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PS3 Firmware 2.40 Pulled
PS3 Firmware

It looks like Sony is having pretty widespread issues with their new 2.40 firmware update, which was supposed to usher in their Achievement Trophy System and Xbox Guide In-Game XMB.  It has apparently been bricking enough PS3's to justify removing it from the update servers.  I guess they should have used more discretion with what they copied from Microsoft, as it was probably not smart to implement a software version of the RROD.  Check below for the details, curtosy of Kotaku.

 

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The release of PlayStation 3 firmware 2.40 last night seems to have caused a wide number of issues for those who updated to the new release, as we reported earlier. It now appears that Sony has since pulled the newest update, reverting back to firmware 2.36 as the most recent available version. We were just prompted to download version 2.36 after having skipped the most recent pair of PS3 software updates.

This may be a temporary move to prevent more widespread reliability issues. We are awaiting confirmation on the move from Sony and will update when we hear back.

Thanks to Eddie H for the quick tip.

Update: SCEA has gotten back to us to let us know they are "looking into it."

 
Via [ Kotaku ]


XLink Kai v7.4 BETA

XLink Kai


Team XLink has just released a new version of XLink Kai, a program that allows you to play System Link and Ad Hoc games globally over the internet.  The best thing is, its absolutely free!

 

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What's the point?

XLink Kai(info) 7.4 began a few months ago to address the following issues:
1. Internationalization - the existing Kai UI does not support many languages and character encodings.
2. Platform Independence - Linux and OS X client software is no longer feature compatible with the Windows client
3. Unified Development - numerous versions and variants of the engine and client exist creating compatibility issues and fragmented development/support.

Team XLink prides itself as a 'Global Community' of gamers. To us, this means people who speak different languages, who use different Operating Systems, and who live all over the globe should be able to connect with one another and make Team XLink their home. Our year to year userbase growth and concurrent player statistics tells us we've been making excellent strides towards our global ambitions. Still, to truly move forward with the project, we need to address infrastructure and compatibility issues so that we have a solid platform that encourages further growth. Kai 7.4 addresses these issues and provides a solid foundation for future plan that simply would not be possible with the previous versions of Kai.

So what's new?

The biggest change to Kai is somewhat invisible--the code. Kai was designed primarily as a Windows-based system with compatibility for Linux/OS X (and other *nix systems) added later through the Kaid project and numerous third-party clients. This created a rift in development where any features added to the Windows Engine and Client needed to be added to Kaid and the third-party clients needed to be updated. A small change in the Windows client required all the other clients to be updated. Updates to the Windows engine (ex: new PSP MAC addresses) required Kaid be updated. As developer interest in Kaid and the many clients waned, it has become increasingly difficult to add any new features without breaking existing compatibility for those not using Windows. To address this, Kai 7.4 uses a single codebase and non-proprietary libraries so that the same code that compiles the Windows binary also compiles under Linux, OS X, BSD, etc. This required removing all the MFC code from Kai and replacing it with platform-independent alternatives like the Boost and wxWidgets libraries. With this unified codebase, future updates and changes will be made available on all supported Operating Systems at the same time.

The most visible change found in Kai 7.4 is the Client Web UI. Instead of designing multiple User Interfaces for every supported OS and every language we decided to drawn on the strength of existing cross-platform technology: the web browser. The Kai 7.4 engine contains a small web server which serves the client to your web browser (Safari, Firefox, Internet Explorer(info), etc.) and communication between the web browser and the Engine is achieved using Ajax programming. Aside from the obvious elimination of platform compatibility issues, switching to a browser-based client has some wonderful side effects:
1. Updates and additions to the client are served immediately without the need to restart the Engine.
2. The client is 'skinable' allowing users to develop and share their own customizations.
3. Kai can integrate other web technologies such as streaming audio and video.
4. Kai can be controlled using embedded systems with compatible web browsers (ex: iPhone).
5. The Kai engine can be accessed and controlled remotely via the web browser ( chat from work/school )

Another notable improvement found in Kai 7.4 is the support for uPnP routers. Most modern routers support uPnP allowing on-the-fly port mapping. When started behind a uPnP router, Kai just works--no port forwarding or router configuration required.

Lastly, all language has been stripped out of both the Engine and the Web UI Client and replaced with language templates. Currently, English and Japanese translations are available; however, support for Korean, Spanish, and many other languages are being added as translation becomes available through the community.


Via [ Team XLink ]
PS3 In-Game XMB, No More Rumors

Sony has just now put two thoroughly explanitory videos in their blog regarding the newest firmware update to the Playstaition 3.  For a long time there have been many rumors about in-game XMB and they've been confirmed now. 

 

Another great new thing they've added to the firmware is a trophy system which allows users to unlcok trophies by completing tasks in specific games, similar to Xbox 360 achievements.  Along with this a new feature has been added to the player proflie called ranking.  Basically the trophies you get contribute to your ranking.

 

The two videos they released completely explain all aspects of the new firmware and they're worth the watch so I highly reccomend that you watch them and enlighten yourselves on everything that the new firmware has to offer.

 

 

I'll try to get the videos up here, but for now, here are the links:

 

Video #1 ---> Smile

 

Video #2 ---> Smile (Scroll down to the middle of the page)

 

 

This is a huge step forward for the PS3 and will its features will be an asset in the future.  For more questions be sure to visit the official PS3 blog.

 

Visit the official blog ---> Cool

 

 
Rock Band 2 Announced

Rock Band 2 Logo

The first details are emerging about Rock Band 2, and it looks like EA and Harmonix are doing a lot of things right with the sequel. This proves to be a welcomed change of pace from some of EA's other franchises (*cough*, *cough*, Madden).  It looks the game will be hitting the 360 this September, followed by the Wii, PS3, and PS2 versions "later in the year".

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1. Better Hardware
According to Harmonix: "Quieter, more realistic, and more reliable instruments..."

2. Third Party Hardware
"We're also actively welcoming new peripheral makers to make instruments for our game. Just like real instruments, we want players to be able to choose what instruments they use..."

3. Backwards Compatibility
Songs you purchased for Rock Band will work for Rock Band 2. Future Rock Band songs will work for both games.

4. More Meaning
"We have several new modes that not only provide new ways for you to experience your music library, but also new ways for you to transition from Expert to real instruments..."

 
Backwards compatibility is a huge plus, and to me a definite advantage over Guitar Hero IV. It's good to finally see the songs I buy not become a complete waste when I sell the old game to buy the sequel (I'm looking at you, Guitar Hero II). Plus, with the "quieter, more realistic, and reliable instruments" (read: We added a sunburst to the guitar.), I may actually spend more time playing my drums/guitar, and less time sending them in for repair. I'm sold.

Really though, more meaning? If Harmonix ever really wants to create a true parallel between the Rock Band guitar and the real guitar, they're gonna need a bit more than five buttons. But hey, I'll give them the benefit of the doubt with the "transition from Expert to real instruments..." thing. They did a pretty damn good job making the guitar look "real" this time around, so I suppose anything is possible.

 

Rock Band II Guitar

Via [ Gizmodo ]
PS3 OFW v2.36 released

  

 

Sony has announced their newest firmware release v2.36.  And the only change they had to talk about was: "System stability during use of some PLAYSTATION®3 format software has been improved." 
Rainbow Six: Vegas 2 - DLC
The Fan Pack includes an Update for the game and DLC (downloadable content). The first thing that may come to mind is: “Is this free?” Yes it is, including the DLC. This pack will be available via Xbox Live Marketplace, PlayStation Network and ubi.com in July 2008.


*** Update Features ***

New Ranks
An additional 99 Elite Ranks have been added for bragging rights. For those of you who are already Elite, you may have noticed that your XP continued to accumulate while playing. Once you have the update, your XP will automatically be applied towards the new Elite ranks, so it is possible that you have already ranked up multiple times past Elite.

New A.C.E.S.
A total of 100 A.C.E.S. are available for each category: Marksman, CQB and Assault. Each A.C.E.S. level past 20 will reward you with 5000 XP that applies to your rank. For players who have already reached A.C.E.S. 20 and continued to collect A.C.E.S. points, you will be happy to know that the update will automatically advance you to the level you have earned. For example, if you have enough A.C.E.S. points to reach Marksman 25, you will automatically be at Marksman 25 and earn 25000 (5000 x 5) towards your next Rank.

Grenade Indicator
When you are within the damage radius of a Frag or Incendiary grenade, an indicator will appear on-screen telling you which direction it is. The indicator can show multiple grenades at once.

Weapons & Gadgets Balancing
Here are a couple of notes about Weapons and Gadgets:
• Explosion delay of the incendiary grenade has been increased
• Detonation speed of the C4 has been slightly increased
• Increased the damage of Sniper Rifles at long range
• Increased the base accuracy of the Light Machine Guns
• Adjusted the rate of fire for some of the Assault Rifles, Shotguns and an SMG
• Sped up the time it takes to zoom in & out with weapons, making it more responsive

To better clarify: the zoom for all firearms have been significantly sped-up and you can now fire DURING the zoom transition.

Respawns in Team Deathmatch – Host Option
An added host option has been added for Random Respawns. Random Respawns OFF will play like the classic Versus style where each team spawns in their designated Alpha or Bravo base. Random Respawns ON will have your players spawn randomly throughout the map after they die the first time.

Voice Chat – Host Option
Added as a host option for Player Match & System Link, players now have the option to talk to their team mates while dead.

Score in Deathmatch
Displayed on the bottom left of the HUD in Deathmatch, players can now see their score along with the top opponent’s score.

Team Leader - Spawn Change
Players now respawn next to the leader by default, unless players specifically choose to spawn back at the base.

Show Dead Players in Lobby
Players who no longer have lives remaining will now have a skull icon displayed next to their name in the pause menu.

Terrorist Hunt Spawning
Terrorists will no longer spawn right in front of you or behind you, or in a room you just cleared.


* * * * *

High Stakes Setting
High Stakes is a host option for every Versus mode that really pushes tactical gameplay to the next level. Here’s a detailed description of High Stakes:

Limited HUD (High Stakes)
The Radar is disabled. Enemies will not be visible on the Tactical Map (back button on 360/select button on PS3). Grenade indicator is disabled.

Health System (High Stakes)
Health regen is disabled. If you are shot and close to death, you’ll enter a visual state of critical health (screen turns monochromatic).

Cover System (High Stakes)
The cover system as been changed in High-Stakes mode to encourage players to peek instead of pop-n-shoot. The camera has been moved so your character cannot look past their cover unless they expose themselves around a corner.

Weapons & Gadgets (High Stakes)
Aim Assistance has been completely disabled. Bullet spread has also been increased when not zoomed-in (you will notice your crosshair indicators are much wider when not in zoom). Realistically, a person holding a gun would have better aim when zoomed-in than when he’s walking around. This encourages players to really take aim instead of run-n-gun. Also remember that the zoom time has been sped-up and you can now fire WHILE you zoom in and out. Players now have less ammunition (1 for each gadget you choose and less clips for your guns) so you really need to play conservatively and rely on precision use of ammo.

Kill Camera & Friendly Fire (High Stakes)
Kill Camera is always disabled and Friendly fire is always enabled.

*** DLC ***


THREE FREE MAPS
There are three maps included in the free DLC: Murdertown – Dark, CQB Training – Dark and best of all the much-requested fan favourite Calypso Casino! The three map layouts have not been changed. The re-lit “Dark maps” have a very eerie atmosphere, and may require players to use night vision to spot enemies. Calypso Casino returns with updated lighting and textures. The three maps are playable in all Versus modes and Terrorist Hunt.

 

 

source: http://rainbowsixgame.us.ubi.com


Rumor: Guitar Hero - Metallica

This would probably qualify as "old news", but with the recent release of Guitar Hero: Aerosmith, I figured I'd refresh this leak of sorts regarding the next band to get Activition's exclusive treatment.  Plus, being a big Metallica fan myself, I kinda felt obligated...

 

 An Activision filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission contains confirmation that the company is planning to release a Metallica version of the massively popular Guitar Hero game in early 2009, ending months of speculation about which band would be featured next.

 

Gaming sites are already abuzz with the news, but it was actually uncovered by a somewhat unlikely character: Edward Woo, a securities analyst for Wedbush Morgan Securities. The sentence he unearthed reads, "In fiscal 2009, we plan to publish Guitar Hero: On Tour for the NDS; Guitar Hero: Aerosmith, Guitar Hero: Metallica, and Guitar Hero IV across multiple platforms."

 

The Aerosmith version of the game had already been announced, but this is marks the first time Activision has confirmed -- however unintentionally -- that Metallica will be the next band to receive the full-on Guitar Hero treatment.

 

Metallica's blazing riffs make them a natural fit for the game, and the group has shown a newfound willingness to leverage the internet. Hetfield, Ulrich and co. launched a Mission: Metallica site to reach out to fans and draw them in with free pre-release audio clips and in-studio video footage.

 

However, Mission: Metallica faced a major backlash from fans who called its effort "too little too late" and said they would buy the next Metallica album just in order to share it online.

 

Some fans of the band came to its defense; they may have to do so again if Guitar Hero: Metallica elicits a similar reaction when it's released (before the end of March 2009, according to the filing).

 

If I were Lars Ulrich, I'd tell Activision to add a tongue-in-cheek mission to Guitar Hero: Metallica in which the band slowly progresses from fighting the internet to realizing that it represents a way forward. Maybe at the end of the mission, the band could release a videogame similar to this one.

 

One way or the other, Metallica (and, by extension, Activision), need to address the continuing PR problem that began when Ulrich rode the elevator to Napster's headquarters with those printouts of Metallica-sharing Napster users.

 

A friend of mine was in that elevator at the time, and he said the mood was pretty tense; maybe it's time for Metallica to exorcise the Napster demon by acknowledging the problem, poking a bit of fun at itself and dissolving that tension once and for all.

 

Via [ WIRED ]
Brewology is Back!
Well sorry we were gone. Please be patient with the staff as we go through new updates.  The Brew should be back up for a few weeks unless we come across more needed fixes. At least we can add more news for you now. Wink
News Back Up!

 

 

Well we are back! Thanks to MonkeyMaximus (I bother that man constantly for you members) the news maker is back up. Over the past week or so when we tried to post some news it would give a file permission error. Now it is fixed

so expect some updates on all of your favorite consoles. Cool

 

BKF/ Staff 06-13-2008
RIP 80GB Motorstorm PS3 Bundle

Sony has now officially announced that they have discontinued the production of the Motorstrom 80GB bundle.  But don't fret, they're coming out with the new and improved 80GB system.  This brute comes with the snazzy Dualshock 3 controller and a copy of Metal Gear Solid: Guns of the Patriots.  The cost for this bad boy is a somewhat painful $500. {Thanks uberusmaximus}

untitled-8-1.jpg picture by imagehack ---"What you mean, you're firing me?"


April NPD statistics are in

next gen consoles

The National Purchase Diary released their monthly sales report, with only 1,969,800 next generation consoles sold. The Nintendo Wii was in first at 714,000 sales, 36% of all sales that month. Nintendo DS sold 414,800, and the PSP sold 192,700. The Xbox 360 was fourth place this time, at 188,000. The PS3 ranked fifth with only 187,100, very much less than expected. Though many estimates for sales were off by large numbers, it was a good month for Nintendo and the Wii.

[source: qj.net]
Resistance 2 @ PlayStation Day


The latest episode of Insomniac's "Full Moon Show" podcast, indicate that a playable build of Resistance 2 will be available for press at PlayStation Day. Unfortunately, no video of the game will be made available after the event, leaving you to snack on only a collection of screenshots and hands-on impressions before June 13th. We'll be at the event and will endeavor to bring you those all-important screenies and our own hands on impressions of the game as soon as possible.

PlayStation Day occurs on Tuesday, May 6th so be sure to check back here for full coverage of the event.

[Resource Kyle]


Playstation Store May 1 updates

A slew of new content was added to the Playstation Store for PSP and PS3 owners yesterday.
Here's what Sony has given us: 

Downloadable Games

  • echochrome (US$ 9.99)
Add-on Game Content
  • Rock Band
    • “Zero” - Smashing Pumpkins (US$ 1.99)
    • “Time-Sick Son of a Grizzly Bear” - The Mother Hips (US$ 1.99)
    • “Red Tandy” - The Mother Hips (US$ 1.99)
  • Karaoke Revolution Presents: American Idol Encore (US$1.49 each)
    • “(You Make Me Feel Life) A Natural Woman” - Aretha Franklin
    • “Against All Odds” - Phil Collins
    • “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” - Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell
    • “Ain’t Nothing Life the Real Thing” - Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell
    • “Ain’t Too Proud to Beg” - Temptations
    • “Alone” - Heart
    • “Always Something There to Remind Me” - Naked Eyes
    • “American Woman - Lenny Kravitz
    • “Born to be Wild” - Steppenwolf
    • “Careless Whisper” - Wham
    • “Complicated” - Avril Lavigne
    • “Crazy Little Thing Called Love” - Queen
    • “Do I Make You Proud” - Taylor Hicks
    • “Do You Really Want to Hurt Me” - Culture Club
    • “Every Rose Has its Thorn” - Poison
    • “Flashdance…What a Feeling” - Irene Cara
    • “Greatest Love of All” - Whitney Houston
    • “Here I Go Again” - Whitesnake
    • “I Got You Babe” - Sonny & Cher
    • “If I Ain’t Got You” - Alicia Keys
    • “I’m Coming Out” - Diana Ross
    • “It’s Your Love” - Tim McGraw & Faith Hill
    • “Just the Way You Are” - Billy Joel
    • “Ladies Night” - Kool & the Gang
    • “Let’s Get it On” - Marvin Gaye
    • “Love Will Keep Us Together” - Captain & Tennille
    • “My Girl” - Temptations
    • “New York
    • "New York” - Frank Sinatra
    • “On the Road Again” - Willy Nelson
    • “Photograph” - Nickelback
    • “Proud Mary” - Creedance Clearwater
    • “Respect” - Aretha Franklin
    • “Stand By Your Man” - Tammy Wynette
    • “Straight Up” - Paula Abdul
    • “Sugar, We’re Goin’ Down” - Fall Out Boy
    • “Taking Care of Business” - Bachman Turner Overdrive
    • “The First Cut is the Deepest” - Sheryl Crow / Rod Stewart
    • “The Real Thing” - Bo Bice
    • “When the Sun Goes Down” - Kenny Chesney & Uncle Kracker
    • “Who Can it be Now?” - Men At Work
    • “You and Me” - Lifehouse
    • “You’re My Best Friend” - Queen
Game Demos
  • Dark Sector (free)
Game Videos (free)
  • echochrome Trailer
  • Battlefield Bad Redford Blog
  • Kung Fu Panda Trailer
  • Dead Space Announcement Trailer
  • Dead Space Ship Date Trailer
  • Turok “Bring It” Trailer
  • Turok - “Kane” Gameplay Trailer
  • NBA Ballers: Chosen One TV Spot
  • Wyclef’s “Fast Car” Music Video
PS3 Wallpaper
  • echochrome Wallpapers (x4)
  • Kung Fu Panda Wallpapers (x3)
PLAYSTATION STORE for PC (PSP)

Downloadable Games
  • echochrome (US$ 9.99) (also downloadable via PS3)
Game Videos (free)
  • echochrome Trailer
  • Wyclef’s “Fast Car” Music Video
PSP Wallpaper (free)
  • echochrome Wallpapers (x4)

Quite a lot, no? Enjoy! :).
GTA IV the most expensive game ever?
The newest Grand Theft Auto game took a long time to make, and apparently, it was the most expensive. Rockstar Games let slip that the game supposedly cost $100 million to make. This breaks the previous record of $70 million. This massive figure is a sign of the video game industry's expansion, and a good reason not to pirate games. Funny thing is, Rockstar has gained all that money back (probably doubled it) in less then these 2 days.
Metal Gear now live in all areas

snake.jpg picture by imagehack

 

For a long time now, Metal Gear players have been waiting for the Metal Gear Online Premiere Beta kick-off.  Unfortunately their joy has been delayed because of a patch that Konami has been installing. 

 

The wait is now over. Users in all regions can now triumphantly log on to the MGO servers and play their eyes out.  As promised, it will start with the players creating their own characters and customizing their stats.  Have fun. 


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