News Update – November 17, 2009

Here is a Tekken news update:

• IAMTEKKEN’s LEVEL UP YOUR GAME: Episode 1! (Source: I Am Tekken)
• T6: Art of Standing (Source: NeoRussell.com)
• Tekken 6 PSP Update – Game Modes and More (Source: Gamespot)
• Tekken 6 Hands-on (Source: IGN)
• PlayStation 3 Firmware (v3.10) Update Preview (Source: PlayStation Blog)
• adhocParty for PSP Available Soon (Source: PlayStation Blog).  It looks like those who purchase Tekken: Dark Resurrection and Tekken 6 for the PSP will be able to play others online, but only if you have a PS3.
• Harada: “Fighting Games Aren’t Really Tailored To Online Play” (Source: Kotaku)

PSP Firmware Update (v6.10)

There is a new firmware update for the PSP being released soon in time for the release of the PSP Go.  More info is available below:
PSP Firmware Update (v6.10)

Later,
Wild Man X

PS3 Firmware Update (v3.01) now available

With the release of PS3 Firmware Update v3.00, there were various issues being reported, including the frequent freezing of Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune.

Today, the Official U.S. PlayStation Blog has announced that Firmware v3.01 is now available for download and “is an optional update that improves system stability during use of some PlayStation 3 format software.”

PSP Firmware (v6.00) Update

The U.S. PlayStation Blog has announced that firmware version 6.00 will be released for the PSP soon.  More information is available below:
http://blog.us.playstation.com/2009/09/psp-firmware-v6-00-update/

PS3 Firmware 3.00 Q&A

The European PlayStation Blog has answered some common questions about Firmware update 3.00 for the PS3.  Link is available below:
http://blog.eu.playstation.com/2009/09/08/firmware-3-00-qa/

PlayStation 3 Firmware (v3.00) Update

Today, the Official U.S. PlayStation Blog has revealed some new features that will be included in the PS3’s next firmware update.  This includes:

• “What’s New” – The “Information Board” will be replaced with a “What’s New” section, which allows you to enjoy interactive PlayStation news every time you start the PS3 system. Located under the PlayStation Network icon, “What’s New” displays the latest and greatest game, video, PlayStation Network and PlayStation news and releases, as well as your recently played games, in a sleek, new animated format.
• Status Indicator – In the top right corner we’ve added an indicator bar, which displays your user icon, friend icon, the number of friends you have online and a small message icon to let you know if you have any new messages. The indicator also includes a scrolling ticker that features the latest news from PlayStation Network. In addition, when you press the PS button, the battery life indicator will no longer cover up the clock.
• Friends List – Now your PlayStation Network friends will appear in a slightly redesigned format on your Friends List. Also, messages will now be viewable from each of your friends’ respective profiles.
• PlayStation Store Shortcuts – We’ve added a handy shortcut icon to the PlayStation Store under both the Game and Video categories so you can access the latest content quickly and easily.
• Personalization – Personalize your PS3 with new dynamic custom themes and avatars. Dynamic themes as well as free and premium avatars will be available through PlayStation Store. A dynamic theme takes your screen to a whole new level as it incorporates animated objects into the background.
• Trophies – Showcasing your hard earned trophies just got better. Update 3.00 gives game developers the ability to modify how they display trophies for add-on content. Base and add-on game trophies will continue to be combined into a single list so you can see where you stand in a game as a whole. Within that list, trophies will be broken out into subcategories—base trophies and add-on trophies—that way, you can easily view the percentage of your base game trophy collection, and separately track your trophy progress in add-on packs. Look for this enhancement to be included in upcoming games.