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[Noodles]

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Spoiler: Info

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In preparation for tomorrow's announcement, Sony Playstation have released a video which looks back at the evolution of Playstation games and how they pushed the boundaries of play with their innovative titles.

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You can watch a global livestream broadcast of the PlayStation Meeting this Wednesday (February 20th, 2013) starting at 6:00pm EST, 3:00pm PST and 11:00pm GMT at these links...

US: https://us.playstation.com/meeting2013/
UK: http://uk.playstation.com/meeting2013/

UPDATE:

A press release reveals the machine will include an 8-core 64-bit x86 "Jaguar" CPU developed by AMD and a Radeon GPU with the capability of terrorizing televisions with 1.84 TFLOPS of gaming goodness.

PlayStation 4 includes a Blu-ray drive that spins game discs a brisk 6X and 8X for DVDs. Additional specs in the release note the, already revealed, 8GB of unified GDDR5 RAM along with 802.11n WiFi capability, USB 3.0 ports, Bluetooth 2.1 and ports for optical audio, HDMI and even legacy analog AV hook-ups. Though the console will have internal storage, Sony did not detail its size.

Sony's plan is to launch its new PlayStation 4 console this holiday season. No specific date or price was revealed during the reveal event.

The PS4's main features include:

• - New DualShock 4 controller with built in touchpad
• - Dramatically improved graphics and processing power
• - Based on same X86 chips used in desktop computer to help game developers
• - 3D camera that can track the controller, and the player
• - Games can also be played on Sony's Vita handheld console

The future of PlayStation is all about great games and entertainment, and at PlayStation Meeting 2013, we brought some of the brightest and most creative minds from the development community on stage to unveil the games that will define PS4. A partial initial lineup for PlayStation 4 includes first-party games from Guerilla Games (Killzone: Shadow Fall), Sucker Punch (inFamous Second Son), Evolution Studios (Driveclub), and Japan Studio (Knack), as well as titles from our partners such as Activision/Bungie (Destiny), Blizzard Entertainment (Diablo III), Capcom (Deep Down), and Ubisoft (Watch_Dogs). PlayStation also reinforced its commitment to self-publishing and the independent development community by having Jonathan Blow onstage who gave a sneak peek of his upcoming title The Witness. Finally, the incredible minds at Media Molecule and Quantic Dream gave glimpses of their conceptualization process and the future of gameplay with some remarkable footage. We only scratched the surface at the event, and will have many more exciting titles to come.

Our next generation console will change the way you interact with friends while you play. PlayStation 4 lets you instantly share images and videos of your favorite gameplay moments on Facebook with a single press on the DUALSHOCK 4 controller’s “share” button. You can also broadcast while you play in real-time through Ustream, allowing friends to comment or jump into your game in new ways.

With PlayStation 4 we also want you to access your games quicker than ever before. PS4’s “suspend mode” eliminates the load time on your saved game and allows you to immediately return to where you left off by pressing the power button. PlayStation 4’s background downloading and updating capability also allows you to immediately play digital titles as they download, or update the system when the hardware is powered off.

DUALSHOCK 4 adopts the familiar form factor of the DUALSHOCK 3 wireless controller with some key enhancements:

• - Motion control is enabled by a new highly sensitive six-axis sensor
• - Dual analog sticks fine-tuned for better precision plus improved surface materials and shape for more delicate manipulation
• - L2/R2 buttons on the top of the controller employ a curved design for easier, smoother interaction
• - A new “Options” button combines the functions of the DUALSHOCK 3’s “Select” and “Start” buttons for operating in-game menus

You can see more images of the new DUALSHOCK 4 controller here.

 

[Lukesablade]

And as if by magic they have just replied!

What did they say & what game have you gone for?

I'm still on the fence about getting 2 controllers from them,great price but would I get them day one???

 

[cooey]

They said they will cancel the game from my order and I can re-order whatever game I choose as a separate order.

I think I'll go for Fifa 14 as no other game really piques my interest for the launch titles.

 

[Lukesablade]

That's not bad,i had fifa,killzone,driveclub & watchdogs on preorder but I will most likely cancel DC & WD.I have been tempted with assassin creed 4 & injustice/COD,but I think i would just be getting them for the sake of it.Theres way more than enough on PSN to be going on with.

 

[cooey]

Yeah, the main ones I want are COD and Watch Dogs but seeing as how Watch Dogs has been postponed until next Spring there's not really any other launch titles that take my fancy. I also noticed that Drive Club has been postponed until the new year

 

[Xavier]

Target is now apparently going to now honor the systems it cancelled and also credit a $100 GC to the trouble it caused its customers........

 

[Sixteenvolt420]

PS4 Day One Firmware Update Announced. 300MB
http://blog.us.playstation.com/2013/10/25/ps4-syst...




We wanted to shed some light on system software update version 1.50 for PS4, which will launch simultaneously with the system’s official North American launch on November 15th, 2013. By updating to system software version 1.50, you’ll be able to experience a variety of new features in addition to the basic functions of PS4.

The system software update 1.50 is approximately 300 MB, and will include the following features:

Remote Play
Users will be able to access PS4 titles displayed on their living room TVs and play them on a PS Vita system over Wi-Fi networks by using PS4 Link (Depending on network environment or titles, remote play performance may vary outside of the home). We anticipate that most PS4 titles will be playable on the PS Vita system through Remote Play. The latest PS Vita system software version, to be released soon, will be required to use PS4 Link.


Second Screen
Users can use the PS4 Link application for the PS Vita system, and PlayStation App for iPhone, iPad, and Android-based smartphones and tablets, to use these devices as second screens in supported titles. PlayStation App has the ability to enable users to interact with games with their mobiles devices. For example on The Playroom, a title pre-installed in all PS4 systems that requires PlayStation Camera, users can draw pictures on their mobile device screens and flick them towards the TV. The images then appear as a 3D object within the game.


Record, take screenshots, and upload gameplay effortlessly
The PS4 system provides dedicated, “always on” video encoding systems that enables seamless uploading of gameplay. Users can share their epic triumphs by simply hitting the Share button on DualShock 4, take screenshots or scan through the last 15 minutes of gameplay, tag it and return to the game—the video uploads as the user plays. At the PS4 system’s launch in North America, users will be able to share their images and videos with friends on Facebook and screenshots with followers on Twitter, though users will need to sign up for individual accounts to use Facebook and Twitter.


Broadcast and spectate gameplay
The PS4 system also enhances social spectating by enabling users to broadcast their gameplay in real-time to game fans around the globe, using Ustream and Twitch live internet streaming services (users will need to sign up for individual accounts to use Ustream and Twitch). There are two ways for users to view live broadcasts. First, the Live from PlayStation application on PS4 aggregates streams from all PlayStation users. Second, users can spectate friends’ PS4 gameplay from PCs, and applications such as Ustream, Twitch, and browsers, which are installed on their mobile devices. These applications can be easily started up via PlayStation App, and users can also use these applications to post comments to gameplay broadcasts. Furthermore, users with PlayStation Camera can stream camera images and microphone sounds along with their live gameplay broadcast.


Play as you download
This feature enables users to play supported digital titles as they are being downloaded. The time it takes to begin playing will vary depending on game data size and network environments, and not all titles will support this feature When a game is purchased, users can start playing after PS4 downloads a portion of the data, while the rest of the game is downloaded in the background during actual gameplay. Games may be downloaded in stand-by mode.


Multi log-in
A maximum of four users can log-in to a single PS4 system simultaneously. These players can use their own save data to play games, and also earn trophies on their own Sony Entertainment Network accounts even when playing a multiplayer game together on a single PS4 system.


Party (Voice chat)
By using the Mono Headset bundled with the PS4 system, users will be able to chat with up to eight friends enjoying different applications or games. Furthermore, users can use Party to chat between PS4 and PS Vita systems.


Face recognition and voice commands
Users with PlayStation Camera will be able to register their facial image onto their PS4 system, and login to their system using facial recognition instead of DualShock 4. Furthermore, users can use either the microphone of the Mono Head set connected to DualShock 4, or PlayStation Camera to navigate through the PS4 home screen (PlayStation Dynamic Menu) with voice commands to start up games and shutdown the system, among other features; please refer to PS4’s online manual for recognizable voice commands.


Background music player
Users can enjoy gameplay while listening to music in the background with Music Unlimited, a cloud-based digital music service. Users can also voice chat with friends while listening to music. Learn more about Music Unlimited here.


Online Multiplayer
PlayStation Plus members will be able to play PS4 titles online with other players via the network. PS Plus makes it easy for members to join available online multiplayer matches in a variety of ways, including the ability to easily join a game from a live stream broadcast or Party voice chats.


Blu-ray Disc and DVD player
Users can enjoy not only gaming on their PS4 system, but also Blu-ray and DVD video contents. When using for the first time, users must connect to the internet to activate this feature.


Some features will not be available at launch, such as “suspend/resume mode” which is a feature that keeps the PS4 system in a low power state and promptly takes users back to their game. We will provide additional information about system software update version 1.50 and features available at the PS4 system’s North America launch, and features that will be available after launch, in the near future.

 

[dboy99]

So the update will pretty much bring the console to life?Got it.

 

[Xavier]

Oh wow did not really expect that at all. Well at least its not a huge file.

 

[Sixteenvolt420]

It appears that the launch edition ps4 will include 2 dualshock 4 controllers already packed in. My Amazon order was updated to show this, and i confirmed it through chat with an Amazon rep. Looks like i'll be returning my extra dualshock 4, after it arrives.

 

[digitalbabe]

It appears that the launch edition ps4 will include 2 dualshock 4 controllers already packed in. My Amazon order was updated to show this, and i confirmed it through chat with an Amazon rep. Looks like i'll be returning my extra dualshock 4, after it arrives.

That is pretty cool-usually they try to make you buy the 2nd one, right?


::: Staff/Community Manager :::

 

[Sixteenvolt420]

That is pretty cool-usually they try to make you buy the 2nd one, right?


::: Staff/Community Manager :::

Correct, and i already did when i ordered my system way back in June, since it only showed 1 controller was included at that time. The rep i chatted with said that i'm better off just returnung the extra controller that i bought, after it arrives, as if i try to remove it from my order before hand, it may change my current spot in line for the ps4.

 

[BlueCali]

Correct, and i already did when i ordered my system way back in June, since it only showed 1 controller was included at that time. The rep i chatted with said that i'm better off just returnung the extra controller that i bought, after it arrives, as if i try to remove it from my order before hand, it may change my current spot in line for the ps4.

This is false. It just redirects to Dualshock bundle when you click the link. You will only get one controller.

Sent from my Samsung Galaxy S4

 

[Sixteenvolt420]

It's still strange that it goes to the ds4 bundle when there's still a listing for the regular launch edition, that i actually ordered. I should've known that it was too good to be true and that the rep probably didn't know what he was talking about.

 

[Wreck]

ive been out the loop ....

so the ps4 really doesnt play ps3 games?

 

[BlueCali]

ive been out the loop ....

so the ps4 really doesnt play ps3 games?

Correct. Which is why the price is so good.

Sent from my Samsung Galaxy S4

 

[Wreck]

k read it a few times the last few days but been like .... whoa.

got my day 1 so im good, but guess I might as well start getting rid of ps3 games.

 

[Sixteenvolt420]

That's while i'll be hanging onto my PS3 for a few months, since there are still ps3 games that i need to play through.

 

[BlueCali]

That's while i'll be hanging onto my PS3 for a few months, since there are still ps3 games that i need to play through.

Yep. While the pickings are slim. I am hoping to bust through my backlog a little bit.


Sent from my Samsung Galaxy S4

 

[sunnyx]

Not impressed PS3 games don't wok for PS4. I probably just keep the PS3 anyway for the Blu-ray.

 

[darczap]

It's pretty nonsensical that the PS4 will not be backwards compatible. Most people who are buying the PS4 are repeat customers, so, they've owned the PS, PS2, PS3 (at least this is my case). To say, no, you can't play the previous consoles games on the latest console is stupid. It's not like I went out running to buy PS2 games when the PS3 came out. It was all PS3 all the time, but I did enjoy playing some of my old PS2 games. With the PS4, we're either forced to keep our PS3's, or just dump all of our games and our console. I would have preferred to keep the games and dump the console. Now I need to make room to fit my PS4 in the mix. I think I may finally officially retire my HDDVD player to make room for the PS4