Since Nintendo's Virtual Console service isn't live, we decided to do the next best thing: fire up a Flash version of Donkey Kong inside the PlayStation 3's web browser. Sites like everyvideogame.com require Java, so we had to settle for a Flash implementation. Even though the PS3 browser's Flash implementation churns though YouTube video like butter, it has some difficulty with most of the web games we tried. Take this version of Donkey Kong, where our poor Jumpman has managed to get himself stuck in the first ten seconds of gameplay. We'll wait for the VC version, thanks.
Reader Comments (26)
Posted: Nov 11th 2006 11:40PM (Unverified) said
Wow.
You guys have a PS3, a Wii, and a 360 with an HD-DVD drive, and what do you do?
You take the console that is supposed to be the "true" next gen, and you play a NINTENDO game on the browser.
Oh, the irony.
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You guys have a PS3, a Wii, and a 360 with an HD-DVD drive, and what do you do?
You take the console that is supposed to be the "true" next gen, and you play a NINTENDO game on the browser.
Oh, the irony.
Posted: Nov 11th 2006 11:40PM (Unverified) said
I think it needs to be pointed out that this is probably a problem with the game and not the PS3. (As a Nintendo Fan-Boy I can't believe I just said that).
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Posted: Nov 11th 2006 11:46PM (Unverified) said
It's likely that Daniel is right. Could you guys try this again with something like Bejeweled or Zuma, or link us to the flash game so we can see a comparison.
Although, since the ps3 doesn't support java, it makes sense that flash games run like crap while flash movies are just fine...i doubt youtube movies have a single line of actionscript
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Although, since the ps3 doesn't support java, it makes sense that flash games run like crap while flash movies are just fine...i doubt youtube movies have a single line of actionscript
Posted: Nov 11th 2006 11:47PM (Unverified) said
Why would anyone ever want to play Donkey Kong?
I got bored of it about... 25 years ago after spending far too many 10p pieces on it.
Your better off playing chuckie egg.
Some games are best left in the past.
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I got bored of it about... 25 years ago after spending far too many 10p pieces on it.
Your better off playing chuckie egg.
Some games are best left in the past.
Posted: Nov 12th 2006 12:02AM (Unverified) said
I foresee websites popping up in the future for flash games compatible with the PS3 browser.
.. and hopefully one day Java.
(I mean the PS3 doesn't connect up with the PSP out of the box.. so I'd imagine lots of functionality will only come later with updates.)
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.. and hopefully one day Java.
(I mean the PS3 doesn't connect up with the PSP out of the box.. so I'd imagine lots of functionality will only come later with updates.)
Posted: Nov 12th 2006 1:44AM (Unverified) said
OMG!!! CHECK OUT THOSE FULL HD GRAPHICS!!!!!111!!!11
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Posted: Nov 12th 2006 12:15AM (Unverified) said
6. loL!!PS3 is weak , it cannot play DKK game , ROFL! ,im better off with Wii60 they are both more powerfull than the PieceofShit3 , GayStation 3.
Posted at 12:07AM on Nov 12th 2006 by ShockWave 0 stars
lets let japan do the talking.
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Posted at 12:07AM on Nov 12th 2006 by ShockWave 0 stars
lets let japan do the talking.
Posted: Nov 12th 2006 12:25AM Maverick Saturn 06 said
Shockwave, thats a weak statement :p Who are the chickless, p****less, brainless fools who make up these nicknames for any console, they really need a life :S
This vid was rather funny though :)
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This vid was rather funny though :)
Posted: Nov 12th 2006 12:24AM DarkTetsuya said
....yyyyyyeah I think I'm gonna wait for the WiiVC.
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Posted: Nov 12th 2006 12:29AM (Unverified) said
Who the hell cares of using a web browser through a game machine. Anyone knows who is into web editing that if its not a FULL TIME computer it wont work as good. ASK WEB TV THAT?. Yes it read a few sites and email but for 100% compatibility for every type of language on the web its all about computers.
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Posted: Nov 12th 2006 1:08AM (Unverified) said
It's funny that the most enjoyable parts of Sony's two latest offerings are their abilities to play emulated Nintendo games.
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Posted: Nov 12th 2006 4:27AM chrisgrant said
Xel: I'm using Firefox 2.0 and so is the entire Netscape dev team. There's something up on your end.
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Posted: Nov 12th 2006 4:35AM (Unverified) said
yeah but its also linux.... so prob not so much of a problem as you think. although wether its enough of an implentation of full linux to get the security benefits is arguable
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Posted: Nov 12th 2006 8:06AM (Unverified) said
If you're using noscript, you have to allow netscape.com. *rolls eyes at stupid internet trends and every site having its own bizarre flash video player that needs java for no good reason*
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Posted: Nov 12th 2006 9:21AM Triforceowner said
That was so freaking funny, "As you can see, this [Mario gets stuck] is much better than playing a $5 download."
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Posted: Nov 12th 2006 10:34AM (Unverified) said
Flash9 for linux is out...works flawlessly for the most part. But the netscape video seemed really choppy. (linux comp not ps3)
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Posted: Nov 12th 2006 9:53PM (Unverified) said
Okay, somebody's definitely too proud of his new subwoofer.
Good bass can be pleasant and immersive, but when it's up so loud it's completely noticeable all the time, it kind of detracts from the rest of the experience.
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Good bass can be pleasant and immersive, but when it's up so loud it's completely noticeable all the time, it kind of detracts from the rest of the experience.
Posted: Nov 13th 2006 1:28AM Paul Gale Network said
Behold the almighty power of the Cell Processor! LOL, pretty funny video, but it's a cool concept. Donkey Kong should stay on Wii, no offense PS3.
Paul Gale
1up.com
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Paul Gale
1up.com
Posted: Nov 14th 2006 7:18AM (Unverified) said
now ps3 has a truly compelling launch title.
thank god.
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thank god.
Posted: Nov 13th 2006 8:27AM (Unverified) said
Can't wait for the Wii's browser for the same rerason as this - I'm a Flash artist myself, so this will be fun.
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