It's still a rumor at this point, but the mighty Internet has been not so quietly rumbling about something called in-game XMB, and its connection to every firmware update the PS3 has ever had. Did you actually think that this one would be any different?
The latest word on the street has it that firmware update version 2.40 is the magic number -- and we can expect it as soon as June. According to sources quoted by IGN, that universal friend's list, trophies, and in-game messaging that PS3 owners have been jonesing over since the console was first released, will soon be a reality.
Keep in mind that we've all been down this road many times before, so keep your enthusiasm to a minimum until something concrete is announced by Sony. However, we invite you to think about the timing of this whole thing. With Metal Gear Solid 4's June release date -- Could you think of a better time than now for Sony to step up to the plate deliver a nice two-pronged attack? We can't either.
[Thanks, Adam]
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10:05 AM on 05.30.2008
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In-game XMB is just a made-up marketing tool to push out more PS3s. It's the truth. I'm an expert at these sorts of things.
We're all anxious cause communication on the PS3 is pretty frustrating. If I'm playing a game and y0j1mb0 sends me an orgy invite I can't politely decline without quitting the game. Hence all the excitement about in-game XMB.
Custom soundtrack loss ruined me on Tiger Woods now that I have a ps3. I used to kick back on a sat. and listen to my music collection while playing some golf on my 360.
Trophies and Music arn't essentials like communication is, however they remain something I sorely miss from my previous console.
My question is, will they eventually give me my points (sorry) trophies, for Drakes / Heavenly Sword / Lair / Assassins / Gta4 etc etc...?
/waittime 390days
/Idontcaremodetillithappns Active
believe
Or to put it another way, if it does happen, I'll start shitting out Home Open Beta keys.
Whats next, 360 blu-ray drives...oh wait...
Seriously though, I'd be more excited if home was given a hard release date. In game XMB would be a nice little tweak too though.