Archive for August, 2009

First Animated PS3 Theme Available Now
Monday, August 31st, 2009

PS3′s new firmware 3.0 has totally changed the way the XMB looks. One of the touted new features is animated themes, but at first glance none are available. Keep looking as there is one available as of right now. var _CI = _CI || {}; (function() { _CI.counter = (_CI.counter) ? _CI.counter + 1 : [...]

Pirates Plundered Chances for Removable PSP Go Battery
Monday, August 31st, 2009

The PSP Go is due to launch in just over a month. It is going to be the first version of the PlayStation Portable without a user-replaceable battery. Now why could that be? var _CI = _CI || {}; (function() { _CI.counter = (_CI.counter) ? _CI.counter + 1 : 1; document.write(”); var script = document.createElement(‘script’); [...]

Full Firmware 3.0 Feature Change List
Monday, August 31st, 2009

PS3 firmware 3.0 has just went live on the PlayStation Network, and has some features that weren’t yet revealed up until now. Check out the full changelist after the break. var _CI = _CI || {}; (function() { _CI.counter = (_CI.counter) ? _CI.counter + 1 : 1; document.write(”); var script = document.createElement(‘script’); script.type = ‘text/javascript’; [...]

PS3 Firmware 3.0 Now Live
Monday, August 31st, 2009

The long-awaited, much-anticipated, feature-filled firmware update that Sony announced at Gamescom in Cologne, Germany is now live. Head on over to ‘System Update’ in your PlayStation 3′s XMB and get to downloading this new firmware update now.

LA Noire Still Trucking Along
Monday, August 31st, 2009

When titles disappear for quite some times, people start to worry. This was the case when PS3 exclusive LA Noire dropped off the radar.

FF Versus XIII to Skip Out on Major Gaming Convention
Monday, August 31st, 2009

Gamers, if you were expecting Final Fantasy Versus XIII at this year’s Tokyo Game Show, you are in for some disappointment. Final Fantasy Versus XIII is currently in development by Square Enix, and is part of Fabula Nova Crystallis Final Fantasy XIII​ alongside Final Fantasy XIII (PS3) and Final Fantasy Agito XIII (PSP).

Call of Duty 4 Brings Newest Patch to the Front Line
Monday, August 31st, 2009

Even though Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 is mere months away, developer Infinity Ward continues to support the first Modern Warfare title. Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare was released in 2007, to critical acclaim and massive worldwide sales. But it wasn’t without its share of problems.

Firmware 3.0 On the Horizon
Monday, August 31st, 2009

The PlayStation 3 will be recieving a firmware update to version 3.0 tomorrow, with the announced features including dynamic themes, PS Store shortcuts, TV program shortcuts (in certain European countries) and more. Additionally, according to VG247 the update was released to devs last week ahead of the confirmed September 1 launch.

Grand Opening of Xbox LifeStyle
Monday, August 31st, 2009

PlayStation LifeStyle has always been about unbiased PlayStation News, Rumors, Reviews, Trophies, and Community. That won’t ever change. But because we are unbiased, and enjoy all gaming consoles we are proud to launch our sister site, Xbox LifeStyle.

God of War Collection Coming This Holiday; Trophies Included
Monday, August 31st, 2009

Earlier this year Sony conducted a God of War survey to determine what fans would want in a God of War III collectors edition, in the survey an overwhelming amount of the community wished for the previous God of War games to be available on the PlayStation 3. Now, Sony has announced that this Holiday Season they will release the God of War Collection for PS3, containing both God of War and God of War II in 720p HD form.

Disney Gets Marvel-ous With Latest Acquisition
Monday, August 31st, 2009

Building on its strategy of delivering quality branded content to people around the world, The Walt Disney Company (DIS) has agreed to acquire Marvel Entertainment, Inc. (MVL) in a stock and cash transaction, the companies announced today.

Get a PS3 Slim for Just Over $250
Monday, August 31st, 2009

Can’t believe your eyes? Well they aren’t playing tricks on you. At one online retailer, you can pick up a PS3 Slim for $299. After you enter a coupon code, you’ll have a fresh new slimmed down PS3, that “only does everything” for just over $250.

Behind the Scenes with Sony’s Motion Control R&D Team
Monday, August 31st, 2009

The PS3 Motion Controller is set to break new ground in the game industry, with its perfect 1-to-1 motion sensing and innovative camera-based setup. But what’s even more interesting than the future of this product is just how exactly it was created. Check out this in depth look into the tech and brain matter behind [...]

PlayStation Release Horizon 08/31/09
Monday, August 31st, 2009

This week, we will see the release of a rythm based game whose latest commercial features Hugh Hefner and seven PlayBoy Bunnies.  We will also see Kratos make a guest appearance on a hand-held version of one of the best fighting games around.

Trophy Guide – Guitar Hero: Metallica
Monday, August 31st, 2009

This trophy guide has come your way thanks to our AWESOME community here at PSLS. Thanks to LordOmega of our forums for writing the guide! Note: There are 26 Hidden trophies in this game. They are not hidden in this guide for obvious reasons. Read at your own risk! Platinum Artist (Platinum) – Earn all [...]