Seemingly a game in itself, the Playstation Home brings a new level to the Playstation Network by creating a virtual environment for your virtual self. After many delays, Playstation 3 users can finally enjoy a social hub where they can dress up, hang out, play games, buy things, among other activities.
So what exactly is the Playstation home? Users will get a piece of virtual space called “HomeSpace” that can be decorated with accessories, pieces of furniture and designs. Outside of HomeSpace users are confronted with a virtual city where they can visit and interact with
other users from around the world. The surroundings are interactive too! Mini-games are found all through out the city
in many forms, including a bowling arena where friends can play billiards, arcade games(featuring the PSP’s maze-game Echochrome) and, of course, bowling.
At the Theater, users can check out an assortment of HD movies and game footage never seen before. Promotional
music and trailers can be heard/seen on a cinema screen placed right above the theater entrance.
Other locations include a hang-out spots such as the Clubhouse, which are local to your region, a shopping center to purchase goods(for yourself and for your HomeSpace), and areas where game developers have created their own space to showcase their products.
Only at version 1.0, Sony has already confirmed that it plans to add much more to the Playstation Home world, including more personalizations for HomeSpace, a trophy and Hall of Fame system, and possibly more locations to visit.
Sources:
Sony’s Official Playstation Home Website
PS3 Fanboy’s Playstation Home Preview
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