3D games: tried and tested
Jul 26th
The Totally3D team found a particularly good review of 3D gaming courtesy of the Metro.
The Metro team were given glimpses and sneak previews of classic Sony PS3 games including Killzone 3, Motorstorm, Gran Turismo 5, Wipeout HD and Superstardust HD. You can read the full 3D gaming review here however we summarised their findings below.
Killzone 3 3D
Out of all the game demos the Metro guys played this was their number one choice. The level they was called ‘Intruder Flight’ which features huge explosions seeming to leap out around you. 3D also produces an impressive effect where allies swing their guns around and occasionally in front of you. The ground levels they tried also made full use of 3D with landscape perspective incredibly realistic. The team also played a level where you control a jetpack and found that the platforms in 3D really bought the game to life. As can be expected there are a number of guns in Killzone 3 and the 3D effect that was created via the illusion of depth really brought the weaponary to life. SUMMARY – massive hit, a must-play

MotorStorm Apocalypse 3D
The second 3D game they tried was the fourth entry in the MotorStorm franchise. Racing games truly show off the 3D effects as obstacles and items whiz buy you at high speeds. The technology is especially useful when judging the depth and distance of corners and buildings. It really does feel like the environment is flying out towards you for example oil tankers pumping smoke in front of you. SUMMARY – motorised mental fun.

Gran Turismo 5
Although this has been one of Totalyly3D’s favourite games Metro found the 3D effects were a little lack lustre which was probably due to a relatively barren track (they drove round Tuscany). The cockpit and side mirrors views were clever but they were one-offs and 3D really did not add much extra to this game. SUMMARY – 3D adds realism but no biggie.

Super Stardust HD 3D
According to Metro this was probably the least most effective game as it had never been designed with 3D in mind. Saying that the environments and explosions certainly bought the game to life. SUMMARY – nothing new here.

WipEout HD 3D
Even before you begin playing the game you are treated to dazzling 3D effects courtesy of a selection screen with antigravity cars slowly rotating in 3D space. The futuristic Wipeout tracks literally came alive through their 3D effects including neon trails of fellow racers. A real classic which can currently be played in 3D (if you’ve downloaded the patch). SUMMARY – a fun and fast paced 3D classic.

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Panasonic TY-EW3D10 glasses
Jul 25th
Panasonic have released new 3D glasses – the TY-EW3D10 which are both comfortable and very stylish.
The Panasonic TY-EW3D10 3D glasses are easily adjustable for different face shapes and sizes (including children) and can be comfortably worn directly over prescription glasses. The glasses last for up to 75 hours, and feature a useful Auto Power Off function if they’re placed outside of the viewing range for more than 5 minutes.
The glasses are fully compatibale with the TX-P65VT20B and TX-P50VT20B 3D tvs.
TY-EW3D10 glasses
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Panasonic TY-EW3D10 glasses * Lens type – Liquid Crystal Shutter * Batteries – coin-shaped lithium battery CR2032 / (approx. 75 hours in a row) * Dimenisons – 177 x 46 x 174 mm (7.0″ x 1.9″ x 6.9″) * Materials main body – Resin; Lens section: Liquid crystal glass * Weight (including batteries) – Approx. 63 g * Viewing Range – 3.2 m (10′ 5″) from front surface NOTE – The location of the 3D Eyewear transmitter differs depending on the model of television. There are differences in the viewing range of the 3D Eyewear among individuals. |
More info on the Panasonic site.
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LG AG-S100 3d glasses
Jul 25th
In order to view content on the new 3D LG televisions you will need a pair of LG 3D glasses.
AG-S100 glasses
LG’s AG-S100 3D glasses are now available in the UK and are fully rechargeable (from a full recharge you’ll get 40 hours of wireless viewing) via USB. The AG-S100 glasses work by synchronising with an emitter built into the LG 3DTV so that each side of the glasses alternately darkens for a fraction of a second to give each eye a different image.
We’ve featured various retailers of the AG-S100 glasses below.
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LG AG-S100 glasses * The LG 3D glasses contain special liquid crystal lenses, which actively lighten and darken with the 3D content. * The full 3D effect is created when each eye sees a slightly different image resulting in a beautiful, full HD 1080p 3D experience, bringing you closer to the action from the comfort of you living room |
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