Two and bit weeks in: The PS3 Update

It's awesome.

Maybe it's because I've had a couple of years in the console wilderness but it's awesome having a PS3.

The last console I had was an X-Box and I swapped that for my Brother-in-Law's DS way back in 2006 so it's been a long time of handheld gaming.

I love having a Blu-Ray player, especially with my awesome new TV. I love having wireless controllers. I love being able to download demos off the PlayStation Store. I love being able to buy full games off the PlayStation Store. I love linking my PSP up to the PS3 via wireless.

I haven't got much into the online game stuff yet. I do have some online games (GTA IV and Metal Gear Solid 4) but haven't got into them yet.

The updates are a bit annoying. That's one reason why I haven't played Metal Gear online yet is because you have to download a big update before you can play it. Some of the games install themselves as well does take a while. It's not a problem but it is there. The install on Metal Gear was fine though, as during the whole time it was installing ('bout ten minutes) Solid Snake was stood on screen smoking endless cigarettes whilst health warnings about smoking came up on the screen.

Games wise, my opinions so far are as follows:

GTA IV

Brilliant. Still GTA but amazing.

Metal Gear Solid 4

A fresh kind of madness. Looks amazing, makes no sense.

Dynasty Warriors: Gundam

Giant robots smashing each other up. Brilliant.

Burnout Paradise (borrowed)

Looks stunning, plays just as good. The open sandbox nature of the game should be confusing but isn't.

Heavenly Sword

Game is fun but the best thing about them is the cut-scenes. Directed by Andy Serkis, they are stunning. Shame the game can't quite keep up. Completed it as well.

Uncharted

Great action game, loads of fun, nice characters and looks great.

All in all, having a PS3 is ace.