PlayStation 3 an Entertainment Console

MuGen · 05-25-2005, 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Ken Kutaragi

"We want to realize a new future in entertainment with the use of computers. For example, we showed the demo with the ducks moving in a physics simulation during the press conference. That was a virtual world that was being 'generated' inside the PS3 [using the Cell's processing power]. Just raising the graphics capabilities and output resolution won't change anything from the current world of video game consoles," said Kutaragi. He went on to say that Microsoft's new game console is more of an "Xbox 1.5" than a new console, in the sense that it seems like an extension of the original Xbox.

Kutaragi gave one example of how the PS3's powerful calculation abilities and broadband network connection could be used for new and original entertainment endeavors.

"Users will be able to store their content in an online storage server called the 'Cell Storage.' And the Cell processor, when it's not being used, can refine the content's quality. We call it the 'aging' process. For example, users can 'age' their Standard Definition (SD) video and up-convert it to High Definition (HD) video. We have many plans [for the PS3], but this 'Cell Storage' service is something that we definitely intend to launch. By using the Cell's security feature, users will be able to rip DVDs that include copyright protection and lay it in the storage area to refine its video quality."

Full Article: http://www.gamespot.com/news/2005/05...s_6126423.html

This new CELL STORAGE thing looks interesting in a sense. I'm definitely excited about the PS3 now, if it was a question in the past (hehe).

Solid Snake · 05-25-2005, 01:25 PM

Interesting, I don't really understand how things can get upconverted from standard definition to high definition though.

By the way I love your new avatar. LOL
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MuGen · 05-25-2005, 01:32 PM

my new avatar was greatly influenced by ... the force

Canyarion · 05-25-2005, 02:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Solid Snake

Interesting, I don't really understand how things can get upconverted from standard definition to high definition though.

Sorry, but I'm not excited yet. Not about this feature.

Perfect Stu · 05-25-2005, 02:49 PM

cell storage, eh?

hmmmm

very interesting...I want more information regarding this feature

DarrenMcLeod · 05-25-2005, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Canyarion

Sorry, but I'm not excited yet.

Well get excited! It's already the champion of next-generation... BEFORE the next-generation!

Jonbo298 · 05-25-2005, 09:12 PM

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Originally Posted by DarrenMcLeod

Well get excited! It's already the champion of next-generation... BEFORE the next-generation!

ZOMG YOUR RIGHT!!!111

Anywho, interesting

GameMaster · 05-26-2005, 12:56 AM

Yes, Playstation 3 is an entertainment console. But aren't they all?

DarrenMcLeod · 05-26-2005, 01:12 AM

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Originally Posted by GameMaster

Yes, Playstation 3 is an entertainment console. But aren't they all?

Only if they entertain.

gekko · 05-26-2005, 11:22 PM

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Just raising the graphics capabilities and output resolution won't change anything from the current world of video game consoles," said Kutaragi.

Which is exactly what they're doing. Glad he understands how worthless these consoles are.

MuGen · 05-27-2005, 11:14 AM

Well actually that what cell is supposed to do. It's supposed to make everything behind the scenes much better. A single blade of grass having it's own unique algorithm, and trees in the environment ALL look different.

I read the whole article, and I think he explains that statement rather well.

Teuthida · 05-27-2005, 05:44 PM

Every single blade of grass you say? My gameplay experience shall increase tenfold!

/me goes back to playing his Atari.

Teuthida · 05-29-2005, 03:43 PM

Whoa freaky. I just remembered that back at NintendoDolphin.net Y2Kev used the blades of grass argument for PS2.

BreakABone · 05-29-2005, 05:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Sony

Well actually that what cell is supposed to do. It's supposed to make everything behind the scenes much better. A single blade of grass having it's own unique algorithm, and trees in the environment ALL look different.

I read the whole article, and I think he explains that statement rather well.

You do realize, you are basically proving Gekko's point.

How does moving grass help a game? Heck how does moving grass help us now.. its just there...

And trees looking different.. well tickle my funny bone if that is not what I've always wanted....

DarrenMcLeod · 05-29-2005, 07:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Danchastu

Whoa freaky. I just remembered that back at NintendoDolphin.net Y2Kev used the blades of grass argument for PS2.

I hated Y2Kev. So much.