When was the last ps3 game made?

The last game released on the PlayStation 3 was Shakedown: Hawaii, on August 20, 2020.

How many PS3 games have been made?

There are currently 2562 games in this table across all pages: A to C, D to I, J to P, and Q to Z. It does not include PlayStation minis, PS one Classics or PS2 Classics.

When did PS3 support end?

"Due to the depletion of parts inventory, we will no longer be able to provide after-sales service for the PlayStation 3 CECH-4300 series main unit and all PlayStation 3 peripherals on April 30, 2022 (Saturday). If you are considering applying for this service, please make your request as soon as possible!"

When was the last PS3 update?

An update to the PlayStation 3 system software was released on 28/02/23. In order to download the update, you need a minimum 200MB of free space on either the PS3 Hard Disk Drive (System Update) or on removable storage media (PC Update). Always update your PS3 system to the latest version of the system software.

Is Sony still updating PS3?

Yes, in 2023. Sony has released a PS3 firmware update, version 4.90. There's nothing fancy in the update--it improves system performance and requires a minimum 200 MB of free space on the PS3 hard drive or storage media.

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Are old PS3 worth anything?

A used PS3 is worth between $40.00 – $650.00 depending on condition and if the console comes with all its original cables. Like every antique, treasured heirloom, or piece of art, a PS3 will vary in price depending on its condition.

Is PS3 a dead console?

Regarding the usefulness of the PlayStation 3, it's still a console getting playtime, even in 2023. According to the site PS Timetracker, which isn't the deepest tracker but still gives a good idea of what's being played, Red Dead Redemption was the most active PlayStation 3 title.

What was the PS3 lifespan?

Shipments have stopped in Japan for the PS3, which outlived its original planned 10-year lifespan.

Is PS3 outdated?

On March 29, 2021, Sony announced that it would shut down the PS3 version of the Store on July 2, though previous purchases on the store will remain downloadable. However, on April 19, following fan feedback, Sony reversed their decision and confirmed that the PS3 store would remain operational.

Do PS3 games still sell?

Can You Still Buy Games on the PS3 and Vita Stores? Yes; as of this writing, it's still possible to buy digital games from the PlayStation Store on your PlayStation 3 or PS Vita. However, you cannot buy PS3 or Vita titles on a PS4 or PS5 console, or by using a web browser.

What are the most rare PS3 games?

Who buys old PS3 games?

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Is PS3 store still open 2023?

Back in 2021, Sony announced that it would shut down the PS3, Vita, and PSP digital storefronts, but partially walked that decision back after fan backlash. The PS3 and Vita stores remain online to this day, but the PSP store was closed as planned. Older digital storefronts are starting to close.

Does PS5 take PS3 games?

You can play games of PS3 on the PS5 by purchasing the PS Now plan and streaming the games from the PS3 library. However, you cannot purchase or download digital games and you cannot run PS3 games from game discs.

Is PS3 more powerful than PS4?

PlayStation 4 offers a faster processor with more memory than PlayStation 3. PS3 features a 3.2 GHz Cell Broadband Engine, while PS4 has an 8-core 2 GHz core, which is rated as 9 times as fast as its progenitor.

How much money did PS3 lose?

Sales of Sony's PlayStation 3 have resulted in losses of $3.3 billion dollars since the system's launch, reports Forbes. Key to the company's losses is the "strategic pricing" initiative it has adopted in an effort to catch up with Microsoft's Xbox 360, a console which hit shelves almost a year earlier.

Why did PS3 fail?

The $599 price tag was a huge turnoff for the average casual gamer. There was a cheaper version of the PS3, but nobody wanted the vanilla version console — they wanted all the highly desirable features. The price point was just a little too steep for most people — gamers didn't want to feel the pain of overpaying.

Should I throw away my PS3?

Just don't dump it in the trash. Old electronics, including video game consoles, have a number of hazardous chemicals inside them. Over time the electrical components inside your console corrode and poison the environment. Instead, do Mother Nature a favor and recycle your old console.

Did PS3 lose money?

Xbox 360 and PS3 losses total $8 billion, ex-Sony employee paints grim future.

Is PS3 failed?

Let's discuss why the PS3 failed on last generation ports, compared to the Xbox 360, yet first party games for the system exceeded that performance regularly. More inside. Third party developers did not manage to do what the first party developers could do regarding graphical fidelity and performance on the PS3.

How much did the PS3 cost when new?

1 PS3 – $499 Or $599 (Inflation Price: $733.08 Or $879.99)

First appearing in stores in North America in November 2006, Sony's PlayStation 3 is mostly remembered for staggering launch prices of $499 for the 20GB model and $599 for the 60GB PS3.

Why is the PS3 so expensive?

But at the time, because of the Cell processor and all the proprietary technology, it was difficult to develop for, it was difficult to manufacture; it was extremely expensive to manufacture. So at the price it came out at, everybody knew that wasn't a consumer-friendly price."