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But will Nintendo make use of it or will they focus on the wrong things as they’ve been guilty of lately? I remember this mindboggling statement from a NoA representative: “What we learned from the 3DS is that software sells hardware.”

Anyway, video games became commercially successful because of multiplayer. It all started with Pong. The majority of home consoles had only two controller ports. It was seen as sufficient by the manufacturers, because the hardware usually wasn’t capable of processing enough objects or, even more demanding, splitscreens for more than two players. And for the few exceptions (like sports games), there was the multitap. Or funky stuff like the Genesis/Mega Drive cartridge of Micro Machines 2: Turbo Tournament that featured two additional controller ports. There was even an option to share controllers between players to bring the maximum number of players up to eight. (One player used the d-pad on the left, the other player the buttons on the right.)

Two Sega Saturn games are also worth noting: Street Racer for its eight player splitscreen mode and Saturn Bomberman for its ten player mode. Aside from the problem of needing two multitaps as well as a lot of controllers for these, there were also the issues of the average TV screen’s size and controller cords being everywhere, so four player games were usually the way to go in the fifth generation. Preferably on the Nintendo 64, because it had four built-in controller ports as well as plenty of great multiplayer games.

Aside from the PS2, every console since then featured the ability to play four player games without the need for a multitap. The PS3 is able to handle up to seven controllers, but that’s pretty much worthless, if there are no games.

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That’s the very brief history of multiplayer, so let’s move on to the eighth generation, specifically the Wii U, because this is what this thread is about.

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HDTVs have become more common in recent years and their household penetration rate will only increase. Their screen sizes are notably bigger than those of the average 4:3 TV back in the old days. Therefore establishing a six player splitscreen as a new standard is feasible. Four players on a 4:3 display resulted in four 2:1.5 screens, six players on a 16:9 display (three screens each on upper and lower half) result in six 5.33:4.5 screens. Almost squares, but still perfectly acceptable proportions. The Wii U controller has its own screen, so seven players simultaneously is an additional option.

Consoles use bluetooth now, so eight devices can be connected together with ease (one console plus seven controllers).

Wii controllers can be used with the Wii U and the average Wii owner in the USA owns 2.4 Wiimotes (should be a similar number in other countries). If the Wii U comes with one Wii U controller and one Wiimote/Nunchuk packed in as it should, then the obstacle of having to buy lots of controllers to go with the system is being minimized.

The Wii U is powerful enough to run sufficient graphics on six or seven independent screens.

The final and most important piece in the puzzle are the games. Nintendo has an awesome track record for multiplayer games, so there’s little to worry about here. The only question is if they will go for it.

PS Plus subs get all the best treats this week

If you’ve been tempted to subscribe to PlayStation Plus recently, this week’s US PlayStation Store update could tip you over the edge.

The awesome PSN exclusive, Journey, has arrived a week early for PS Plus subs, and that’s one you’ve got to see.

Meanwhile subs are also now able to download a full-game trial of Mass Effect 3, which of course lets you download the entire game and play for a limited time.

Vita owners should also nip on and download Motorstorm RC, which is being given away for free for a limited time. Don’t have your Vita yet? Fire up the PS Store on PS3 and enter a title search for it to download it free in preparation for your handheld when you do get one (note: it’s not listed in the browse menues – you need to put in a search for it).

 

Here’s the full list:

PlayStation Plus

Exclusive:

Journey Full Game (Early Access – $14.99)

Mass Effect 3 Full Game Trial

Tom Clancy’S H.A.W.X 2 Full Game Trial

Qore Episode 46 (Early Access – Free)

Free Games:

Sly Cooper and the Thievius Racoonus

Super Street Fighter II Turbo HD Remix

Bermuda Triangle mini

Um Jammer Lammy – PS one Classic

Discounts:
MotorStorm RC (PS Plus Price: $7.49)

GCA Winner – Best PSN Game: Resident Evil 4 (PS+ Price $9.79)

GCA Winner – Best Online Playable: Street Fighter 3 Online Edition (PS+ Price: $7.34)

GCA Winner – Best 3D Game: God of War: Orgins Collection (PS+ Price: $19.59)

GCA Winner – Best PS3 Full Game: Assassin’s Creed: Brotherhood (PS+ Price: $14.69)

GCA Winner- Best PlayStation Move Game: Dungeon Hunter Alliance (PS+ Price $6.29)

GCA Winner- Best PSN Exclusive: Infamous Festival of Blood (PS+ Price: $4.89)

GCA Winner – Best PS One: Chrono Trigger (PS+ Price: $4.89)

GCA Winner – Best Mini: Angry Birds (PS+ Price: $1.95)

GCA Winner – Best PSP game: DISSIDIA 012[duodecim] FINAL FANTASY (PS+ Price: $14.69)

GCA Winner – Best Indie: Limbo (PS+ Price: $7.34)


PS Vita Games



MotorStorm RC PS Vita Presented by Scion (free)
Get ready for MotorStorm mayhem on a whole new scale. Collect and customize your remote controlled cars, compete in high-speed events in classic MotorStorm locations and challenge your friends on PS3 and PS Vita.
ESRB rated E
File size 646 MB



MLB 12 THE SHOW ($34.99)
MLB 12 The Show is the latest release in a franchise has been the highest rated sports video game for the past 4 years. The Show enables its fans to immerse themselves in exhilarating baseball moments by delivering true-to-life gameplay, authentic franchise and season modes.
ESRB rated E
File size 2.8GB



Lego Harry Potter: Years 5-7 ($39.99)
The Battle is Building! Based on the last three Harry Potter books and final four films, LEGO Harry Potter: Years 5-7 takes players through Harry Potter’s heroic adventures in the Muggle and wizarding worlds.
ESRB rated E10+
File size 1.2 GB



Unit 13 ($35.99)
Jump into the action with Unit 13 for PlayStation Vita and conquer 36 tactical missions and 9 high value target battles as you help take down global terror networks and earn your place in the military elite.
ESRB rated T
File size 1.2 GB

PS Vita Demos (Free)

Super Stardust Delta Demo
The Super Stardust franchise blasts its way into your hands with its latest iteration: Super Stardust Delta. With brand-new features made specifically for PlayStation Vita, players continue to destroy everything in their sight. Create black holes, launch swarm missles and unleash shockwaves with all-new PlayStation Vita controls.
File size 208 MB

PS Vita Add-Ons

Unit 13 Online Pass ($9.99)
Jump into the action with Unit 13 for PlayStation Vita and conquer 36 tactical missions and 9 high value target battles as you help take down global terror networks and earn your place in the military elite. With the precision of the PlayStation Vita systems’ dual analog sticks and unique touch interface, Unit 13 is the perfect on-the-go action shooter.
File size N/A

MotorStorm RC Save Time! Full Game Pass ($1.49)
For the MotorStormer short on time but keen to experience all that MotorStorm RC has to offer at their leisure. The Full Game Pass combines the Access All Areas Pass & RC Collection Pass. To use this download, you will need MotorStorm RC on PlayStation 3 or PlayStation Vita.
File size 100 KB

MotorStorm RC RARE Rally Cars (x2) (free – $0.99)
File size 100 KB

MotorStorm RC Save Time! RC Collection Pass ($0.99)
Short on medals and want a change of ride? Get this Pass for instant access to all 24 vehicle models in MotorStorm RC. Take pride in your appearance. To use this download, you will need MotorStorm RC on PlayStation 3 or PlayStation Vita.
File size 100 KB

MotorStorm RC ELITE Add ons (x9) ($0.49 each)
File size 100 KB

MotorStorm RC Save Time! Access All Areas Pass ($0.99)
Short on medals and want to go wherever you please? Get this Pass to open the entire Festival and get instant access to: – All 64 events in the MotorStorm RC Festival! – All areas of the Playground! To use this download, you will need MotorStorm RC on PlayStation 3 or PlayStation Vita.
File size 100 KB

Blazblue: Cse – System Voice Arrange Litchi Type-A, Type-B (Vita DLC) ($5.99)
This is a system voice by Chiaki Takahashi, the voice of Litchi Faye-Ling. Two versions are included.
File size 100 KB

Ultimate Marvel Vs Capcom 3 – Ancient Warrior Pack (Cross Play With PS3) ($1.99)
Get alternate costumes for Arthur, Firebrand and Hulk. Show your enemies your battle conviction with these bold new outfits!
File size 100 KB

Ultimate Marvel Vs Capcom 3 – Value Pack (Cross Play W/ PS3) ($19.99)
Get alternate costumes for 47 characters in this great value pack! (*Please note that the alternate costumes for Jill and Shuma-Gorath are not included in this pack. You must complete the title update to use this costume pack.)
File size 100 KB

Dynasty Warriors Next Officer Cards (x16) ($0.99 each)
File size 573 – 721 KB

MLB 12 THE SHOW 6000 Road to the Show points ($4.99 each)
Increase your Road to the Show training points by 6000.
File size N/A

MLB 12 THE SHOW Heal Road to the Show Injury ($0.99)
File size N/A

MLB 12 THE SHOW Online Pass ($9.99)
Access all online features in MLB 12 The Show!
File size 101 KB

MLB 12 THE SHOW Franchise Funds Increase ($0.99)
Increase your Franchise funds by 20 million.
File size N/A

MLB 12 THE SHOW Road to the Show Training Points (1000) ($0.99)
Increase your Road to the Show training points by 1000.
File size N/A

PS Vita Videos (free)

 

Unit 13 Launch Trailer

The Tester Season 3 Episode 5

PSN Games



MotorStorm RC ($9.99)
Take a test drive around some of the rescaled tracks from the MotorStorm RC Festival and get a taste of the high-speed action with four events and four remote control vehicles to choose from.
ESRB rated E
File size 614 MB



Start the Party! Save the World ($29.99)
Your PlayStation Move motion controller is about to turn into some of the craziest gadgets imaginable in Start the Party! Save the World on the PlayStation 3 system. From the depths of the ocean to skyscraper rooftops, Dr. Terrible is wreaking havoc.
ESRB rated E10+
File size 780 MB

PS3 Full Games



Tom Clancy’S H.A.W.X. 2 ($19.99)
In Tom Clancy’s H.A.W.X. 2, you will master every nuance of the world’s finest combat aircraft. Slip into enemy territory undetected, deliver a crippling blow and escape before anyone can summon a response.
ESRB rated T
File size 8.6 GB

Game Demos (free)

MotorStorm RC
Take a test drive around some of the rescaled tracks from the MotorStorm RC Festival and get a taste of the high-speed action with four events and four remote control vehicles to choose from.
ESRB rated E
File size 600 MB

Start the Party! Save the World
Your PlayStation Move motion controller is about to turn into some of the craziest gadgets imaginable in Start the Party! Save the World on the PlayStation 3 system. From the depths of the ocean to skyscraper rooftops, Dr. Terrible is wreaking havoc – pick up your motion controller and battle with this devious enemy.
ESRB rated E10+
File size 427 MB

Tiger Woods PGA Tour 13 
With all-new features authentically replicating your golf game like never before, the world’s #1 selling golf game is back putting your swing to the test in Tiger Woods PGA TOUR 13. The demo brings your real-life swing to life with a completely revamped swing mechanic that allows you to create millions of possible shot combinations.
ESRB rated E
File size 1.8 GB

Add-on Game Content

MotorStorm RC Save Time! Full Game Pass ($1.49)
For the MotorStormer short on time but keen to experience all that MotorStorm RC has to offer at their leisure. The Full Game Pass combines the Access All Areas Pass & RC Collection Pass. To use this download, you will need MotorStorm RC on PlayStation 3 or PlayStation Vita.
File size 100 KB

MotorStorm RC RARE Rally Cars (x2) ($0.99 – free)
File size 100 KB

MotorStorm RC Save Time! RC Collection Pass ($0.99)
Short on medals and want a change of ride? Get this Pass for instant access to all 24 vehicle models in MotorStorm RC. Take pride in your appearance. To use this download, you will need MotorStorm RC on PlayStation 3 or PlayStation Vita.
File size 100 KB

MotorStorm RC ELITE Various Cars (x7) ($0.49 each)
File size 100 KB

LittleBigPlanet 2 Costumes (x4) ($0.99 each)
File size 110 KB each

LittleBigPlanet 2 Deep Sea Adventures Costume Pack ($2.99)
Download the Deep Sea Adventures Costume Pack to dress your Sackboy in these exciting costumes: – Deep Sea Diver – Edible Crab – Angler Fish – Puffer Fish To download this costume pack, you must already own LittleBigPlanet 2.
File size 110 KB each

Blazblue: Cse – System Voice Arrange Litchi Type-A, Type-B (PS3 DLC) ($5.99)
This is a system voice by Chiaki Takahashi, the voice of Litchi Faye-Ling. Two versions are included.
File size 2.6 MB

Rage Anarchy Edition – Store Release ($1.99)
File size 100 KB

Ultimate Marvel Vs Capcom 3 – Ancient Warrior Pack (Cross Play With Vita) ($1.99)
Get alternate costumes for Arthur, Firebrand and Hulk! Show your enemies your battle conviction with these bold new outfits!
File size

Ultimate Marvel Vs Capcom 3 – Value Pack (Cross Play W/ Vita) ($19.99)
Get alternate costumes for 47 characters in this great value pack! (*Please note that the alternate costumes for Jill and Shuma-Gorath are not included in this pack. You must complete the title update to use this costume pack.)
File size 100 KB

Mass Effect 3 – From Ashes ($9.99)
Unearth lost secrets from the past and recruit the Prothean squad member in The Prothean Pack. Also includes a new appearance for each squad member! NOTE: Collector’s Edition copies of Mass Effect 3 include a code for is content.
File size 583 MB

Hyperdimension Neptunia Mk2 DLC 12 Add Ons (x18) (free – $1.99 each)
File size 100 KB – 23 MB

Final Fantasy XIII-2 Add on (x6) ($0.99 – $2.99 each)
File size 993 KB – 9.76 MB

MLB 12 THE SHOW Add ons (x8) ($0.99 – $9.99 each)
File size N/A

MLB 12 THE SHOW Online Pass ($9.99)
Access all online features in MLB 12 The Show!
File size 3.58 MB

Rocksmith – Kryptonite By 3 Doors Down ($2.99)
File size 2.85 MB

Rocksmith – Loser By 3 Doors Down ($2.99)
File size 3.38 MB

Rocksmith – When I’m Gone By 3 Doors Down ($2.99)
File size 3.3 MB

Rocksmith – 3 Doors Down Song Pack ($2.99)
File size 9.53 MB

Rock Band 3 
Build your Rock Band library by purchasing these song game tracks. For song credits, visit www.RockBand.com.

“Curl of the Burl” – Mastodon ($1.99)

“The Anthem” – Good Charlotte ($1.99)

“Santa Monica” – Everclear ($1.99)

File size: 15 MB -26 MB (singles)

Rock Band Network v2.0

“Blackbird” – Amberian Dawn ($1.99)

“Brodyquest” – Lemon Demon ($1.99)

“Hyperdrive” – Devin Townsend ($1.99)

“The Grinder’s Tale” – Wrong Side of Dawn ($0.99)

“Shipwrecked” – Alestorm ($1.99)

File size: 27 MB – 62 MB (singles)

Updates

Resident Evil Code Veronica X Hd (Sale) (PS3) (now $9.99, original price $19.99)
Space Ace (Sale) (PS3) (now $4.99, original price $9.99)
Fancy Pants Adventures (Sale) (PS3) (now $4.99, original price $9.99)
Just Cause 2 (Ps3 Full Game) (Price Change) (PS3) (now $19.99, original price $24.99)
Activision Hits Remixed (Price Change) (PS3) (now $9.99, original price $14.99)
Cabela’S African Safari (Price Change) (PS3) (now $9.99, original price $14.99)
Cabela’S Dangerous Hunts Ultimate Challenge (Price Change) (PS3) (now $9.99, original price $14.99)
Cabela’S North American Adventures (Price Change) (PS3) (now $9.99, original price $19.99)
Crash Bandicoot: Mind Over Mutant (Price Change) (PS3) (now $9.99, original price $19.99)
Crash Of The Titans (Price Change) (PS3) (now $9.99, original price $19.99)
Crash Tag Team Racing (Price Change) (PS3) (now $9.99, original price $14.99)
Gun: Showdown (Price Change) (PS3) (now $9.99, original price $14.99)
Monster Jam: Path Of Destruction (Price Change) (PS3) (now $9.99, original price $19.99)
Rapala Trophies (Price Change) (PS3) (now $9.99, original price $14.99)
Swat: Target Liberty (Price Change) (PS3) (now $9.99, original price $19.99)
Street fighter 3 online edition (Sale) (PS3) (now $10.49, original price $14.99)
God of War: Origins Collection (Sale) (PS3) (now $27.99, original price $39.99)
Assassin’s Creed: Brotherhood (Sale) (PS3) (now $20.99, original price $29.99)
Infamous Festival of Blood (Sale) (PS3) (now $6.99, original price $9.99)
Chrono Trigger (Sale) (PS one) (now $6.99, original price $9.99)
Angrey Birds (Sale) (minis) (now $2.79, original price $3.99)
Dissidia 012 [duodecim] FINAL FANTASY (Sale) (PSP) (now $20.99, original price $29.99)
Limbo (Sale) (PS3) (now $10.49, original price $14.99)
Dungeon Hunter Alliance (Sale) (PS3) (now $8.99, original price $12.99)
Jurassic Park: The Game (now $19.99, original price $29.99)
Resident Evil 4 (now $13.99, original price $19.99)

Avatars

Street Fighter X Tekken Avatars (x38) ($0.49 each)

Carnival Island Avatar Bundle 4 ($1.49)

Game Videos (free)

Unit 13 Launch Trailer

Twisted Metal Launch Trailer

The Tester Season 3 Episode 5

Major League Baseball 2K12 Official Trailer

Spec Ops: The Line – Multiplayer Trailer

Dragon’S Dogma Story Trailer

Resident Evil 6 1St Trailer

Resident Evil Operation Raccoon City Triple Threat Trailer

Mass Effect 3 Launch Trailer

Yakuza: Dead Souls Greatest Challenge Trailer

Tom Clancy’S Ghost Recon Future Soldier Single Player Trailer

PS3 Themes

Spongebob Squared Dynamic Theme ($2.99)

Cubixx Hd Dynamic Theme ($2.99)

Glitch by Studio Output Static Theme ($1.99)

Rage Comics – FFFUUU Dynamic Theme ($2.99)

Rage Comics – Forever Alone Dynamic Theme ($2.99)

Rage Comics – LOL Dynamic Theme ($2.99)

Rage Comics – Me Gusta Dynamic Theme ($2.99)

Rage Comics – Troll Dynamic Theme ($2.99)

Music

Unit 13 – Original Soundtrack from the Video Game ($9.99)

PlayStation Store for PSP

Downloadable Games (also available from PS3 Storefront)

Major League Baseball 2K12 (Digital) ($19.99)
The longest running Major League Baseball franchise returns to the virtual diamond with MLB 2K12 from 2K Sports. Featuring advanced pitching & hitting controls, detailed player tendencies & scouting reports, and immersive game modes for any level of fan, MLB 2K12 is the only game you’ll need this season. Available now!
File size 1.5 GB

Susume Tactics! ($4.99)
Save the earth from mystery species who attack and destroy cities in the earth. Beating them up to save the earth! SUSUME TACTICS brings you new experience of Strategic Puzzle Game. It is simple, but still learnable so that you can play it again and again!
File size 14 MB

Game Videos (free)

The Tester Season 3 Episode 5

PSP Themes (also available from PS3 Storefront)

Wendy PSP Theme (11-19) ($1.99 each)

If your shelf space is limited, the next Xbox console might be just what you need. A new report suggests that Microsoft will not be including a disc drive in the system.

Sources tell MCV that the new Xbox will be compatible with solid-state card storage. These storage cards might or might not have a new format. Regardless, the console will be focused mostly on digital content

A digital-only console seems fitting for Microsoft. The current generation of consoles started with a war between two competing HD optical discs: Toshiba’s HD DVD and Sony’s Blu-ray. Once the Blu-ray won out in 2008, everyone assumed that Microsoft would offer an external Blu-ray drive for the 360. Instead, the company simply dove further into digital content. They expanded Xbox Live by adding downloadable Xbox 360 games and streaming services like Netflix, among other features. While DVDs are starting to feel a bit cramped – some games now ship on two discs on 360 – the fact is that Microsoft didn’t need a Blu-ray drive to keep their console relevant. By going digital, they no longer had to worry about format wars.

As MCV points out, though, a download-centric console will make traditional retailers nervous. GameStop, for example, makes much of its money off the sale of boxed games. They also make a tidy profit from buying back used games and selling them for slightly cheaper than new copies. If the gaming industry goes full digital, retailers would need to drastically change their business model. GameStop’s anticipation of such a sea change is probably why they decided to buy digital store Impulse last year.

The report suggests that Xbox will launch in 2013. The timing of the announcement isn’t certain. Other rumors have suggested that Microsoft will reveal Xbox 720 (or whatever it’s called) at this summer’s E3.

“Xbox 360 has found new ways to extend its lifecycle like introducing the world to controller-free experiences with Kinect and re-inventing the console with a new dashboard and new entertainment content partnerships,” Microsoft said in a statement issued to MCV. “We are always thinking about what is next for our platform and how to continue to defy the lifecycle convention. Beyond that we do not comment on rumors or speculation.”

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Playstation 3 (PS3) Repaired Locally in Jacksonville, FL

Playstation 3 repair by our city’s highest rated and most affordable video game console repair company! We are gamers who fix PS3.  Yes, we know you’re badly missing Modern Warfare 3 because your PS3 unit won’t boot up.  Don’t worry, there is an answer to your woes: our quick turn-around game system repair!  Having worked on Sony Playstations from the very beginning, we have years of experience with Sony Playstation consoles.  The general hardware failure known as the Yellow Light Error, also known as the YLOD (Yellow Light of Death or Yellow Light of Doom) is the most common overheating issue that we deal with, but we have seen and repaired all problems!

Common PS3 Issues that we repair include:

·         YLOD (Yellow Light of Death)

·         RLOD (Red Light of Doom)

·         PS3 unit will not light up or power up

·         Fan no longer spins or cools system

·         Unit Overheats

·         Blu-ray Drive stops workng (after freezing and drive not accepting)

·         Hard drive not detected

·         Information Board Freezes Games

·         PS3 unit cannot read discs

·         Lights are flashing

If your PS3 was operating at high temperatures for a long period of time, you may have already experienced the YLOD/RLOD.  But other symptoms also occur. If the Playstation 3 console is not getting adequate ventilation and air flow, you often will see red and green flashing lights.  This may be caused by dust and debris buildup, or other environmental conditions.  The mainboard will require servicing, a common service we offer.  The Pixelating Problem is a general hardware failure. It usually means that the PS3 was operating at high temperatures for a long period of time.

We repair the yellow light of death (ylod).

Other common repairs we perform include the freezing screen (during gameplay or during the menu) as well as the flashing green light issue.  If your system did not retain the data on the hard drive, we also have data recovery technicians who can attempt to get back your saved information.

We repair PlayStations nationwide.