PlayStation®3 System Features

More of what you want, and features you never expected. Explore the PS3™ system features below.

PlayStation®Network

It's a free world, now go out and explore it

A whole new world of friends, gaming options and messaging, just by plugging in.

First of all, PlayStation®Network is 100% free. You get access to the PlayStation®Store, while also making new friends and exploring new worlds of collaborative gaming. All of this just for signing up for a free account. Now get out and explore.

Online Gaming

  • You get online multiplayer gaming at no additional charge.
  • In-game matchmaking so you can challenge the competition.
  • Your unique, global account ID can be used across all PlayStation®Network-compatible titles.

Friends and Messaging

  • Text and chat with your friends.
  • See which of your friends are online and see what games they are playing.
  • Use voice chat for real-time communication2.
  • You can video chat with up to six people using the PlayStation®Eye3.

PlayStation®Store

  • Preview upcoming games with free playable demos.
  • Download PS One® games for your PLAYSTATION®3 and PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) systems.
  • Purchase exclusive downloadable games for your PLAYSTATION®3 system.
  • Watch high-definition movie and game trailers4.
  • Download movies and TV shows to watch right now. Rent or purchase. High definition or standard definition. Right to your PLAYSTATION®3 system. You can rent or purchase programs and view them on both your PS3™ system and PSP® system. You can even start watching on your PS3™ system and move them to your PSP® system to finish.

Find out more about the PlayStation®Network.

Visit the Knowledge Center to find out about getting started on the PlayStation®Network.

1
User responsible for all applicable Internet fees. Some services or features may require additional fees. Online connectivity requires broadband Internet service and network devices such as a DSL or cable modem and a router. Use of the PlayStation®Network is subject to terms of use and applicable privacy policy. Children under 18 will require parental consent. Some broadband services may not support the PlayStation®Network. Certain content or services may not be available to children under 13. Features and offerings for the PlayStation®Network may change without notice.
2
Requires audio input/output device (such as a headset or PlayStation®Eye, sold separately).
3
Requires PlayStation®Eye or USB camera (sold separately).
4
Video output in HD requires cables and an HD-compatible display, both sold separately.