[Oregon]

Do you get additional invites for friends when you are admitted into the beta? or how else does someone have extra invites?

I wouldn't mind an invite too if someone has one, really need that external HDD support since my 2TB internal is almost full by now...

No, but sometimes people have extra (registered for beta under multple psnid)

But you can share the firmware via a burner account. Im in the list at GAF, but it takes a while.

I want that boost mode.

We could get a burner going here, but we need 1 guy with the firmware.

[Electroplasm]

No, but sometimes people have extra (registered for beta under multple psnid)

But you can share the firmware via a burner account. Im in the list at GAF, but it takes a while.

I want that boost mode.

We could get a burner going here, but we need 1 guy with the firmware.

what do u mean by a burner account? Can the firmware just be uploaded to a dropbox or something and someone else can download it? I know how to update ps4 firmware by usb stick. Or is a burner account sonething else entirely?

[Oregon]

what do u mean by a burner account? Can the firmware just be uploaded to a dropbox or something and someone else can download it? I know how to update ps4 firmware by usb stick. Or is a burner account sonething else entirely?

Guy with beta code logs on new account. Then deletes the account, then sends creds to guy without fw, they logon, get prompt to d/l firmware, d/l firmware, then deletes the burner and sends it to the next guy.

From GAF.

If you have an extra code, read this!!

Apparently, you can SHARE the firmware. You can create another account, put the firmware on there, then share the details of that account to other people so they can download it.

So you can still download the firmware, then pass it along.

This guy at gaf layed it out faq well. http://www.neogaf.co...&postcount=3465

But maybe original guy needs an extra.

[Electroplasm]

Guy with beta code logs on new account. Then deletes the account, then sends creds to guy without fw, they logon, get prompt to d/l firmware, d/l firmware, then deletes the burner and sends it to the next guy.

From GAF.


This guy at gaf layed it out faq well. http://www.neogaf.co...&postcount=3465

But maybe original guy needs an extra.

thanks hopefully u can get one and we can get a burner thread going.

[Oregon]

thanks hopefully u can get one and we can get a burner thread going.

I just d/l it via helpgaf.

If you have a neogaf account and would like in the beta PM me your gaf profile, ill send you the discord link via NeoGAF PM. You must have an active neogaf account or you cant take part.

[Electroplasm]

I just d/l it via helpgaf.

If you have a neogaf account and would like in the beta PM me your gaf profile, ill send you the discord link via NeoGAF PM. You must have an active neogaf account or you cant take part.

no i dont have an account there. I think they just sat on my request from yrs ago. I dont even read their forums anymore lol

[DetectiveConanA113]

To expand on what Karekano126 asked:
Does the pro have faster load/download times and is it better for VR than the slim? I also don't have a 4K tv, and don't plan on buying one so I'm unsure of which to buy.

[KillerRamen]

If developers use it, the VR games do look sharper on the PS4 Pro. The PS4 Pro is getting a boost mode for faster load times, but that shouldn't help download times. Developers can also give games an enhanced mode for 1080p games like FFXV.

The Pro also has a rear USB which would come in handy if you want to use an external hard drive when it gets external HDD support in the next update. (The Slim only has front USBs)

Even if you don't plan on buying a new TV now, I think there are benefits to getting a Pro, but it's not entirely necessary. It's up to you if it's worth the extra $100.

[eLefAdEr]

I've put off upgrading my PS4's drive since originally popping in a 750gb drive for the console's launch.  I suppose I'm glad I did wait since I already have two large external dives that will work great with this new update (which might be the best update has done for either the PS3 or PS4).  It'll be nice to have enough room for everything.  I plan to keep all my multiplayer/online games on the internal drive and everything else on the external.

[DetectiveConanA113]

Thanks KillerRamen. It definitely sounds likes it's worth the extra cash then, so I think I will go with the Pro.
I've waited this long so I don't mind waiting a bit longer for a sale, or just until I have a little more spending money.

[Síocháin Zum Subete]

I never played a Street Fighter game before so I thought I would try out SFV. I'm having a blast playing the game, the only downside is when it lags online.

[Supplice]

Sony Dropping PlayStation Now Support for PS3, PS Vita and More; Will Be Exclusively on PS4 and PC

[Síocháin Zum Subete]

Anyone up for some MKXL? Best 2-3 or 3-5?

[Vinny]

I know this is a gen PS4 thread but figure it can't hurt to ask here first. 

 

I haven't used my PS3 for quite a while and in that time, I figured the controller batteries died. 1 of them actually still had a charge but the other 2 were dead but for some reason, none of them will charge. I tried two different cables, tried hooking it up to my PS3, wall plug, and my computer... nothing. I could understand the battery not charging but they literally will not even power on while plugged into the PS3- I press the power button and nothing. 

 

Anyone know why this is? 

[Kamagii]

I know this is a gen PS4 thread but figure it can't hurt to ask here first. 

 

I haven't used my PS3 for quite a while and in that time, I figured the controller batteries died. 1 of them actually still had a charge but the other 2 were dead but for some reason, none of them will charge. I tried two different cables, tried hooking it up to my PS3, wall plug, and my computer... nothing. I could understand the battery not charging but they literally will not even power on while plugged into the PS3- I press the power button and nothing. 

 

Anyone know why this is? 

Batteries are probably fried I had the same problem with  mine are these older controllers (OG PS dualshocks? if so that is probably why) 

[Vinny]

Batteries are probably fried I had the same problem with  mine are these older controllers (OG PS dualshocks? if so that is probably why) 

Yeah, the only one that is working is the newest one I have... the other two, one is a Sixaxis and the other is the one I got with my console back in 2008. But even if the battery is fried, shouldn't the controller work if i just plug it in? 

 

EDIT* So I read somewhere that the PS3 controllers are very picky about their USB cable to charge controllers and it seems like they really are. I found another cable I had and decided to give it a try and it sure enough, my controller is finally charging. 

[deadofnight]

I just noticed we can add a cover image to our PSN profile page. I'm using a funny capture of Tracer looking at her dangling bangs. It was an image I captured by chance when resetting the start time for a recording. Maybe someday I'll work on something really nice.

[Jodou]

I just noticed we can add a cover image to our PSN profile page. I'm using a funny capture of Tracer looking at her dangling bangs. It was an image I captured by chance when resetting the start time for a recording. Maybe someday I'll work on something really nice.

Yeah, I found that a few months back and made mine a screenshot of the covenant giant wolf in Dark Souls 3.

[Blaster man]

Well Sony's E3 wasn't exactly that interesting.  There were a couple of games I'm interested in but nothing really jumped out at me or was particularly surprising.  They even had a couple of remakes/re-releases in there instead of new stuff.  At least no one got on stage and asked for kickstarter donations this year.

[Vinny]

Well Sony's E3 wasn't exactly that interesting.  There were a couple of games I'm interested in but nothing really jumped out at me or was particularly surprising.  They even had a couple of remakes/re-releases in there instead of new stuff.  At least no one got on stage and asked for kickstarter donations this year.

I thought the same thing: lots and lots of games shown so that was nice, but nothing really blew me away. God of War, Uncharted Lost Legacy, Spider Man (too many QTEs), and Days Gone all look great and pique my interest more this year after seeing more of them.. but nothing super shocking. Shadow of the Colossus Remake was surprising but I would have rather had an ICO remake. All the VR games looked pretty meh. Detroit impressed me the most but Quantic Dream games always have a habit of coming up just short of being fantastic. 

 

Also, I'm glad they didn't focus on indie games... so many fucking indie games these days and an overwhelming majority of them are too focused on unique or "retro' visuals. 

[8bitArtist]

not showing the last of us 2 makes me think itll be a 2019 game. no showing from sucker punches new exclusive game. no showing from from softwares new exclusive game. no release dates for days gone, god of war, spiderman or detroit.

 

e3 from sony and microsoft were both underwhelming.

[Jodou]

The only real surprise would have been SotC remake had it not been leaked online hours before thanks to nerds who can't stop digging through trademark filings. The presentation was great, but overall I'm not truly excited for anything. Sad as it sounds, I'm more interested to play Far Cry 5 than anything Sony is offering because I feel like Sony exclusives are all starting to blend together. Third person, check. Zombies/Monsters, check. Well crafted story, check. Don't get me wrong, I'm positive all these games will be great but it's just starting to feel repetitive with their offerings.

[Strength&defiance]

The only real surprise would have been SotC remake had it not been leaked online hours before thanks to nerds who can't stop digging through trademark filings. The presentation was great, but overall I'm not truly excited for anything. Sad as it sounds, I'm more interested to play Far Cry 5 than anything Sony is offering because I feel like Sony exclusives are all starting to blend together. Third person, check. Zombies/Monsters, check. Well crafted story, check. Don't get me wrong, I'm positive all these games will be great but it's just starting to feel repetitive with their offerings.

I agree with you the Sony presentation left a lot to be desired, specifically games that can be in my grubby little hands on a reasonable time table. I really dislike the general industry trend to tease or reveal projects too early; I don't particularly care to wait 3-5+ years with the occasional updates. I think Fallout 4's reveal was expertly handled and I would like more companies doing so.

Butttt then there's Nintendo that show's a title card with the word 'Metroid' and I'm frothing at the mouth so what do I know.

[Sir_Fragalot]

I agree with you the Sony presentation left a lot to be desired, specifically games that can be in my grubby little hands on a reasonable time table. I really dislike the general industry trend to tease or reveal projects too early; I don't particularly care to wait 3-5+ years with the occasional updates. I think Fallout 4's reveal was expertly handled and I would like more companies doing so.

Butttt then there's Nintendo that show's a title card with the word 'Metroid' and I'm frothing at the mouth so what do I know.

I can kinda forgive Nintendo because they do have a holiday lineup so teasing a few games  is not that terrible. Watching Sony's conference though was painful. Here are more looks at our games but we wont tell you when you can play them or if we do it's 2018. Seriously Sony, at least tell me what's coming out this year that I can spend money on. X-box was just as bad as Sony's conference. I would rather almost all games be like Fallout 4 or SW Battlefront 2. Gets announced this year and it's out this year. No waiting 3+ years to play a game and be disappointed.

 

So I bought that Crash remake because I never got a chance to try the Crash games. While the jumping is kinda wacky, I expected a good platformer and I received said good platformer. Can't argue about these games, they are pretty damn good even for 2017.

[Deader2818]

Sony hardly releases stuff during the holiday. Never understand why people expect that. Lets not forget the great first half of 2017.

 

Come the first half of 2018 people will again be like "omg stop sony, my poor wallet!"

[Strength&defiance]

I can kinda forgive Nintendo because they do have a holiday lineup so teasing a few games  is not that terrible. Watching Sony's conference though was painful. Here are more looks at our games but we wont tell you when you can play them or if we do it's 2018. Seriously Sony, at least tell me what's coming out this year that I can spend money on. X-box was just as bad as Sony's conference. I would rather almost all games be like Fallout 4 or SW Battlefront 2. Gets announced this year and it's out this year. No waiting 3+ years to play a game and be disappointed.

 

So I bought that Crash remake because I never got a chance to try the Crash games. While the jumping is kinda wacky, I expected a good platformer and I received said good platformer. Can't argue about these games, they are pretty damn good even for 2017.

I'd like to pick the Crash trilogy up when it's less than $20. I'm really only interested in the second and third games. 

[Thomas96]

Sony hardly releases stuff during the holiday. Never understand why people expect that. Lets not forget the great first half of 2017.

 

Come the first half of 2018 people will again be like "omg stop sony, my poor wallet!"

 

I think that's a good strategy on Sony's part.  Let the third party companies release their games during the holiday season (like they always do), and then Sony comes in January / February of the new year with their exclusives.  Exclusive or first party games should not compete directly with third party games. 

[Jodou]

Finally someone other than me said it. Sony needs to keep it diverse or they'll eventually become extinct from stagnation. They're relying far too much on indie to refresh gaming when they should be leading the charge. This is very much an 'all roads lead to Rome' situation and while I can't fault Sony for doing what they're doing, they're becoming complacent.

 

I feel like the problem is that artsy games and FPS don't sell well on PS4 so things like Last Guardian and Killzone, while appreciated by true fans, don't hit the mark. Meanwhile, story-crafted, over the shoulder games are all the rage; but what happens when "Assassin's Creed syndrome" kicks in? I'm already growing sick of the same exclusives and can't get excited for even Last of Us 2. These games, at their core, are still games no matter what feels-trip you throw on them. E3 was lethargic for it and I'm itching for a game to truly break the mold again.

 

I just hope Sony is still willing to take risks.

[RBK]

Indies has worked so well for them and was a big reason(at least according to many PS owners) why Sony was succeeding with the PS4, not sure how that hurts them.  Even MS is going the indie route it seems with their most recent E3 press conference.

[Jodou]

Indies has worked so well for them and was a big reason(at least according to many PS owners) why Sony was succeeding with the PS4, not sure how that hurts them.  Even MS is going the indie route it seems with their most recent E3 press conference.

My point is that Sony is becoming too homogenized in their lineup and complacency is what got them in trouble the first time. I love their games, but variety is the spice of life.