Who Is Subscribing To PS+?

PlayStation Plus

We all knew it was coming at some point. It's been whispered about for at least a year, a possible optional subscription or an improved online experience. There have been a fewconfused threads sifting through the PS3 forum, so I thought I would try and find all of the information I could and whip up a thread regarding the PS+. Unveiled at E3 2010, it seems to promise quite a bit for the price of $17.99 for three months, or $49.99 for a full year. For UK gamers, pricing is £39.99 for a year or £11.99 for 3 months.Let's take a look at what we know.

Note: It is important to point out that the PlayStation Plus will only be available to PSN users that are at least 18 years of age.

Those who can't be bothered to pay additional costs will still have the same things available to them as they've had all along. We can play games online for free. We can make use of the PS Store, download demos and some media for free, and PS Home will remain a free social service. The key word is optional. PS+ is nota prerequisite to play online.

Do we get cross game chat? That's a really big draw of LIVE's functionality.

We sure do. However, only PS+ members can initiate cross game chat. PS+ members will be able to invite any member of their friends list, whether they have subscribed to Plus or not, and freely chat with them. As long as the PS+ member starts it, three more can join in and still enjoy the free ride. However, if the Plus member leaves, the chat "party" is disbanded.

(Note: This has been confirmed to be false.)

Sony: "Cross-game voice chat was not announced as part of PlayStation Plus. The new offering provides subscribers features such as frequent discounts on PlayStation Store content, free and exclusive access to select games, full game trials, early invitations to select betas of popular games, and new functionality such as content downloads and updates which will automatically be "pushed" to the PS3 system even when consumers are not using their system. Content will vary by region."

Source: http://www.examiner.com/x-12218-Video-Game-Examiner~y2010m6d16-Sony-clarifies-PlayStationPlus-crossgame-chat-regionalonly-features-and-content

However, it is possible that we may get it as part of the 3.40 firmware upgrade, though this is only speculation at the moment.

Well, alright, is that it?

Not even close. According to Sony, we will be treated to $200 worth of downloadable goodies over the course of the year. Qore, an annual subscription service exclusive to PSN that serves an an interactive for all things Playstation is included with the subscription. Qore's annual worth is $25. Next, we will also have access to full game trials, allowing us to play full versions of selected PS3 and PSN titles (including games from the PS One archive,) for a designated period of time before ahving to purchase the full game. However, selected PS3, PSN, and PS One games, as well as Minis, can be played for free, with no time limit. Members will also receive special content like exclusive avatars and custom themes, discounts to designated PS3/PSP games, early access to game beta trials/demos/videos, and automatic content downloads and updates, which enables their PS3s to start up at a set time to download content and turn off afterward.

Well, that's pretty nifty. I'm still not sure if I want to drop that kinda cash, though.

Good thing there will be a free three month trial period.

Source: http://reviews.cnet.com/8301-21539_7-20007808-10391702.html

Source: http://e3.g4tv.com/thefeed/blog/post/705553/Sony-Unveils-PlayStation-Network-Plus.html#ixzz0qxMd7pY3

Oh snap, seriously?

Seriously. When the PS+ is released June 29th, we will be able to choose from one of two plans. 3 months for $17.99, or 12 months for $49.99. The annual sub purchase also comes with an extra free 3 months, effectively increasing your sub duration to 15 months for $49.99.

Well, what's in store for the first month?

It's off to a great start, really. We get two minis, Fieldrunners and Age of Zombies. We get the PS One game Rally Cross, and the PSN superhit Wipeout HD, all complimentary. However, keep in mind that for everything you receive under the PS+ plan, it all disappears if you choose not to stay with the plan, or cancel it down the road. It may suck, but it's only good business on Sony's part, it prevents people from taking advantage of the system.

Hmm, when is it launched?

June 29th.

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And there you have it. If I've forgotten anything, or something is announced, let me know and I'll update this. And no, I didn't make it pretty. I didn't include pretty pictures and colorful writing, just thought I would supply some facts about the PS Plus service, and to see how the PS3 community feels about it as a whole.

Peace guys.

Free copy of LittleBigPlanet: GOTY Edition!

Edit: From 29th June you'll be able to purchase a 1 year or 90-day membership from PlayStation Store and instantly get your hands on the following premium features. Plus, if you sign up for a 1 year membership between 29th June and 3rd August, we'll also throw in a free downloadable copy of the award winning LittleBigPlanet.

Source:

http://blog.eu.playstation.com/2010/06/15/playstation-plus-check-out-what-its-all-about/

I am not paying a subscription for both my xbox and my ps3. Since none of my friends play ps3 it is a pretty clear cut decision for me.

I am not paying a subscription for both my xbox and my ps3. Since none of my friends play ps3 it is a pretty clear cut decision for me.

StudySession

That's fair enough, paying two subscriptions for similar services would be a little costly, especially if your friends are on 360's.

So you're not getting the full games, technically you're just renting it.

I'll be probably be getting a year subsrciption, $50 isn't much and I like what is being offered. Rally Cross here I come.LightR

Yeah, I'm with ya. Sony have really impressed me in '09 and now in '10, and I feel that justifies an extra $50 from me. Plus, free stuff is cool.

So you're not getting the full games, technically you're just renting it.

P-vs-P

Basically, yeah. As long as you retain the subscription.

good job with this, dude. you should see if you can get it stickied ;)starwarsjunky

Lol, I dunno about that. It's just very basic. I was considering doing monthly threads though, showcasing the free stuff PSN+ subs would be getting that month. I'd make them all pretty, too.

[QUOTE="starwarsjunky"]good job with this, dude. you should see if you can get it stickied ;)Khadaj32

Lol, I dunno about that. It's just very basic. I was considering doing monthly threads though, showcasing the free stuff PSN+ subs would be getting that month. I'd make them all pretty, too.

i well be $50 dollars ayear is nothin ive had live since 02(just cancelled) so i can affortd this.

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[QUOTE="starwarsjunky"]good job with this, dude. you should see if you can get it stickied ;)starwarsjunky

Lol, I dunno about that. It's just very basic. I was considering doing monthly threads though, showcasing the free stuff PSN+ subs would be getting that month. I'd make them all pretty, too.

Hmm, that's true, and I suppose I could just do that. Probably easier for everyone than making periodic threads all the time.

Yessir. 1 year subscription. The games you get for it it basically pays for itself. Also, didn't he say you get exclusive addons and beta tests?Texas2089

Yep! That's in there, 4th paragraph.

Is cross game chat confirmed? I didn't see it at E3.mikegtfc

According to Joystiq it is, and they're pretty reputable. I posted the link for the source material in the OP.

Yup. The subscription will end up paying for itself over time.

[QUOTE="mikegtfc"]Is cross game chat confirmed? I didn't see it at E3.Khadaj32

According to Joystiq it is, and they're pretty reputable. I posted the link for the source material in the OP.

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[QUOTE="mikegtfc"]Is cross game chat confirmed? I didn't see it at E3.mikegtfc

According to Joystiq it is, and they're pretty reputable. I posted the link for the source material in the OP.

Could very well be. It probably came out in a media report handout from Sony, hence where Joystiq got it.

The renting sounds horrible but it's a step in the right direction and I'll support it

The main thing is to keep on sending them letters until they only allow communication for paying members, we did this much we can push them all the way

The renting sounds horrible but it's a step in the right direction and I'll support it

The main thing is to keep on sending them letters until they only allow communication for paying members, we did this much we can push them all the way

Jaysonguy

$50's is less than the cost of a game and in the long run, you "should" get more than your money's worth (initial $50 investment). I'm buying into it.

$50's is less than the cost of a game and in the long run, you "should" get more than your money's worth (initial $50 investment). I'm buying into it.

joseph_mach

Indeed, and according to Sony we'll be receiving around $200 worth of free stuff in an annual subscription, and I don't think he was including Qore, which is an extra $25 worth. I think he was only referencing to stuff like games, add-ons, etc.

I won't be upgrading. I don't play enough to make it worth it to me.

I won't be upgrading. I don't play enough to make it worth it to me.

bdhoff

The beauty of PSN+. If you don't play it enough to warrant a $50 annual subscription, you still have full access to online gaming.

[QUOTE="starwarsjunky"][QUOTE="Khadaj32"]

Lol, I dunno about that. It's just very basic. I was considering doing monthly threads though, showcasing the free stuff PSN+ subs would be getting that month. I'd make them all pretty, too.

Hmm, that's true, and I suppose I could just do that. Probably easier for everyone than making periodic threads all the time.

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[QUOTE="starwarsjunky"] add info as it comes out, and keep the first page updated. its something a lot of people are gonna come here asking about, i bet.crashndash

Hmm, that's true, and I suppose I could just do that. Probably easier for everyone than making periodic threads all the time.

I sent a message to the Mods concerning this, it's in their hands now :lol:

Im going to wait for more details of what im going to get. If theyre not going to improve my actual ONLINE experince, then it might be a no sale for me.

I got 2 questions:

1. Do you lose all your PSN games if you stop subscribing and then subscribing again?

2. When does that 3 month-free trial begin?

thanks :)

I'll give it a shot for one year. If i'm impressed i'll keep going. Just need to buy it in the summer. Nothing comes out then, so it's like buying a game for me.

I got 2 questions:

1. Do you lose all your PSN games if you stop subscribing and then subscribing again?

2. When does that 3 month-free trial begin?

thanks :)

DarkblueNinja

1. As everything on your PSN ID seems to be saved to a server side profile, I would think it would keep track ofall the content you had received by benefit of subbing, and would be made available to you again upon resubbing.

2. Not sure of the specific day, I'll update that as soon as I find it out, but in the conference Sony stated that it would be available by the end of the month, and we're halfway through June now. 2 weeks tops.

I'll give it a shot for one year. If i'm impressed i'll keep going. Just need to buy it in the summer. Nothing comes out then, so it's like buying a game for me.

Urizen5

I;ve told you this before, but your sig is awesome.

There is a miss understanding about the free 3 months thing ....... if you buy a year subscription, you get 3 free months extra. so $49.99 for 15 months. Anyways, I will be subscribing to PSN + because the things it offers is nice and I don't mind supporting PSN so it can overall become better for everyone. Nonstop-Madness

Source? Everywhere I've looked states a free trial period of three months prior to purchasing the service. Though I did find something else...

Great, so now im going to be paying 100 dollars (plus tax) so I can get this kind of service on both my consoles? Gah.

[QUOTE="Nonstop-Madness"]There is a miss understanding about the free 3 months thing ....... if you buy a year subscription, you get 3 free months extra. so $49.99 for 15 months. Anyways, I will be subscribing to PSN + because the things it offers is nice and I don't mind supporting PSN so it can overall become better for everyone. Khadaj32

Source? Everywhere I've looked states a free trial period of three months prior to purchasing the service. Though I did find something else...

Its if you buy the year. Its like what Live used to do where if you bought a year of gold, you got a extra month free.

I'll give it a go sinse my 360 crashed on me a few months back....I'm not getting another one until they do a price cut(sorry....off topic):P

Free digital copy of LittleBigPlanet confirmed for those who purchase a 1 year subscription between June 29th and August 3rd. First post updated.

Sounds interesting, I'm probably going to subscribe. Any news on the release date though?

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[QUOTE="Nonstop-Madness"]There is a miss understanding about the free 3 months thing ....... if you buy a year subscription, you get 3 free months extra. so $49.99 for 15 months. Anyways, I will be subscribing to PSN + because the things it offers is nice and I don't mind supporting PSN so it can overall become better for everyone. XboximusPrime

Source? Everywhere I've looked states a free trial period of three months prior to purchasing the service. Though I did find something else...

Its if you buy the year. Its like what Live used to do where if you bought a year of gold, you got a extra month free.

I'm finding speculation of both a free trial and a buy 12 get 3free kinda deal. I'll add that the free trial isn't 100% confirmed, unless you can find a good source saying that that is how it is. All the sources I've looked up have said the opposite.

Well, as long as it's kept free. It's fine by me. Especially since I don't play online on a daily basis.

Those extra features, I don't really care much for by the sounds of it. If I wanted a game, I would rather buy it and not have it on a clock.

[QUOTE="Nonstop-Madness"]There is a miss understanding about the free 3 months thing ....... if you buy a year subscription, you get 3 free months extra. so $49.99 for 15 months. Anyways, I will be subscribing to PSN + because the things it offers is nice and I don't mind supporting PSN so it can overall become better for everyone. Khadaj32

Source? Everywhere I've looked states a free trial period of three months prior to purchasing the service. Though I did find something else...

Sounds interesting, I'm probably going to subscribe. Any news on the release date though?

bananapotato

[QUOTE="Khadaj32"]

[QUOTE="Nonstop-Madness"]There is a miss understanding about the free 3 months thing ....... if you buy a year subscription, you get 3 free months extra. so $49.99 for 15 months. Anyways, I will be subscribing to PSN + because the things it offers is nice and I don't mind supporting PSN so it can overall become better for everyone. Nonstop-Madness

Source? Everywhere I've looked states a free trial period of three months prior to purchasing the service. Though I did find something else...

Cool, updating now.