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PS3 firmware update 3.66 released to critical acclaim photo

I once had a glorious dream that Sony's PSN "welcome back" package would allow us to choose between six different firmware updates. That dream, sadly, never came true, but Sony's generosity is still abundant, with update 3.66 bringing sunshine into my life!

Here are the latest awesome features in this mandatory update:

  • Unnoticeable stability fixes when playing software.
  • Nothing else.

This may very well be the greatest firmware update since the last fifteen. I don't know how Sony manages to top itself, time and time again. I wish you were Jesus, Sony. You would be a better one!








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Handy's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 08:04
Handy
I don’t know how Sony makes these things so fun while keeping them on rails.

Look out Kinect!
tuoman's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 08:05
tuoman
Day one purchase for me even though I hear it's just like its predecessors.
DethLocke's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 08:06
DethLocke
Gotta keep ahead of those Haxors.
psycho terror2's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 08:11
psycho terror2
another sony exclusive!? :(
DstryrDestroyer's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 08:12
DstryrDestroyer
I have been wanting to get a PS3 just for this franchise for years. Haven't got round to it yet though.
They should make an RPG spin off called Final Firmware Fantasy 16.
MCBattery's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 08:14
MCBattery
I played 3.66 last night.
It's Way too short with absolutely no replay value. Kinda reminded me of COD.
Monodi's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 08:15
Monodi
A film nominated to five Academy awards based on a true inspiring story. With the acting talent of Jim Sterling, and planned by legendary producer Kazuo Hirai.

Critics call it "an achievement in the updating history".

"Three Point Sixty-Six".

One man. One dream. One firmware among them all.

Rated PG-17. In theaters this Winter
BoboTheMonkey's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 08:17
BoboTheMonkey
2/10

No rape jokes.
Noir Trilby's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 08:18
Noir Trilby
3.66 had a shorter single-player campaign which really disappointed me, but it did include the fun minigame of do something else whilst our hero Green Bar reached his inevitable yet strangely thrilling conclusion. Like the previous installment of Firmware Update I found the multiplayer to be superb, knowing that everyone was "in it together" in watching Green Bar show Final Fantasy XIII how a guided, linear story should be handled! 7.5/10.
Morty's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 08:27
Morty
PREORDERED!
kid23455's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 08:28
kid23455
FUCK! My internet really shitted out and it's running really slow. Now I gotta spend 5 weeks downloading this shit.
FUCK!
THEvalrog's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 08:32
THEvalrog
This is one of the reasons why the ps3 is the best console!!! take that xbox & nintendo fanboys!!!
BkV's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 08:36
BkV
I don't think I want this update, oh well, I'll go play the Sonic Generations demo.
KingSigy's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 08:40
KingSigy
Seriously? This is ridiculous.
mr korosu's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 08:44
mr korosu
old joke is old.
Sexualchocolate's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 08:49
Sexualchocolate
Old joke may well be old, but it's no less funny!

Also, this:-

"Handy
I don’t know how Sony makes these things so fun while keeping them on rails.

Look out Kinect!"
amtalx's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 08:51
amtalx
The stability fixes probably aren't unnoticeable to the people that reported them...
Loco818's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 08:58
Loco818
Wat more of nothing else :D just wat i wanted
njsykora's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 08:58
njsykora
Old joke is old, but I agree its still funny.
scouserboots's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 08:59
scouserboots
I know you hate those updates Jim, but come on, even the wonderful 360 has them and PC's. It would be good if Sony offered the choice to auto update as they do with game patches, then we could just switch on the machine and not have to wait because it auto downloaded during the time you have the PS3 switched off.
Namodacranks's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 08:59
Namodacranks
That sex scene was amazing.
TigerUppercut's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 09:04
TigerUppercut
Holy...! You guys are so original! I've never ever heard anyone make fun of PSN updates before!!! Destructoid: the home of originality.
Mr Andy Dixon's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 09:05
Mr Andy Dixon
No Sixaxis support = no sale.
Hugh G Rection's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 09:11
Hugh G Rection
Jesus 3.66
Lenigod's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 09:12
Lenigod
Not that funny
dunnace's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 09:15
dunnace
If my PS3 doesn't display at least 3 progress bars before booting a game, I have to check my internet connection, because it's probably broken.
josmeister's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 09:33
josmeister
Only Dtoid could make firmware updates so delicious
3ofDiamonds's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 09:35
3ofDiamonds
Jimpressive game. 'Nuff said. 10/10.
Havoc Fang's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 09:40
Havoc Fang
Pretty majestic. It said a lot more about post-9/11 New York than Reign Over Me, and brought me to tears at one point. But, there weren't any dinosaurs, which is a bit...questionable. But, at least it was time well spent.

8/10
Watts's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 09:41
Watts
I hope they put a little time in between sequels this time, and add something new. I feel like I just finished the last update.
JohnApocalypse's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 09:44
JohnApocalypse
This one only takes about 10 minutes
Ilostmycookie's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 10:01
Ilostmycookie
THE INNOVATION.. ITS BEAUTIFUL!
lewness's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 10:04
lewness
They didn't even have to wait a year! Look out, Madden!
Epic-Kx's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 10:13
Epic-Kx
Better than L.A. Noire.
Camiwaits's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 10:22
Camiwaits
I downloaded.

Will sit back and enjoy it now.
Excel-2011's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 10:22
Excel-2011
Please let this tired gag die.
JetSetRadioForever's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 10:35
JetSetRadioForever
This firmware update brought to you by AT&T...because we know having a PS3 you are used to the bullshit.
Alex Davies's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 10:36
Alex Davies
Stop complaining you ungrateful miserable ballbags
trsspidey's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 10:48
trsspidey
eh? I'd say stability is pretty important in gaming. Besides... when was the last time any of the consoles got a real update that actually adds FEATURES? The last one on the wii was like 08 or 09 right for sdhc cards and "running" games off it. that's about it.
djratchet's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 11:02
djratchet
Not really funny anymore. We get it, Jim. You don't like updates.
oswyn123's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 11:05
oswyn123
I heard 3.67 would come in as an HD remake with the press of a button... Soo excited!!!
Mr Andy Dixon's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 11:05
Mr Andy Dixon
@Alex Davies

It's a joke.

Laugh.
Daxelman's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 11:09
Daxelman
Please don't listen to Excel.
Xeon121's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 11:22
Xeon121
@trspidey last 360 update added paypal support. Just sayin
jawshoeuh's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 11:26
jawshoeuh
I love firmware! Man has anybody had a problem with the welcome back games? I downloaded Infamous and it's fine, but I downloaded and installed Wipeout HD twice and both times it didn't create a game icon so there's no way for me to run it... Not sure what to do about it.
quantumcatphd's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 11:28
quantumcatphd
I know Mr. Sterling is a chiseled hunk of a gentleman and the desire to read his every word is nearly overpowering. However, if one thinks these posts on Sony firmware updates are irritating, not reading the article is a valid option!
Cortes121's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 11:44
Cortes121
I'm boycotting 3.66, released too soon after 3.61

boo!
32BitSin's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 11:54
32BitSin
It was a glorious update, though I missed most of it while attending to hygienic matters. :(
JFF's Avatar - Comment posted on 06/23/2011 12:08
JFF
This is one reason of the success of portables and mobiles. You need something to do while waiting for firmware and games updating and stalling.

I myself finish Order of Ecclesia waiting for Uncharted 2 update.
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