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Q. Do you think that in a later firmware update that we will be able to play actual full length PS3 games on the PSP in Remote Play? Do you think that the PSP could display the game, the PS3 could process the game, and even use the DualShock 3 or SIXAXIS as the controller? Since they're trying to do something like this with Resistance Retribution, I thought that maybe they could do the same with a PS3 game.
A. Sony can certainly expand Remote Play functionality through firmware updates, but it may have more to do with the PSP's currently capabilities, or rather limitations. Working with a limited 802.11b Wi-Fi connectivity, it may prove difficult for Sony to allow for full length PS3 titles, DualShock compatability, and a smooth game play experience. Still, the current Remote Play titles work very well, and Sony could certainly prove me wrong.
Q. I want to know why the PSP-3000 cannot be hacked. I know already that there is something with the new CPU.
Please explain more detailed.
A. The PSP-3000 ships with a "TA-090" motherboard, which features improved security, and is therefore harder to crack. Those in the homebrew community believe there may be additional hardware patching for even more protection against hacking, but needless to say, none of that matters anymore.
Q. Have you heard of any plans for a North American release the Europe/Japan released title called "Pilot Academy"? I have heard rumors that it might be released but nothing concrete.
A. Unfortunately, there's been almost nothing in the way of release news for Pilot Academy. IGN and GameSpot both have their review dates listed as "TBA 2009," so the future is still a possibility. Without being too pessimistic, I think it's safe to say Pilot Academy doesn't have a huge priority in the not-so-full list of North America PSP releases.
Q. Do you think that in a later firmware update that we will be able to play actual full length PS3 games on the PSP in Remote Play? Do you think that the PSP could display the game, the PS3 could process the game, and even use the DualShock 3 or SIXAXIS as the controller? Since they're trying to do something like this with Resistance Retribution, I thought that maybe they could do the same with a PS3 game.
A. Sony can certainly expand Remote Play functionality through firmware updates, but it may have more to do with the PSP's currently capabilities, or rather limitations. Working with a limited 802.11b Wi-Fi connectivity, it may prove difficult for Sony to allow for full length PS3 titles, DualShock compatability, and a smooth game play experience. Still, the current Remote Play titles work very well, and Sony could certainly prove me wrong.
Q. I want to know why the PSP-3000 cannot be hacked. I know already that there is something with the new CPU.
Please explain more detailed.
A. The PSP-3000 ships with a "TA-090" motherboard, which features improved security, and is therefore harder to crack. Those in the homebrew community believe there may be additional hardware patching for even more protection against hacking, but needless to say, none of that matters anymore.
Q. Have you heard of any plans for a North American release the Europe/Japan released title called "Pilot Academy"? I have heard rumors that it might be released but nothing concrete.
A. Unfortunately, there's been almost nothing in the way of release news for Pilot Academy. IGN and GameSpot both have their review dates listed as "TBA 2009," so the future is still a possibility. Without being too pessimistic, I think it's safe to say Pilot Academy doesn't have a huge priority in the not-so-full list of North America PSP releases.
Q. Any news on the PSP cradle coming to the US?
A. The cradle you're referring to was released in Japan, and has no set release date for the United States. Typical, we know.
Q. I was wondering if there is any word on a release date for No Gravity? The home-page mentions a release in Europe for "August 2008"
A. No Gravity: The Plague of Mind was supposed to make its way into the European PlayStation Store this summer, but seemingly fell off the face of the Earth. The future doesn't look too bright for this anticipated title.
Q. I heard LBP might be coming to the PSP, is that true?
A. Rumors have been flying around for a few months now, so Media Molecule could very well be developing a portable version of the popular PS3 title. I have a feeling we'll hear more next year.
