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Playstation 3 Contributors

Ultimate Guide to the PlayStation 3

PlayStation 3 250 GB ModelThe PlayStation 3 (PS3) is a seventh generation gaming console, sharing competition with the Nintendo Wii and Microsoft's Xbox 360, and released in late 2006. The gaming console supports many features, including Blu-ray Disc, DVD, CD, and PlayStation backwards compatibility (first models supported PlayStation 2 as well, but later models have not). The console also offers digital game distribution through the PlayStation Network, as well as motion control with the newly released Move peripheral.

Popular games released for the PlayStation 3 include LittleBigPlanet, 3D Dot Game Heroes, SOCOM 4, and Demon's Souls.

The guides below will help you find the tips you need to know both in purchasing and caring for a PlayStation 3, as well as mastering the games available to the console.

Latest Articles on Playstation 3
Selecting Home Theater Sound Systems

Surround sound systems give you a realistic audio quality for your home theater. Before buying a system, be sure to know which one is right for your setup and how to properly set it...

Get off the Couch! Choosing a Gaming System That Will Get the Whole Family Moving

Finding the right gaming system for your family can be a challenge, especially if you have children of a variety of ages. Each system has its pros and cons, and the purchase really...

Should Consoles Fear Apple?

Apple has become a surprise player in the gaming industry, thanks to the popularity of the iPhone and iPad. Developers seem to enjoy creating titles for the platform - but that's...

Video Game Length: How Much is Too Long, Too Short, or Just Right?

Is it fair to charge gamers the same price for an eight-hour game as it is for one that takes twenty or more to finish? It's a concept worth debating....

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    Connecting a PlayStation 3 to your TV without HDMI

    If your television does not support HDMI inputs and you would like to connect a PlayStation 3 then there are various other options. This article shows you how to link up your PS3 to your television with...

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    The Top 10 Best Two Worlds 2 Mods

    Two Worlds 2 is a fantastic RPG with a release date of January 25, 2011. Two Worlds 2 maps are huge and exciting, but one way to improve the game is to use Two Worlds 2 mods. Mods for Two Worlds 2 make...

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    Netflix for the PS3 - How it Works

    You can now watch streaming movies and television shows on your PS3 if you have a Netflix account, and you don't need a disc do it. Here is how it all works....

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    How to Make a Sony PS3 Sixaxis Controller Work on Your Windows PC

    With the right drivers, you can use the Sony PlayStation 3 Sixaxis controller just like a regular gamepad on your Windows PC. These instructions are for Windows XP and Vista systems only....

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    How to Backup Your PS3 Hard Drive

    When backing up your PS3 hard drive, there are some things that you need to consider and plan for. PS3 backup doesn't take a lot of time and it can save you some major headaches in the future, learn...

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Have you purchased a Playstation 3 and you're looking for the best games to buy for your new system? This article rounds up the six most well reviewed games currently available...

Review: PlayStation 3 Logitech Cordless Precision Controller

I was looking for a cheapskates way to get out of having to hurl $60.00 out of my wallet for a second SIXAXIS Playstation 3 controller. When I came across the PlayStation 3 Logitech...