The PlayStation 3’s motto is “It only does everything,” but since last night, when the entire PlayStation Network went offline for some as-yet-unknown reason, it might be more accurate to say "it only does some things." So which things can you still do with your PlayStation 3?
The PlayStation 3 Can Still…
- Access The Internet: Although the PlayStation Network is borked, your PS3 console should still be able to access the internet as if nothing is wrong.
- Play Single-Player Games: As far as I am aware, there are no single-player games that require a functioning PlayStation Network in order to work. You should still be able to play single-player games you downloaded in the the past as well.
- Play Local Multi-Player: This is the perfect opportunity to get a friend on your couch and re-experience the joy of couch co-op.
- Earn Trophies: Although you won’t be able to show off your accomplishments to your pals, you’ll still be able to earn ‘em. Presumably, when the PlayStation Network is back up, (which could take as long as two days), your friends will be able to see your new single-player trophies.
- Play Blu-Ray Discs And DVDs: You’ll still be able to watch Monsters Inc. on BlueRay, don’t worry, and that's almost as good as playing Portal 2's co-op, right?
- Stream Media From Your Computer: If you use your PS3 to watch movies or play music stored on your PC, you’ll still be able to enjoy it.
The PlayStation 3 Can Not…
- Play Any Games Online: As far as I am aware, any game that features online play cannot work without the PlayStation Network, rendering some online-only games like MAG totally unplayable.
- Access Steam: With the launch of Portal 2 earlier this week, Steam access has been added to the PSN, but because you can’t access the PSN, no Steam for you.
- Access the PlayStation Store: You won’t be able to buy new downloadable games or content until the PSN goes back up.
- Access “Cloud-Saved” Games: Portal 2 for the PS3 allows users to store their games in the proverbial clouds, for retrieval on any PS3 that’s connected to the PlayStation Network… which means no PS3 on Earth, at this second.
- Enter PlayStation Home: Not being able to sign on to the PlayStation Network means not being able to visit your fake virtual Home home either.
- Play Netflix Movies: You won’t be able to watch Netflix without logging into the PSN, and don’t try to get clever and access Netflix with the PS3’s web browser; it won’t work. You’ll be told the PS3 browser doesn’t support streaming. Bummer, man.
- Play Hulu Content: Ditto
- Make Toast: This is the case whether the PSN works or not, but it still makes me mad.
I think that just about covers everything… except the things I forgot. If there’s anything you know about parts of the PS3 that aren’t working, let me know in the comment section below. Also: Anyone want to make a prediction for when the PSN will be up again? My guess: 3 PM PST today.
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Ssj4Crisis_x
You can still use Netflix, the psn doesn't sign you in into Netflix. Your account is associated with the playstation when you first make the sync through the site with the code. I guess its just for security purposes or something that the Psn password prompt comes up.
01pintones
its weird because even though its down i've been able to stream netflix the whole time, fluke? i work so much i dont have time for gaming atm but a few episode of tv works fine
nightmoose
all i whant to know is when the PSN will be up. how much
longer will it take to fix it.
Skarelock
"...which could take as long as two days."
Guys, stop complaining about the downtime. It isn't sony's fault. Be patient. Go play on your Xbox, if you are unfortunate enough to have one.
Osfanwest
MLB tv is down and for that Sony and psn should begin compensating people for their lack of security, failure to protect our privacy, and limit our relaxation and entertainment!
jazzie
even though psn is down i can still do netflix!
wolf365
why are xbox fan boys commenting on a ps3 article?
rexmageuser
How can it make toast?
Kilnavock
I am not a fan of paying for gaming services but this is why Xbox Live users pay to play, so we have a stable and safer multiplayer experience. Don't hate. PS3, Wii, and 360 owner.
ruribe8
Yea Netflix works just fine....
dillbert21
Netflix still works.....just cancel the log in when it comes up and and still lets you play movies
PASSDEVILDOGG
if people would stop giving ther down load histery to other people i dont know how many user would always ask for my down load history but it was becoming way to comun
PASSDEVILDOGG
good news is you can still get the updates for the games like kill zone 3
Evildude666
oh man, I need my fix!!!
comatoast21
Ninja gaiden sigma2 cannot be played without being connect to the psn. I dont know why but it kinda sucks. this whole psn situation kinda sucks
johnm535
wow
johnm535
its been 6 days but i can still watch netflexs
btcain
Netflix still works. Just click "sign in", and it will give you the "PSN is undergoing maintenance" message, but will let you continue on to your movies.
TheWizard7
SONY Put Up PSN My God Son It Ben 6 Day I,m TheWizard7
TheWizard7
I Need PSN Up Come Sony Yo Sony I Will Kill The HACKER For You You Put The PSN Up
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