New to PS3--just wanting some advice

The PSN store is the worst thing about PSN IMO. Its setup is horrible and "clunky" is too light of a word to describe it. I think they've re-designed it for FW 3.0 though, so we'll see really soon (9/1).

For the OP:

Download TVersity and set up your PS3 as a media server, especially if you're on a wireless network. It's pretty sweet being able to stream the videos and music thats on your PC. I use the media server functionality more than anything else on the PS3, including gaming. If you're lost on how to do it, just google "PS3 TVersity setup" and you'll find a bunch of tutorials. It takes 5 minutes to do it once the program is installed.

DLC is eh in comparison with XBLA. Super Stardust, Echochrome, and Fat Princess are pretty good PSN exclusives though. Don't expect something like Shadow Complex though. Wipeout HD is fantastic too. As for add-ons and stuff, it completely depends on what you're playing.

I tend to stick to PS3 exclusives when I game on it as I lean towards 360 for multiplatform. I hated Killzone 2, and didn't find the Resistance games much cop either.

Must haves: Uncharted (one of the best games this generation on any system), Valkyria Chronicles (if you like the style of game, download the demo first), The Show, Metal Gear, Wipeout HD, Echochrome, and Infamous.

Don't bother with Playstation Home. It's a bunch of crap right now and its integration has been poor IMO. Its supposedly goign to get better, but I hate it. You may want to give it a look though, its idea is interesting at least.
 
Uncharted is the best game on the console and one of the best games this gen. Don't pass that up. On the other hand MGS4 is the must overblown title on the PS3. I can't believe the way people defend that game. I LOVED the previous games but 4 was nowhere near as exciting to play and was actually pretty dull IMO. I wouldn't advise a purchase unless you can get it very cheap.
 
FPS - Outside of Call of Duty series (i.e. 4, World at War, and most likely Modern Warefare 2), all of the other FPS are just average.

I have really only enjoyed two games so far (talking exclusives since I play multi-platformers on Xbox360). Uncharted is a must buy. It is easily the best game on the PS3 and it has been out for almost two years. The other game I really liked was LittleBigPlanet, a platformer.

Infamous is pretty good if you like Grand Theft Auto style games... I am really not a fan of these open area games.

I am looking forward to picking up Uncharted 2 this October.
 
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Update: I've downloaded a bunch of demos. Haven't taken the plunge to actually buy a PSN game yet. I picked up Force Unleashed at Hollywood Video for $15. I played about half of it on Wii, but the PS3 version is much better. Just ordered LBP off eBay from a local seller and should have it soon.

Can someone give me a quick primer on guitar games? Like what guitar controller (do any exist without USB dongles?) to buy and anything that works differently than Wii? I've read about exporting songs from older discs for the new ones. I'm very confused by everything. I don't plan on playing them much, so I was thinking about getting maybe Rock Band 2 and then downloading just a few extras songs for my liking.
 
[quote name='WiiNet']Update: I've downloaded a bunch of demos. Haven't taken the plunge to actually buy a PSN game yet. [/QUOTE]

Keep in mind that demos can be misleading. I hated the demos for Uncharted, Resistance, and Bionic Commando- but ended up enjoying the games.

[quote name='WiiNet']Can someone give me a quick primer on guitar games? Like what guitar controller (do any exist without USB dongles?) to buy and anything that works differently than Wii? I've read about exporting songs from older discs for the new ones. I'm very confused by everything. I don't plan on playing them much, so I was thinking about getting maybe Rock Band 2 and then downloading just a few extras songs for my liking.[/QUOTE]

Do a google search for "Rockband GH compatibility chart" That should explain the instrument stuff.

All of the Rockband add on packs have an import feature that can be used only once on one PSN ID. It allows you to rip all of the songs off of the disc and play them via regular Rockband or RB2. If you are interested in this feature- don't buy them used. You can also pay 5 bucks to import all of your songs from the RB1 disc onto your hard drive for use with RB2.

The general trend is to buy Rockband2, buy the import key off the PSN, and then rent/borrow RB1 to get all the tracks.
 
[quote name='WiiNet']
Can someone give me a quick primer on guitar games? Like what guitar controller (do any exist without USB dongles?) to buy and anything that works differently than Wii? I've read about exporting songs from older discs for the new ones. I'm very confused by everything. I don't plan on playing them much, so I was thinking about getting maybe Rock Band 2 and then downloading just a few extras songs for my liking.[/QUOTE]

I believe that since Sony themselves didn't make any of the guitars, they can't access the system directly, so every guitar you find will use a dongle. I have two for the PS3, the one that came with Guitar Hero 3 (the Les Paul) and the one that came with Rock Band 2. I can say 110% that the one that came with Rock Band 2 is better IMO... feels better, buttons press better. But definately check that link for the compatibility chart - it'll help you make a very informed purchase.

Getting Rock Band 2 and renting a copy of RB1 is the way to go. Get the $5 export key from PSN, and then you can access twice the songs through RB2. Pretty slick - I will never go back to Guitar Hero until they decide to let their songs all work under one title.
 
[quote name='blitz6speed']Avoid Tversity at all costs. Install PS3 Media Server and never look back.[/QUOTE]

You can stream stuff through Windows Media Player, so you don't need to install anything extra. That's how I have mine setup.
 
Don't mean to thread jack, But I also have a question about the guitar peripherals. Is there any way to get the PS2 versions of GH to play on PS3? I've read a year or so ago that it's possible but difficult with the USB controller converters (buttons don't fully work, etc) but is it possible now? I'd like a way to play GH1, GH2, and 80s on the PS3, as well as be able to play both the RB and GH series and the future games. Is there even a guitar out there that would be able to accomplish this?
 
[quote name='Logain8955']You can stream stuff through Windows Media Player, so you don't need to install anything extra. That's how I have mine setup.[/QUOTE]

The PS3 by default does not allow a lot of things. PS3 Media Server bypasses them and allows them to work. It is the ultimate software for media streaming on the PS3. WMP is as basic as it gets, if the ps3 supports it by default, it'll work, otherwise no chance. Its a joke in comparison.
 
I'm surprised with the RPG recommendations no one mentioned the launch title RPG that came out first for PS3: Folklore. It is still my favorite Action RPG to date. It has a unique kind of celtic-goth? atmosphere, two distinct main characters with a wide variety of downloadable wardrobes and storylines, and a customizable combo-based battle system. And it also uses the motion sensor of the Sixaxis/Dual Shock 3 controller to a degree (You need to tilt the controller up to capture minions that increase your fighting abilities) so Wii players should find a small degree of familiarity with it. I really hope a sequel or spiritual successor comes out one day.

Anyway the trailer's worth a thousand words. You should be able to see the trailers for Folklore from your Mac from the sites that come up when you google "playstation.com folklore" You can browse the descriptions of download content from the Playstation Store from the internet also, but it doesn't tell you the file size, or cost of the add-ons. It only shows you those details when you browse the store from the PS3.
 
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