Hot PlayStation 3 How-Tos
How To: Become a Stripper in GTA 5 Online with This Secret Glitch
I'm not ashamed to admit that I've spent a fair amount of time at the various strip clubs in Los Santos in Grand Theft Auto 5. Some of my characters may have even met a few "overly friendly" dancers. Nonetheless, having a strip club in a video game is great, and they're so much better than they are in real life...
How To: Bring a Stripper Home in GTA 5 Without Embarrassing Yourself Online
It's easy to forget sometimes that even when you're sitting in the basement playing Grand Theft Auto 5 Online that you're not really alone. Everything you say into the mic can be heard by anyone else in that same session.
How To: Jailbreak (hack) your PS3 Slim
If you own a PS3 slim and you'd like to jailbreak it (read: hack) this video will show you what to do. You'll be dealing with a firmware of 3.41 or lower, and you'll need an iPhone (2G or 3G only) or an iPod Touch (First Generation Only)
How To: Achieve a gold trophy on the B-6 License Test (loop exiting) in Gran Turismo 5
Number six (B-6) for the National B License Tests in Gran Turismo 5 is pretty easy. It's about exiting from a looping center, and this video will show you how to win the gold trophy. To unlock these tests, simply buy your first car. Now, break open the PlayStation 3 and start speeding!
How To: Control Your PS3 with Your iPhone (And Vice Versa)
While it's not a highlight of the PlayStation 3, you can actually control the video game console with your smartphone. However, only certain aspects of the PS3 can be controlled from your iPhone, and it's not very obvious what you can and can't do — but that's where we come in.
How To: Download and Change Your PlayStation 3's Wallpaper Without Using Your Computer
The PlayStation 3 is a sweet gaming system, and even though Blu-ray discs didn't really live up to all the hype and there is still no HBO GO app available, I love my PS3. One of the coolest things about it is that you can customize it to look however you want. One of the most common ways to do this is by changing the wallpaper, but most people use their computers to transfer wallpaper images over.
How To: Defeat the Satan boss in Resistance 3 on the PS3
If you're having a hard time beating Satan, a boss located in the mines of Mt. Pleasant in Pennsylvania, take a look at this Resistance 3 boss fight guide. It'll help you figure out where to shoot the boss so that you can escape the caves. It especially helps if you're a fan of the Jaws movies.
How To: Defeat the Dropship boss in Resistance 3 on the PS3
So you're crossing a bridge in beautiful Mt. Pleasant, located in Pennsylvania. Then, out of the PA sky, comes quite the rude and interruptive dropship. If you're interested in beating the Dropship boss fight in Resistance 3, take a look at this guide for tips on how to use your Wildfire rocket launcher.
How To: Unblock Netflix, Amazon Instant and 60 Other Channels with No Location Restrictions on Your PlayStation 3 or 4
There are several ways to get around location restrictions on subscription sites like Netflix and Hulu using apps, extensions and proxies, but they tend to only work on laptops and computers. Users who want to access content from mobile devices and gaming consoles are usually out of luck.
How To: Change your NAT settings to OPEN on a PS3
This video shows how to change the NAT type on a PS3. Go to connection settings>network settings>internet connection settings>OK>custom>wired connection>auto detect>manual. Choose an IP address that is different from your router, any other consoles, etc. Click right>automatic>do not use>enable. Press x to save settings, and test your connection. In this example, NAT type is 2. Now go to your PC and open IE. In the address bar, input router IP address, username and password. Go to Firewall Rul...
How To: Disassemble a PS3 Blu-ray Disc drive
This video contains instructions for disassembling the Blu-ray Disc drive in your PlayStation 3. If you've never attempted to take apart the Blu-ray drive, then you must watch this, or you may possibly damage your PS3 for good! See how to teardown the Blu-ray player, all the way down to the laser transport. This is very useful if you need to replace the drive and want to save about $70-$100.
How To: Get into the Secret North Yankton Area in GTA 5 Online
At the beginning of regular gameplay in Grand Theft Auto 5, you play the role of Michael robbing a bank in North Yankton with his accomplices—shooting police and evading a high-speed train in the process. While you do revisit North Yankton during regular gameplay in Los Santos, it's strangely unavailable for online play.
How To: Play PS2 Games on Your PlayStation 3 Without Any Extra Hardware
One of the most annoying things about the PlayStation 3 is its lack of backward compatibility on some models. There are several hacks out there to do this, but most of them involve extra hardware, like the Cobra-USB Dongle, or downgrading, which can cause all sorts of problems. Photo by borisvolodnikov
How To: Find the Romulus Lair in Wolf in Sheep's Clothing in AC: Brotherhood
The key to getting a perfect synchronization on this level is being able to complete it in less than eight minutes. This video shows you a walkthrough for this level so you can complete the entire thing in the time allotted.
How To: Complete the bonus mission in Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood
After you complete all ten of the cluster puzzles in Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood, you get access to a special bonus mission. This walkthrough takes you through from the beginning of the mission and shows you the easiest way to complete it.
How to Mod Fallout: New Vegas on a Playstation 3
This will let you mod Fallout: New Vegas if you have a jailbroken Playstation 3. If you've already jailbroken your PS3, here is how you can mod to give yourself all sorts of extra when you play Fallout: New Vegas.
How To: Use basic tricks when playing Shaun White Skateboarding for the PS3
In this gamer's guide, you'll learn the controller patterns that will enable you to get started performing basic tricks in Shaun White Skateboarding for the Sony PS3. For all of the details, and to get started racking up points with these tricks yourself, watch this video walkthrough.
How To: Retrieve all of the Cursed Dolls in Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 2
Unlocking all of the 40+ playable characters in Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 2 is the most challenging and rewarding part of the game for hardcore fans of the series. If you've been wondering how to unlock Killer Bee, it's quite a process, but this video will get you most of the way there by teaching you where to find and retrieve all of the Cursed Dolls that you have to find to unlock the quest that in turn unlocks Killer Bee. Fight on.
How To: Perform feints in PES 2011 for the PS3
In Pro Evolution Soccer 2011, there's all sorts of ball tricks that you can perform with your players. But some of the most basic, and strategic, tricks that you can use is the feint. In this video you will get a full tutorial on how to perform the various feints, slips and slides that you can use to step up your game in Pro Evolution Soccer 2011 on the PlayStation 3.
How To: Unlock Mr. and Ms. Chau as strikers in Scott Pilgrim vs. The World: The Game
There are only two extra strikers to unlock in Scott Pilgrim vs. The World: The Game, but they are hard to get. This video will show you how to unlock them by defeating Mr. Chau on the world map. They are quite effective, and Mr. Chau especially makes a great striker upgrade for any character.
How To: Make sure your PlayStation 3 disc drive is aligned properly
One thing that might be causing some unwanted PS3 disc drive failure is improper alignment, usually caused from blunt force trauma. Okay, it doesn't have to be that kind of forceful damage, it could be something as little as a jiggle of the console, but if you're drive isn't working, it might need properly aligned. This video will show you a list of the major things to check when doing the PS3 drive alignment.
How To: Walkthrough God of War III — The Hyperion Gate
Watch and learn how Kratos can survive opening the Hyperion Gate. There's one hell of a battle to get past first, so make sure you have enough energy for the fight. Watch the walkthrough for the Hyperion Gate in God of War III on PS3.
How To: Mod your PS3 to have more USB ports
You can add USB ports to your PS3 at home. Put two new ports onto the back of your PS3 for a total of six ports to get even more out of your machine. You will need a basic knowledge of circuitry and some electrician equipment to do this the right way. This video will show you how to add USB ports to your PS3. Keep in mind that this video does not show you how to reassemble it so be sure to keep track of your work.
How To: Fix a PS3 Black Screen of Death
In this Video Games video tutorial you will learn how to fix a PS3 Black Screen of Death. For this you got to put the PS3 into stand by mode. Press down the button located at the top end of the console for 7-10 seconds and listen for 3 beeps. Repeat this step again. Then this message is flashed on the TV screen – ‘connect the controller using a USB cable etc’. Once you connect the USB cable, the trouble shooter prompt comes up displaying 6 options. You can use the 6 options to troubleshoot yo...
How To: Use a keyboard and mouse on UT 3 for the PS3
djWHEAT shows you how to add keyboard and mouse support to the Playstation 3 (PS3) version of Unreal Tournament 3.
How To: Get Inside Any Building You Want in GTA 5 Online
There are already hundreds of glitches out there for Grand Theft Auto 5 Online, but most of them are useless. Most of them don't do anything to benefit your gameplay, but they're still pretty fun to mess around with. One such glitch, shown off by YouTuber AquibTV below, lets you inside any building in Los Santos. Los Santos is a big ass city and there are tons of buildings that you cannot get into without using a glitch like this one.
How To: Get into a Train's Cockpit on GTA 5 Online for a Different View of Los Santos
Want the best view of Los Santos in Grand Theft Auto 5 without having to purchase a plane or steal a chopper? You can enjoy the sights of the Los Angeles replica by hopping on one of the trains rolling around the city—and forget about riding in one of the cars, we're going straight into the cockpit.
How To: Purchase Your Very Own Cargobob Helicopter in GTA 5 Online
As you level up in online gameplay for Grand Theft Auto 5, certain vehicles become inaccessible—no longer spawning as they regularly would. One such vehicle is the Cargobob helicopter, otherwise known as the largest and heaviest helicopter in the game. If you're no longer able to spawn a Cargobob in GTA 5 and want one for your own, you can purchase one with a little help from YouTube user omgurheadsgone.
How To: Make Millions in GTA 5 Online with the Duplicating Cars Glitch
There are already a ton of glitches on Grand Theft Auto Online, and one of the newest ones to be uncovered lets you make millions in less than an hour, but you will need a million to get the job done. This glitch, revealed by YouTube user Caspahz below, lets you duplicate exotic cars that you already own so you can sell them for quick cash.
How To: Play Your iPhone Music on Your PS3
While the PlayStation 3 is an awesome gaming console and the iPhone is an awesome smartphone, Apple and Sony have made two devices (that could be perfect for each other) nearly incompatible. Truth be told, this is more Apple's fault than Sony's, but we'll get into that later.
How To: Use Your iPhone to Play and Control YouTube Videos on Your PlayStation 3
I'm not lying when I say that my iPhone is at my side at all times, and is really one of the best devices I own. My second favorite gadget would be my PlayStation 3, however, when it comes to browsing apps like YouTube, it's pretty terrible.
How To: Use Facebook Chat on Your PS3
One of the greatest consoles ever to exist in the world of gaming is the PlayStation 3, which even lets you do a million different things unrelated to games. But no matter how big of PS3 fan you are, you have to admit that the internal browser is not the greatest. Far from it. While you can access most websites from the PS3, a lot of those site's functions are limited, including Facebook. After reaching over one billion users earlier this month, Facebook is undoubtedly one of the most popular...
How To: Hack WiFi Passwords for Free Wireless Internet on Your PS3
People are always looking for ways to save money, and for the most part, saving money and cheating the system are synonymous when it comes to things like free internet access. Practically every new gadget is capable of connecting to the web, which means more and more people are looking for ways around those hefty internet bills.
How To: Control Netflix on Your PS3 from an Android or Apple Device, Kindle Fire, or Nook
There's nothing better or more rewarding in the tech world than finding a hidden feature on your favorite app, and that app today is Netflix. If you've updated Netflix lately on your Apple or Android device, you can now use it to control the Netflix app on your PlayStation 3. This will work on any iPad, iPhone, iPod touch running iOS 5 or higher. Android smartphones, the Kindle Fire, and the Nook tablet require Android OS 2.3 (Gingerbread) or higher. All other Android tablets will need Androi...
How To: Use a Battle Tank vehicle in Battlefield 3
This tutorial will show you how to drive and pilot a tank in Battlefield 3 correctly. It also instructs you on which offensive and defensive abilities and upgrades to get, including autoloader, thermal optics, and a coaxial HMG. The tutorial will also give you tips on how to destroy enemy tanks.
How To: Earn the 'Bullseye' achievement in Battlefield 3
The 'Bullseye' achievement is likely the hardest co-op achievement available to players of Battlefield 3. You will need to land several sniper headshots in order to unlock it. This guide will take you through the path you need to use to land all of the snipes you need.
How To: Cheat death in Dark Souls by using a save game exploit
What's the best way to cheat death in Dark Souls? By cheating of course. IGN reveals an exploit on the PS3 that allows you to stop the game during a save and resume it with humanities and souls intact. Be sure to use this exploit at your own risk.
How To: Beat the Asylum Demon boss fight in Dark Souls
The Asylum Demon boss fight in Dark Souls showcases yet another demon with a giant weapon. You'll need to be able to dodge his jumps and mace attacks if you're planning on defeating him. This video walkthrough will show you how to quickly beat the boss.
How To: Beat the Bell Gargoyles boss fight in Dark Souls
The Bell Gargoyles boss fight in Dark Souls is pretty rough, especially when you're stuck on top of a little roof. Take a look at this walkthrough on how to defeat the Bell Gargoyles in Dark Souls. You'll need to have your shield ready for some well placed bashes.
How To: Beat the Great Grey Wolf Sif boss fight in Dark Souls
Seeing a giant wolf charging at you is bad enough, but this one has a sword in its mouth and comes out swinging. If you're trying to defeat the Great Grey Wolf Sif boss fight in Dark Souls, this video walkthrough should be helpful.