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An overnight update to the PlayStation Network has ushered in anew era of 3D gaming on PS3. Users who have a compatible 3D TV can now download a 3D starter pack from PSN for 23.99 that includes full 3D versions of WipEout 3D and Super Stardust HD, 3D bonus content …
Read More »Viral PS4 ads get tongues wagging
Two videos apparently originating from Japan and highlighting the new 3D functions of Sony’s PS3 have sent internet rumour-mongers into a frenzy – partially because both seem to feature the term ‘PS4′. The chances of the TV spots actually being early marketing material for a successor to PS3 are incredibly …
Read More »Riccitiello urges 3D caution
3D is expected to play a big part at next week’s E3 expo in LA, but one senior video games exec has warned publishers not be too hasty in their effort to jump aboard the 3D bandwagon. I am a little nervous that some game companies will put out poorly …
Read More »OPINION: 3D is a big ask
The rush to embrace 3D gaming as a way to reinvigorate the high-grade end of the gaming spectrum is certainly exciting. From the demos I have seen, it really can make triple-A content more compelling. And with many leaders in games psyched up for it, the industry can make a …
Read More »OPINION: 3D is a big ask
The rush to embrace 3D gaming as a way to reinvigorate the high-grade end of the gaming spectrum is certainly exciting. From the demos I have seen, it really can make triple-A content more compelling. And with many leaders in games psyched up for it, the industry can make a …
Read More »Forget motion 3D to dominate E3
Natal and Move may be highly anticipated, but publishers have told MCV they are gambling on 3D to wow the world at this month’s E3. Nintendo will reveal its 3D handheld at the LA-based event, Sony will showcase a vast line-up of 3D titles including Gran Turismo 5, while MCV expects …
Read More »Sony dates PS3 3D update
The 3D revolution doesn’t start until Sony says it does – and Sony has said that it will begin on June 10th. Andriasang reports that the long-awaited firmware update that will for the first time allow PS3 owners to play compatible titles in 3D – providing they own a compatible …
Read More »3D games more compelling than movies
With the likes of the 3D-ready Killzone 3 (and the predicted 3D revamp of Gran Turismo 5) expected to feature big at next month’s E3, Sony has admitted that the market for 3D games is tiny – for the time being. I think this year the actual size of the …
Read More »BBC: 3D is a distraction from HD
With many technology and media firms doing all they can to crank up the 3D bandwagon ahead of the official UK release of the first 3D TV sets next month, broadcaster the BBC has labelled 3D as ‘a distraction’ that is potentially damaging to the still growing HD sector. We …
Read More »Front Mission Evolved gets 3D
The PC version of Front Mission Evolved will feature a stereoscopic 3D mode when it arrives this September. Consumers will be able to experience intense mech battles in a whole new way through nVidia’s 3D Vision technology. Front Mission Evolved will be released on September 17th, and will also launch …
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