of the year and i thin that the price won't go down (exactly like the 360 did) and i want to be sure that i pay the less for the more like everybody here
All that i found is a 40 coupon offer when you buy the console but there is no info about the stock :/
I know that i'll certainly buy this console before the end of the year and i thin that the price won't go down (exactly like the 360 did) and i want to be sure that i pay the less for the more like everybody here
All that i found is a 40 coupon offer when you buy the console but there is no info about the stock :/
European dates for PSN titles and UK prices for some titles:
http://www.eurogamer.net/article.php?article_id=73530
March 23rd
Tekken 5: Dark Resurrection (GBP 6.99)
Blast Factor (GBP 3.49)
Gran Turismo HD (free)
March 30th
Super Rub a Dub
April 6th
flOw
April 13th
Go! Sudoku
April 20th
Go! Puzzle
No dates yet for Lemmings, GripShift, Calling All Cars and Q*bert. No prices in yet.
http://www.eurogamer.net/article.php?article_id=73530
March 23rd
Tekken 5: Dark Resurrection (GBP 6.99)
Blast Factor (GBP 3.49)
Gran Turismo HD (free)
March 30th
Super Rub a Dub
April 6th
flOw
April 13th
Go! Sudoku
April 20th
Go! Puzzle
No dates yet for Lemmings, GripShift, Calling All Cars and Q*bert. No prices in yet.
reminder said:
Excellent. Bargain of the decade.
reminder said:
Also stunningly cheap. Will be mine on launch day.
reminder said:
Huzzah.
reminder said:
DAMN YOU SONY! WHY MUST YOU MAKE US WAIT?!? ARE YOU DETERMINED TO SCREW UP EVERYTHING IN THE EURO LAUNCH? YOU KNOW WE'RE ONLY BUYING IT FOR THE RUBBER DUCKIES, SO WHY MUST YOU MOCK US SO?
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