How to Create a Japanese PlayStation Network Account

Login as a existing user and create a new account, i.e “JPSN”,
Login as the new user and click on “Sign Up for PLAYSTATION Network” under the Friends menu on the XMB.
On the Account Sign-up screen, click on “Yes, I want to create a new account.” Then click “Continue” to begin the registration.
Under Country/Region of Resisdence, select Japan and leave the Language as the default option. Enter your date of birth. If you are under 18, you will not be able to create a master account.
On the following screen, select the top option to create a master account.
On the Terms and Conditions screen, click on the right button to accept.
Enter your email address in the first field, followed with your desired password in the next two fields. The dropdown option is for a security question. We recommend leaving the default option and entering something you can remember in the field below. Once done, click on the button to continue.
On the next screen, you need to enter your online ID. Then click on the right button to continue.
On the following screen, enter your First Name, Last Name and your First Name and Last Name again on the two fields after. Select the Left radio button for Male and the right one for Female.
The next screen is for your address. The first field is your ZIP code, use 5 numbers. The drop down option if for city, here, you may select any. The next field is for your name again followed by the first line of your address. You can leave the next field blank if you wish. The last option is for the area. Once finished, click on the right button to continue.
On the following screen, choose the second option to continue with registration. The first option is to add funds into your account.
The next screen askes if you are interested in receiving the PlayStation Network Newsletter. Click on the right button to continue.
The following two screens are for you to review your account information. If you are happy with the details, click on the right button to continue.
After confirming your login information, choose an avatar on the next screen. Then click on the first option to continue.
You can cancel the next screen by clicking on the button on the button of the page to the far left.

Rumor Alert: PS3 and Xbox 360 Price Drop Imminent

The X360 and PlayStation 3 both have a hefty price tag, and that’s one of the reasons stopping gamers from purchasing them, but that could all soon change. Recent rumors suggest that some kind of price drop will be revealed at this years E3 for both consoles. The Xbox 360, currently priced at $299 (core model) and $399 (premium model) could both see a drop of $50 in price come September, during the same month that the mega-hits Project Gotham Racing 4, Mass Effect and Halo 3 debut. The PlayStation 3 on the otherhand may recieve a $100 drop in price, bringing the price of the 60GB version to $499.

There are only rumors, so lets wait and see what announcements are made next week. As for Nintendo, well, don’t expect any kind of price drop, since it is already much cheaper than the competition. We will bring you an update on this story next week.

[Via: GameDaily]

Sony to Stick with UMD Format

The UMD format has received a lot of criticism from both the games industry and movie industry, however, Sony isn’t going to adandon the format so easily. This stand was recently echoed by PlayStation Portable Senior Marketing Manager John Koller as he reiterated the different strengths (and weaknesses) of the format.

“UMD possesses many strengths, from size to form factor to portability. Duplication of UMDs is much easier, cheaper than cartridges. We’ve really optimized time and cost by going with a disc-based format. UMD is a unique medium to create games and developers need to understand that when tackling the system.”

He added, “There’s no question the biggest weakness is related to porting games from other platforms. Publishers are concerned about the size of UMD because they can’t cram a DVD game on to it”.

Given all these, the marketing manager explained that Sony really believes in the format and is not going to drop it. Koller shared, “We’ll never walk away from our base. Whether it’s movies or game content, third parties have an incredible opportunity to utilize it. The future of UMD is bright”.

European Launch Boosted Blu-Ray Sales by 1000 per cent

According to Matt Brown, Sony Pictures Home Entertainment VP, “the launch of the PS3 had a had a tremendous impact on Blu-ray software sales across the board. Recent sales figures are a clear indication that the PS3 is seen as an entertainment device.” Figures announced by Sony Pictures strongly support the statement. According to the announcement, 180,000 Blu-Ray discs have been sold in Europe after experiencing a 1000 increase in sales since PS3’s launch back in March.

“Casino Royale” got special mention for being one of the biggest titles. Combining 500,000 copies given away to PS3 owners and the actual number of copies sold easily makes it the most widely distributed Blu-ray film to date.

XTREME PS3 Mag i001 Out Now

XTREME PS3 is proud to announce the first issue of the XTREME PS3 Magazine. This is only a prototype issue to see how popular the magazine is and contains over 30 pages of content. The issue includes previews of Ninja Gaiden Sigma and GTA IV, reviews of Super Stardust HD as well as several articles related to the PS3. The magazine can be viewed on your PlayStation 3 or you can use a PC. Download it now and let us know what you think.

The magazine is viewable on the PSP but will require a lot of scrolling. Please let us know what you think of the first issue by posting comments or emailing us using the Contact Form. See below for a full summary of the issue:

Previews:
- Final Fantasy XIII
- Ninja Gaiden Sigma
- Grand Theft Auto IV
Reviews:
- Super Stardust HD
- Rainbow Six: Vegas
Features:
- Yellow Dog Linux
- Future of the PS3
- Remote Play

[Download XTREME PS3 Mag Issue 1]

Xtreme PSP Mag i025 Out Now

That time of the month has arrived! XTREME PSP Issue 25 is now available to download. The newest issue is packed with 100 pages of great content including previews of Final Fantasy I, Hot Pixel, and Transformers, reviews of Mega Man Powered Up and CRUSH, plus all the usual content. Also in the magazine is another music review, the results of our competition and a homebrew review.

XTREME PSP Issue 25

Summary of Content

Previews:
- Final Fantasy I
- Hot Pixel
- Transformers: The Game
- Star Wars Battlefront
- Naruto: Ultimate Ninja Heroes
Reviews:
- Mega Man Powered Up
- CRUSH
- Brooktown High: Senior Year
Homebrew:
- PiKey
Music:
- Foo Fighters

[Download XTREME PSP Mag Issue 25]

Dark_AleX to leave PSP Scene

Dark_AleX is leaving the PSP Scene and as a result, 3.51 OE development has been seized. Dark_AleX’s website states that he will no longer continue developing Custom Firmware OE for the PSP because of various reasons. We were very suprised by this news since only a few days ago did Dark_AleX announce development on 3.51 OE. Dark_AleX will surely be missed because if his great contributions to the homebrew community.

Quoted from Dark_AleX’s website:

“Bye, scene.
I’ve decided to cease OE development, and leave PSP scene.
The reasons are various.
One of them is the time it consumes, which i’m losing from other things.
The other is related to my security. I didn’t like Sony menaces to PS3 hackers.
I think it is better to leave now rather than end paying the consequences.”

We would like to wish Dark_Alex good luck to whatever he decides to do in the future. Only one question remains: What will happen to the OE custom firmwares with the absence of Dark_AleX?

Bug in Resistance:FoM Patch

The recent Resistance: Fall of Man patch, which was released Friday, seems to have a bug in it. After updating the game, it is impossible to connect to the new WW servers of the game.
Numerous users are reporting across all forums boards, that after the update they cannot log into the new online server. When users try to connect they receive error: “Network Connection Failed”.

This is believed to be a bug in the recently released update. We suggest RFOM users with the game to NOT update just yet and wait for a fix if they enjoy the online play, if not go on right ahead. We are currently waiting for a fix from the Developers. We will update you on any new developments.

UPDATE (03/07/2007 at 3:54 AM):

It seems that there are no bugs with the patch. The connection error is specific to the PlayStation 3 and not the patch. If you experience connection problems please reboot your PS3 and check that you are connected to the Internet. We have tried to connect to the game server lots of times and we did not experience any problems.

New PS3 Home Preview

Home is one of the most anticipated feature of the PlayStation 3. Home is a Home is a real-time online 3D, networked community available on the PlayStation Network (PSN). It allows PS3 users to interact, communicate, join online games, shop, share private content and even build and show off their own personal spaces to others in real time.

In-Game XMB Access Already Implemented?

As reported earlier, the next major PS3 Firmware Update will incorporate in-game XMB access. It now seems that the feature has already been implemented but is simply awaiting release. The video below (from IGN) illustrates that various options from the XMB can be accessed while playing a game, simplifying a lot of things like reading and sending messages, changing system settings and more.

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