Qore (PlayStation Network)
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| Developer | Future Publishing |
| Type | VOD |
| Launched | June 6, 2008 |
| Platform | PlayStation 3 |
Qore (pronounced /ˈkɔər/ core) is a subscription-based interactive online magazine for the PlayStation Network and replaces the Jampack series of disks offered by Playstation Underground. Currently only available in North America, the service offers high definition videos, interviews, and behind-the-scenes footage pertaining to upcoming and recently released PlayStation games. It also offers exclusive access to game demos and betas. The product is available to download to the PlayStation 3 from the PlayStation Store, where users can choose to purchase individual episodes or an annual, 13-episode subscription.[1]
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[edit] History
On June 3, 2008, Sony announced a new service, Qore, which launched on the PlayStation Store in North America on June 6, 2008. In the press release published on the Official PlayStation Blog, Qore: Presented by the PlayStation Network was described as "a highly interactive, monthly lifestyle gaming program covering the world inside PlayStation"[1].
[edit] Service
[edit] Game videos
Each episode includes a selection of behind-the-scenes videos, previews, interviews and news related to PlayStation products. Videos are hosted by Veronica Belmont and are presented in 720p[1]. Each episode contains between 25 and 30 minutes of video content, not including advertisements, the opening trailer, or introduction videos by Veronica Belmont.
[edit] Download center
People who purchase a one year subscription to Qore will get exclusive playable demos, betas, and themes. All content can be downloaded through the Playstation Network while signed in through Qore's Download Center.
[edit] Access
Once purchased, Qore programs become available on the PlayStation Store's Download List. If an annual subscription has been purchased, episodes are automatically added to the user's Download List[1]. Redeemable codes for Qore episodes have also been included free with each issue of the Playstation Magazine.
[edit] Notable Content
- Jun. 2008, Episode 1 - SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Confrontation beta invitation
- Jul. 2008, Episode 2 - Naruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm demo early access
- Aug. 2008, Episode 3 - Resistance 2 beta invitation
- Sep. 2008, Episode 4 - MotorStorm: Pacific Rift demo early access
- Oct. 2008, Episode 5 - Valkyria Chronicles demo early access
- Nov. 2008, Episode 6 - PlayStation Home closed beta invitation for annual subscribers
- Dec. 2008, Episode 7, Free episode - Flock demo early access for annual subscribers
- Jan. 2009, Episode 8 - F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin demo early access
- Feb. 2009, Episode 9 - Syphon Filter PS1 classic voucher
- Mar. 2009, Episode 10 - High Velocity Bowling full PSN game voucher for annual subscribers
- Apr. 2009, Episode 11, Free episode - Linger in Shadows voucher and Red Faction: Guerrilla demo early access for annual subscribers
- May 2009, Episode 12 - Uncharted 2: Among Thieves beta invitation for annual subscribers
- Jun. 2009, Episode 13 - Spyro the Dragon PS1 classic voucher
- Jul. 2009, Episode 14 - Battlefield 1943 theme for all purchasers
- Aug. 2009, Episode 15 - High Velocity Bowling PSN game voucher & Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 theme for annual subscribers
- Sep. 2009, Episode 16 - MAG beta invitation for annual subscribers
- Dec. 2009, Episode 17 - ModNation Racers Beta invitation for annual subsribers
- Feb. 2010, Episode 18 - God of War III Demo early access
[edit] FirstPlay
FirstPlay (previously known as Official PlayStation Magazine HD or OPMHD) is an electronic magazine similar to Qore that is being produced by Future Publishing. It will be made available to PlayStation 3 users via the PlayStation Store, launching in March 2010. Like Qore, FirstPlay will offer exclusive videos, demos and beta trials.[2][3] but will be released weekly instead of monthly.[4]
[edit] Criticism
The announcement that Qore subscribers will have advanced access to exclusive betas and demos has triggered a mixed reaction from the gaming community. Many users believe this is a covert way of introducing a premium PlayStation Network subscription model, similar to that used on Microsoft's Xbox Live Marketplace service where premium subscribers get game demos one week before they are fully released[5]. Criticism has also been made of the way that advertising is being incorporated into the service[6].
Gaming commentators have also attacked Qore for being light on content, and for containing too many advertisements (two 20-second spots that can be skipped after the first 5 seconds, and one 15 second spot in the "download section" which cannot be skipped by the viewer). Critics have said that because Qore is a paid-for, premium service, it should not contain so many intrusive adverts[7][8].
[edit] References
- ^ a b c d Susan Panico (2008-06-03). "PlayStation.Blog » Introducing Qore: Taking you behind the curtain with PlayStation". Sony Computer Entertainment. http://blog.us.playstation.com/2008/06/03/introducing-qore-taking-you-behind-the-curtain-with-playstation. Retrieved 2008-06-07.
- ^ "Sony Announces FirstPlay". TheSixthAxis. http://www.thesixthaxis.com/2010/02/15/sony-announces-firstplay/.
- ^ "PlayStation Official Magazine HD". Future Publishing. http://www.opmhd.co.uk/. Retrieved 2008-12-22.
- ^ "Europe's Version Of Qore: The Details". http://kotaku.com/5069013/europes-version-of-qore-the-details.
- ^ TheSixthAxis.com (2008-06-03). "Paid PSN Subscriptions Arrive". TheSixthAxis.com. http://www.thesixthaxis.com/paid_psn_subscriptions_arrive_news_1101_tsa.aspx. Retrieved 2008-06-07.
- ^ TheSixthAxis.com (2008-06-04). "Qore, The Fine Print". TheSixthAxis.com. http://www.thesixthaxis.com/qore,_the_fine_print_news_1108_tsa.aspx. Retrieved 2008-06-07.
- ^ PS3 Attitude (2008-06-10). "Qore - PS3 Attitude community review". PS3 Attitude. http://www.ps3attitude.com/2008/06/qore-ps3-attitude-community-review.html. Retrieved 2008-06-23.
- ^ Daniel Terdiman (2008-06-03). "Sony to introduce 'Qore', a PlayStation video program". CNET Networks. http://news.cnet.com/8301-13772_3-9958484-52.html. Retrieved 2008-06-23.
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