PlayStation 3 or PS3 is the third-gen console released by Sony. Although the console is already 14 years old, you can still find PS3 almost everywhere. PS3 has three versions, PS3 Fat (first version), PS3 Slim (second version), and PS3 Super Slim (third version). Out of all versions, the best-selling version is PS3 Slim. The second version of PS3 has a better design and also more durable compared to other versions.

Speaking of PS3, this console has several interesting facts that you may not know yet. Besides being the console rental goers love, these are the 10 facts about PS3.

1. Not Just for Playing Games

After the PlayStation 2 era, Sony develops PS3 with entertainment features in it. This is Sony’s answer to challenge Microsoft that also implement entertainment features in Xbox 360. PS3 is completed with Blu-Ray player so the owner can watch Blu-Ray films. Also, PS3 is equipped with other features such as an internet browser, music player, and photo and video player.

2. Tons of Entertainment Apps

Yup, PlayStation 3 also has a feature that allows you to install entertainment apps. When PS3 was released, Sony partners with several app developers to bring entertainment content. From Netflix (watching films), Qriocity (music player), Crunchyroll (watching anime), MLB.TV (watching MLB games), NHL GameCenter Live (watching NHL games), and many more. You can get the app for free, but you to access it, you need to purchase a subscription.

3. The First Console with Remote Play

Remote Play is a feature rarely used in Indonesia, but Sony already implements this feature in PS3. Unlike the current Remote Play version, Remote Play in PS3 can only work if the user has a PS Vita. With a Wi-Fi connection, you can play PS3 games on your PS Vita.

4. Biggest Contributor to GTA: V Sale

Per November 2018, GTA V is listed as one of the games that may break 100 million sales, to be more accurate, the third game to break the record. The reason being Rockstar Games releases the game for PS3 moments before the release of PlayStation 4. As a result, every PS3 owner purchased the game and contributed to the overall sale.

5. The Everlasting PS3 Controller

The change from a wired controller to a wireless controller is a massive success. Unlike PlayStation 2 that uses a wired controller, PlayStation 3 uses a wireless controller. The DualShock 3 technology is much better than the competitor, Xbox 360, where PS3 controllers are rechargeable while Xbox 360 controllers use batteries. The success made Sony refuse to make any innovation on the controller department, so PS3 controllers ever receive any changes until the release of DualShock 4.

6. PS3 Can Run as a Computer

PS3’s advanced technology allows the console to transform into a console. With few tweaks on the software, the user can use PS3 to work like a computer. 

7. PS3 Machine is Quieter Than Xbox 360

Most gamers stated that Xbox 360’s machine is much noisier compared to PS3. The reason being the DVD Drive of Xbox 360 spun so fast and resulted in a much louder noise. Upon being tested, it’s proven that PS3 is much quieter when running DVD games.

8. More Exclusives Compared to the Competitor

The advantage Sony has over Microsoft when developing a gaming console is the number of exclusive games. Tons of exclusive games are released fo PlayStation 3making PlayStation 3 game library bigger than Xbox 360. Some exclusive games may not sound as interesting, but some games are great.

9. Soccer Game Fans Still Love the Console

What people look for in a PlayStation 3 is its ability to run PES or FIFA. This console is still capable of running the soccer game (graphic wise). Although Konami and EA no longer release PES and FIFA on PS3, gamers can still update the players so they can still play with the current player formation.

10. PS3 Can Be Used With CRT TV

What makes PS3 interesting is that it can run on a CRT TV. Yes, if you still use CRT TV at your house, you can use that TV to play PS3. With AV cable, S-Video Component, you can use your CRT TV to play PS3 like an LCD TV. The graphic quality is lowered so it may tire your eyes.

Those are the facts about PlayStation3 that you should know. Keep up with Dunia Games for more information about games.

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