Need help with my PS3 package

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#1 maplesausage
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Yeah, so I'm getting a PS3 (the 80gb one to be exact, I think it comes with motorstorm?)and I'm in need of some help to build my PS3 *package* (As in games, controllers, etc.). First off, what should I do about the dualshock situation? Is it possible to get one now, if so how (a link would be lovely) Also, do I need a HDMI cable to get the most out of PS3's graphics (considering I'm closer/ on the minimal viewing distance for my TV size). Now allow me to shift the focus back to PS3 and less about gadgets: I'm in dire need of some game recommendations. That said, I cant get very many games, as the rest of the package is probably gonna run my budget pretty deep. Some guidelines: It has to have multiplayer (I know, I'm missing uncharted, but having played Halo, gears, etc. online I'm really accustomed to multiplayer, call me picky), and cant be a sports game (again just preference). If it helps, I'm a touch interested in UT3, Rock Band, Resistance, and Call of duty 4, but then again I know next to nothing about them, so don't take it too seriously. Also, while I'm interested in a lot of games, I CANT AFFORD a lot of games, especially with all the stuff coming up, so keep the recommendations to several or less games (unless you have a really good explanations). Thanks.

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#2 SOedipus
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Dualshock 3 should be out in spring, unless the date has changed, or you could import one online but not sure where. I would recommend getting HDMI, and you can get a cheap one online at monoprice.com. As for games CoD4 is a diffinite buy imo and you seem interested in it. Resistance is an awesome game too, but it is a launch title and after playing newer games it may seem less appealing. If you're PC can't handle it then the Orange Box is another good shooter, with fun online. I know you want multiplayer and seem to skip Uncharted but I recommend that as well as Ratchet and Clank Future.
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#3 Ultima_5
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Some games that i would recommend are:

~Orange Box (5 games in one. Portal is amazing. TFort2 has also taken over my life)

~COD:4 - great game. amazing online

~Warhawk - Online-only 3rd person shooter. you can fly planes and tanks.

^those are the online games that i have. i would recommend oblivion or uncharted but you said you dont like games w/o online.

I would wait for the dualshock 3 to come out in america, the six-axis is fine for now. I would also recommend you get a mic so you can chat w/ people while playing online games. If you buy warhawk in stores it comes with a nice blutooth one.

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#4 stuartcee
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I have to agree with everything SOedipus said. Thats the way to go.
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#5 CheeChee_Macko
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~Orange Box (5 games in one. Portal is amazing. TFort2 has also taken over my life)

~COD:4 - great game. amazing online

~Warhawk - Online-only 3rd person shooter. you can fly planes and tanks.Ultima_5

Yep, these are pretty much THE online shooters to get if you own a PS3.

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#6 mlcj15
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for multiplayer online, everyone recommends COD 4, Warhawk and UT3. I have only played COD 4 out of those. Offline, Resistance has a co-op for a full playthrough of the game. It's pretty cool to be able to play through with someone and not just run around trying to kill each other like most multiplayers. You will be missing out if you don't get Uncharted, but that's your call. Ratchet and Clank Future is awesome as well. And I'm surprised no one has mentioned DMC 4

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#7 mlcj15
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but DMC 4 doesn't have multiplayer either.
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#8 maplesausage
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Ok so: HDMI cable is needed, Dualshock can be imported, and COD4 is a pretty universal choice. Unfortunately I can only get one or two out of these: Warhawk, Resistance, Orange Box, UT3, and maybe more if someone is posting after this. So out of those 4 (or more) what do you think the top one/two are? Also, try to explain your reasoning, so I get some more info in the game, rather than everyone re-posting their previous reccomendations. Thanks again. Btw, no Rock Band?
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#9 svenskamerikan
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Short reasoning :)

UT3 - do you like games like Doom etc? Then you will probably love it. It is a typical PC style game shooter. I didn't like it, but others love it.

Resistance - graphics are great. It is in a "dark" setting so a lot of people don't appreciate how great the graphics are, but do some closeup stuff and you realize it quickly. Online is still active and fun, but you will kind of be owned in the beginning. One major reason to get this is to be ready for resistance 2 that will probably blow everything else out of the water. 1) regular campaign mode 2) 8 person co-op online campaign mode 3) up to 60 player online mode... so yeah I would know what I am doing before getting in RFOM2

Warhawk is a love it or hate it as well. I did the beta and didn't like it -not sure how different it is now. Don't know about Orange Box

Hope that helps and yeah go to monoprice.com for that hdmi - way way cheaper you are looking at $10 if you want the cable in 2-3 days and less if you are not in a hurry...........

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#10 tn2389
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My top ten games:

1. Call of Duty 4

2. Rock Band

3. (Uncharted)

4. (Ninja Gaiden Sigma)

5. NHL 08

6. (Ratchet and Clank)

7. (Oblivion)

8. Rainbow Six Vegas

9. (The Orange Box) - Really the depth and high score is in the single player.

10. Burnout Paradise

*() = No online.

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#11 Calfour
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Btw, no Rock Band?maplesausage

No rockband because it is expensive and you say that you can only afford a couple games.