A Bit More to These Trophies
Written by Chris Rah Osiris 
You just may get more than this
A Bit More to These Trophies
Rumors abound that Sony is going to bring some type of reward system to those trophy collectors out there. Some of us were satisfied with the trophies alone. I know I was. I may not have mastered the trophy game like Phoenix and some of the other PSLS faithful, but I thought it was a great step for Sony. Sony is possibly ensuring that PSN brings the most unique online gaming experience in gaming.
Along with the rumors comes the speculation about how Sony will do this. Some have suggested that there will be discounts applied to PS Store purchases. I have a hard time believing this one. It would be nice, but that does not reward those that really cannot afford to buy more games. It is not fair to force someone to buy more to be rewarded for what they have done. So I do not think this will be the method. Early access to betas would not be surprising. If you are garnering Platinum trophies, you are going to put forth the effort to ensure that PS3, PSN, and PSP games are top notch quality. Therefore, this is a likely option.
The most likely option of all is……………Home implementation. Expect to see those rewards that Sony has said that can be unlocked in Home to be a major part of the trophy rewards program. Nothing shows off a Platinum trophy like a custom shirt, couch, or accessory that only a Platinum trophy obtainer possesses. Not only does this make trophies worth something, they also make Home even more relevant in the minds of gamers. You know what you are doing in the game is reflected in the world that is being designed for gamers. I want an SSHD shirt. At least a picture that I can put on my wall to show off my 100% completion, that is not too much to ask.
The information is not out yet. At least no official announcements have been made by Sony. Hopefully soon we will know if all of this speculation was warranted. I think that it is. This is not the first time we have heard of this and OPM tends to get good information. They are the OFFICIAL PlayStation magazine after all. Just thought everyone would like that lil’ reminder. So here’s to Sony and the prospect of “tangible” rewards for our endless efforts in gaming.
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I find it funny that many people are waiting a reward like free games, free this free that. The only reward that pass in my mind are like… an avatar of Leviathan unlocking a platinum trophy or a shirt in home or something like that and it will be really cool. When you walk in home you don’t need to compare trophies to know if he finished the game in hardcore difficulty; just wear the shirt and that’s it.
About an early access of the beta it will be cool too, of course…
Absolutely agree with SomeonePR. I think those kinds of rewards he mentioned encourage community interaction and involvement. Get Home involved, etc. It helps bring people together and compete.
Still waiting to hear more but I would think that is the sort of line Sony is thinking about.
I’m sure that when Home was first announced they mentioned something about unlockable awards in games, with an example being given of a life-size helghast statue in your room. So the trophy implementation with Home could be very plausible.
Hopefully it won’t end up as just a huge trophy case with ALL your trophies in, because that would just look ridiculous. I’m sure Sony won’t do that, but y’never know…
I’d be very happy with a platinum rewarded piece of furniture. I’m thinking the WipeoutHD platinum would award you with a bed shaped like the Asegai ship? Please?
Once upon a time, we beat a game and did everything there was to do in the game and all we had was the glory of knowing we did it. occasionally able to show off our skills by helping a friend get through the tough level or destroying everyone we know in a fighting game. Trophies were left to the real sports stars, not the virtual ones.
Now we have this fancy gift to show off our skills across the world, isnt that enough? Sony took measures to make sure we couldnt cheat… so you know that each trophy in your friend’s list is earned. When you look at how your friends are doing, you see how you measure up and that alone is a reward you didnt have 3 months ago. I’ll admit… I am as much a whore as most for these stupid trophies, and it’ll end my marriage if I dont keep it under control, but for those demanding free games and clothing for the accomplishments they would have already done if the trophies didnt exist… its just silly.
I like the “Home” idea. get a poster for each 100% or a trophy mantle in your space that people can see. maybe virtual items to show off your skills to represent the trophies. thats cool… occasionally a contest that may give a teeshirt or free XMB premium theme… but not full games. people work hard to make them and deserve their money when we buy them. We cant expect them to give their work away just because we got a platinum trophy.
Like Killocity said, Sony already showed us early on that HOME will have trophies that we can unlock and place in our home space.
I’ve been hoping about something like since the first time I heard about it. As everyone know, I love my Trophies, maybe a little too much, I’ll be the first to admit that.
Trophies kinda give me a reason to replay a game now. I know I would have never played Uncharted 3 times if it weren’t for Trophies. I’m currently in the middle of my second and third playthroughs of Dead Space, yes I’m doing two at once (Normal RD 2 & Impossible RD 1).
I’ve never been one to think Sony should give something like a discount or cash, it would be cool but it just wouldn’t make business sense. I believe the OPM says the rewards could be something like BETA access, Wallpapers or even XMB Themes. I agree with Chris that it VERY likely could be something to do with Home. Sony has commented on Trophy unlocks for Home numerous times… Helgast Statue, Twisted Metal Clown Face, etc.
Regardless of what they are offering, I’m glad Sony is taking that extra step.
@Phoenix8387,
“Sony has commented on Trophy unlocks for Home numerous times… Helgast Statue, Twisted Metal Clown Face, etc.”
ooo do tell more! Where has this been mentioned? Now you got me excited.
I just read about this in the new issue of OPM. It sounds promising.
Then trophies would make sense for everyone, I do like trophies and want to show it to the world.